Cagney Moreau

Story Time

Scope creep is the expansion of your project goals. When I started I had no education or experience in robotics.

Advanced RL

This post will organize some ideas and the topology of advanced reinforcement learning. Once you understand the investment needed for

Machine Learning RoadMap with DL4J

I have been working with DL4J like crazy and figured I would leave a post up about it. Here is

Video Streaming Update 2020 – Robotic Vision

Since my old video streaming tutorial get a lot of view I wanted to add some new info and an

0-10 to 5 pwm

I purchased a diode laser from amazon. Bigger than my older laser. Has pwm cause im fancy. But i needed

Casting aluminum a bit more

I have had some more practice with casting aluminum and now I have even upgraded my oven. My original ovens

3d printing

So 3d printing has made me pretty lazy. I really hate milling aluminum when I can just 3d print. I

Computer Screens Cause Blindness

If you didn't know count yourself lucky to find out now.I was dumbfounded and angry when I found out. I

Toyota Tundra Backup Camera

Vehicle back up cams are kind of a pain to install. this was no exception but the results are nice.

Electronic Speed Controller

Every project I take on teaches me something new. Oddly enough its never humility. My recent design of an electronic

Gear Design

1. Types of gears 2. Gear arrangements 3. Considerations - Strength, speed, friction/noise/vibration 4. Layout Calculations 5. Hypocycloid 6.

The Struggle of Custom Parts

Custom parts are hard to come by. Off the shelf parts are literally forming a trash island in the ocean.

System -> model -> model -> System

What is the difference between working hard and working smart? I attempt to define that here. A very long time

Milling a PCB

In order to better speed up my prototyping and in consideration of possibly small scale manufacturing I have begun milling

Considerations on building a robot

Why... One of my childhood interests has always been robotics. I think most people have at least somewhat of a

Android data analysis and error handling

The featured picture for this post is actually a cnc project where my end mill broke moments before completing. But

Stream Video From Android Part 8 – Tips, Tricks and Tests

Want a little bit more? You got it. A bit of backstory on my experience. I wrote these blog posts

Stream Video From Android Part 7 – Depacketize and Display

Getting those packets onto a screen. There will be one more post after this talking about some extra classes and

Stream Video From Android Part 6 – Packetize RTP

I know, you deserve a nap but please hang in there. The file I'm referencing is in the last post

Stream Video From Android Part 5 – Parse NALUs

Getting to what you really read all this stuff for. -> Get the transfer h264.java file referenced in this article

Stream Video From Android Part 4 – Parse Boxes and SPS or PPS

Alright, your have the taste of blood in your mouth and you like it. Lets dive deeper and actually try

Stream Video From Android Part 3 – Understanding h264 in mp4

The last section was tough, it only get tougher. As I said, the mp4 file is streamed and then data

Stream Video From Android Part 2 – Getting Camera Data

1. First we need a camera 2 object to record our video -> Here is the code myvideo.java <-

Stream Video From Android Part 1 – Why & How

2020 update Where I go over better methods on android and give some quick ffmpeg tips I'm not

Android Swipe Functionality

I needed to allow my easy receipt app to do a few simple things. -A way for the user to

Android Camera2 Api

If you are building an app with the android camera2 api here are my thoughts after fighting with it. (Full

My recent attempts at painting

Recently I started painting. As an unexpected perk the leisure activity is reducing my inability to examine the ui for

Working with Google Vision API on Android

Thanks to googles text recognition API I was able to effortlessly get text from the receipts I wanted to parse.

Easy Receipt

Easy receipts is an app I made that allows you to easily organize your receipts. Any one who has had

Electric Skate Board

electric skateboard Describing my electric skateboard build. I have only driven this board seven miles so I cant say

Updating the easy time card app

easy time card app android Updated and revised After releasing the easy time card app I realized that

Git Hub Tutorial / Cheat Sheet

git tutorial / cheat sheet Using Git was a bit of a headache the first time around. I

Adding a splash video player on Android

On my app I wanted to include an introductory video loaded directly ino the app instead of pulled form an

Building a pdf programmatically on Android

In my recent project I needed to build a pdf and email it to a user. Android has a great

Draw an animated bar chart on Android

How I drew a live bar chart in my sound proofing and STC app available on google play Fast Fourier transform FFT android

Getting Fast Fourier Transform data on Android

How I broke down the sound waves in my sound proofing and STC app available on google play In

Sound Proof STC APP – Available for android on google play store

The essence of construction if building a barrier between us and the elements of nature or often, just as importantly,

Project Recaps

Interested in some recent projects completed? Laboratory Long Beach, Ca This project was local and was a cinch to

Project Recaps

Interested in some recent projects completed? Laboratory Long Beach, Ca This project was local and was a cinch to

Easy Time Card App – The paper time card alternative

Many offices today are still filling out paper time cards. Why you ask? Nefarious software integration The learning curve Bugs

Easy Time Card

Many offices today are still filling out paper time cards. Why you ask? How nefarious software integration is The learning

