Jorge Martinez

About

I am Jorge Martínez Garrido, an aerospace engineer and software developer with a keen interest in astrodynamics and scientific computing.

The subsequent sections depict significant events from my life, which have shaped my present persona. May the forthcoming lines provide you with a deeper insight into my perspective on the world.

2013 - Interest in the aerospace world

During my time in high school, my fascination with the aerospace industry was sparked by the widely popular Microsoft Flight Simulator X (FSX). Around 2015, I came across a program called Link2FS¹, which facilitated the connection between an Arduino and FSX. This connection allowed me to construct my own flight instruments.

For detailed instructions on how to build these instruments, please refer to my YouTube channel. On the channel, you will discover a wealth of resources and tutorials covering the entire design and construction process.

2015 - Obtained a flying license

As the years went by, my passion for aviation continued to grow. This led me to pursue a flying license, specifically the one for UltraLigero Motorizado (ULM). Unlike other traditional licenses such as the Private Pilot License (PPL), the ULM license offers a more accessible and recreational approach that meets all of one’s aviation needs.

Despite the ULM license imposing a Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) limit of 450kg, advancements in modern composite aircraft have significantly optimized this restriction. Some of these aircraft outperform traditional training planes in terms of safety, cruise speed, and maintenance costs. Surprisingly, there are even ULM aircraft equipped with retractable landing gear. Truly remarkable, isn’t it?

I received my flight training on the renowned Tecnam-P92, and I must admit that I have developed a deep fondness for its exceptional performance in the sky. I completed my training at the Aeroclub de Castellón.

2016 - Construction of a Tecnam-P92 flight simulator

Flight simulator enthusiasts and aspiring pilots often share a common interest. Thus, it wasn’t challenging to find fellow pilots at the flight school who were enthusiastic about building a flight simulator for training future aviators.

For more details about this flight simulator, I invite you to watch my review where I provide a comprehensive overview of its features and functionalities.

2016 — 2022 - Bachelor in Aerospace Engineering

In order to push my passion to the limit I decided to pursue a Bachelor in Aerospace Engineering at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M).

My perspective on modern academia

For individuals who possess a curious and creative nature, the university environment can sometimes feel restrictive, akin to a prison for the mind. Based on my personal experience, I have developed a perspective that academia primarily functions as a profit-oriented business, prioritizing outdated and irrelevant concepts in their teachings. However, I am open to having my viewpoint challenged.

I invite you to engage in a discussion and present arguments that may lead me to reconsider my stance. Let’s explore and exchange ideas on the role and value of academia in fostering knowledge, critical thinking, and personal growth.

2017 - Serendipitous discovery

During my time at university, I stumbled upon a new passion: computer science. This unexpected interest arose from a fortunate mistake - inadvertently overriding my computer’s operating system with a Linux distribution. What initially seemed like a major error turned out to be a gateway to acquiring a multitude of valuable skills.

Through this experience, I delved into programming languages such as C and Python, explored tools like Git, LaTeX, shell scripting, Vim, as well as graphic design software like Inkscape and Asymptote, among others.

Acquiring these skills significantly boosted my productivity. I could effortlessly generate high-quality reports with visually appealing figures, all without the constraints of proprietary software.

To this day, I continue to expand my knowledge within the Linux ecosystem, exploring its programs, commands, and the inner workings of my computer. Feel free to visit the projects section to discover the specific projects I contribute to.

2019 - Loup

In October 2019, after spending several years in solitude, I made the decision to adopt a border collie puppy whom I affectionately named Loup. As time passed, Loup blossomed into a stunning dog who captured the hearts of many of my relatives and friends.

Loup possesses remarkable intelligence. He has mastered numerous individual tricks that can be seamlessly combined to perform more intricate tasks, aligning perfectly with the UNIX philosophy.

2022 - Ansys

After several years of contributing to open source projects, I decided to take my skills to the next level and join Ansys as a research and software developer. Ansys is a world leader in engineering simulation software and I am honored to work on projects that make a real impact in the industry.