Foot Candle Light Meter

The foot candle light meter is one of the first apps developed. Very simple yet handy for construction professionals. Most,

Commercial property construction as an investment

When performing construction work to a commercial property it only makes sense to consider these expenses as an investment. Will

Commercial property construction as an investment

When performing construction work to a commercial property it only makes sense to consider these expenses as an investment. Will

Crossfit Gym Construction

This was a gym construction in which I did the majority of the work and the owner pitched in or

Crossfit Gym Construction

This was a gym construction in which I did the majority of the work and the owner pitched in or

Waterproofing second floor restroom

This job was in Carson a. A customer from a previous job asked me to waterproof a new bathroom installation

Waterproofing second floor restroom

This job was in Carson a. A customer from a previous job asked me to waterproof a new bathroom installation

Rain water leaking into side of building

This warehouse is built against a small hill. As you can see in the pictures there are existing rain gutters

Rain water leaking into side of building

This warehouse is built against a small hill. As you can see in the pictures there are existing rain gutters

CNC Plasma Torch and Laser Diode

Here is the video I talk about my plasma cutter This video is great for instruction but has no video

CNC milling with router

Here is my video with general info For my milling set up right now I’m using a 2 horsepower

Building the 3D Printer Temperature control from an arduino prototype

So I decided to build my own temperature control unit. Here is my, Errrr masterpiece. 3D printer temperature controller Here

Converting a CNC to do 3D printing

Here is the overview videos There are several parts you will need to convert a CNC to a 3D printer.

CNC Software and Enclosure

Check out my video on Software Software I use two computers, one for design and one for machine control. This

CNC Motors and Electronics

Check out the video Stepper Motors I chose 425 O.Z. inch stepper motors because I wanted to have some strength

My CNC setup for small scale manufacturing

In my pursuit of designing and building new things I have constructed a CNC machine of my own design with

CNC Machine

Here is a list of all my posts regarding my CNC machine. My Basic Setup Motors and Electronics Software and

Roof hatch installation

This was a job in Santa Ana Ca. A customer had had me bid a larger 1+

Roof hatch installation

This was a job in Santa Ana Ca. A customer had had me bid a larger 1+

CSLB has new fees!

Insert witty quote from Benjamin Franklin about taxes here. I found the new fee schedule here. Application and Licensing

New single office

One of the best reasons to call me is versatility. I can do the framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and drywall

New single office

One of the best reasons to call me is versatility. I can do the framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and drywall

Ring doorbell installation

This was a small job for a friend in long beach. We needed to install a ring doorbell into a

Ring doorbell installation

This was a small job for a friend in long beach. We needed to install a ring doorbell into a

Floor Patching and Leveling

This job was in Huntington beach California. The customer was a general contractor that had a floor in terrible condition.

Floor Patching and Leveling

This job was in Huntington beach California. The customer was a general contractor that had a floor in terrible condition.

Metal stud framing torrance ca

This was a job in Torrance California. I was requested to build a small metal stud enclosure to finish off

Metal stud framing torrance ca

This was a job in Torrance California. I was requested to build a small metal stud enclosure to finish off

Demo of manuacturing

A lot of people think demoing is easy. It' thankless work carried out by the dregs of society. But fortunately

Demo of manuacturing

A lot of people think demoing is easy. It' thankless work carried out by the dregs of society. But fortunately

Italian restaurant remodel

This was a job in down town Los Angeles. It was an Italian restaurant that I never got a chance

Italian restaurant remodel

This was a job in down town Los Angeles. It was an Italian restaurant that I never got a chance

Concrete Staining

This job was a floor replacement job. The customer had asked for a concrete floor stain and I usually don't

Concrete Staining

This job was a floor replacement job. The customer had asked for a concrete floor stain and I usually don't

Repairing a damaged air conditioning heat pump

This job was located in signal Hill California. It was to help out someone I know personally. Fixing any kind

Repairing a damaged air conditioning heat pump

This job was located in signal Hill California. It was to help out someone I know personally. Fixing any kind

Pouring Concrete Sidewalk

This was a job where an existing slab on city property was right in front of a roll up door.

Pouring Concrete Sidewalk

This was a job where an existing slab on city property was right in front of a roll up door.

Foil Repair

There is not much to write about this one. Someone had just moved into a warehouse but in order to

Repairing incorrect concrete slab installation

This job was a remodel in Westminster California. Upon initial inspection when the building was intact there was no significant

Retail buildout

This job was located in Long Beach California. It was performed for an out of state contractor in a bug

Concrete wall infill

This job was in Torrance California. It was a concrete wall infill on a tilt up warehouse. I wish

Concrete wall infill

This job was in Torrance California. It was a concrete wall infill on a tilt up warehouse. I wish

Foil Repair

There is not much to write about this one. Someone had just moved into a warehouse but in order to

Foil Repair

There is not much to write about this one. Someone had just moved into a warehouse but in order to

Repairing incorrect concrete slab installation

This job was a remodel in Westminster California. Upon initial inspection when the building was intact there was no significant

Repairing incorrect concrete slab installation

This job was a remodel in Westminster California. Upon initial inspection when the building was intact there was no significant

Retail buildout

This job was located in Long Beach California. It was performed for an out of state contractor in a bug

Retail buildout

This job was located in Long Beach California. It was performed for an out of state contractor in a bug

Commercial door and window installation

This job was a commercial door and window installation in Westminster. Having installed these doors and windows countless times I

Commercial door and window installation

This job was a commercial door and window installation in Westminster. Having installed these doors and windows countless times I

Commercial door and window installation

This job was a commercial door and window installation in Westminster. Having installed these doors and windows countless times I

HVAC rooftop platfporms

This was a job in Carson Ca. The warehouse was getting new offices and needed new heat pumps on the

HVAC rooftop platfporms

This was a job in Carson Ca. The warehouse was getting new offices and needed new heat pumps on the

HVAC rooftop platfporms

This was a job in Carson Ca. The warehouse was getting new offices and needed new heat pumps on the

Temporarily Closing A Truck Dock

This job in Torrance California was a warehouse that needed to close 4 truck docks for a new tenant. However

Temporarily Closing A Truck Dock

This job in Torrance California was a warehouse that needed to close 4 truck docks for a new tenant. However

Temporarily Closing A Truck Dock

This job in Torrance California was a warehouse that needed to close 4 truck docks for a new tenant. However

New concrete footings for stairway

This was a job in Torrance California where a new staircase was being installed and the plans called for new

New concrete footings for stairway

This was a job in Torrance California where a new staircase was being installed and the plans called for new

New concrete footings for stairway

This was a job in Torrance California where a new staircase was being installed and the plans called for new

Demoing a gym wall

This job was in Irvine California. After offering a proposal to construct this gyms demising wall the went

Demoing a gym wall

This job was in Irvine California. After offering a proposal to construct this gyms demising wall the went

Demoing a gym wall

This job was in Irvine California. After offering a proposal to construct this gyms demising wall the went

Building a Clean Room

This job was the installation of finishes in two clean rooms. The construction of the walls, floors and all the

Building a Clean Room

This job was the installation of finishes in two clean rooms. The construction of the walls, floors and all the

Building a Clean Room

This job was the installation of finishes in two clean rooms. The construction of the walls, floors and all the

Construction Partnership Pitfalls

If your going into business with someone else there are a few thing you should consider that are very important.

Construction Profit and Markup

It is your moral responsibility to charge your customers the absolute highest amount possible and to always accept the highest

The myth of the paper contrarctor.

Paper Contractor: A person who makes a construction contract with the customer and hires subcontractors to perform the complete scope of

Triple Your Income From Construction with continued education

Many people who are browsing this website already know the advantages and disadvantages of being self employed. More Money vs

Personal Expert Service

Soco Constructrion Offers Personal Expert Service. Here is a review of all the services offered through Soco construction. General

Personal Expert Service

Soco Constructrion Offers Personal Expert Service. Here is a review of all the services offered through Soco construction. General

Personal Expert Service

Soco Constructrion Offers Personal Expert Service. Here is a review of all the services offered through Soco construction. General

License Test Study Guide

These two study guides are for sale in the products section! These study guides could be in your email inbox

Commercial property trends in Los Angeles

Here is a very inspiring video from Allen Matkins relating to Los Angeles Real Estate Markets. They have also released

4 most important upgrades for a commercial warehouse building

Energy - Tenants care about energy requirements. Now that you must disclose energy use to all new tenants in California

commercial office construction

I really want to share my opinion on how to best design a commercial rental building. After working on many

Property Use Permits

Types of permits: Municipalities often require different types of permits other than construction permits. These can include Administrative Use Permits

Construction Safety Meeting

In California the law requires a safety or tailgate meeting every 10 working days. There are two important things to

How to Ask for a Raise

You want more money and less work. Your company wants more work for less money. It’s an important step in

How to Write a Good Construction Contract

I rarely see good contracts. Most people just make some stuff up without really thinking about what they are doing

Email marketing for Contractors

Most contractors don’t build a significant marketing database but they should. Email marketing is a key strategy in keeping your

Construction Company Business Plan

A business plan is an essential tool for a business owner. This business plan is as good for a fortune

Office Construction Los Angeles

Soco Construction offers office construction services in Los Angeles. You can contact us at (949) 922-7955 or cagney@sococonstruction.com Here are

Warehouse Construction Los Angeles

Soco Construction offers warehouse construction services in Los Angeles. You can contact us at (949) 922-7955 or cagney@sococonstruction.com Here are

Commercial Construction in Los Angeles

SOCO Construction specializes in commercial construction in Los Angeles. Take a look at some of our past projects. Sometimes in

Biggest Problems For Owner Builder

There seems to be a few common problems owner builders run into. On average I get called to about 6

Building Inspections

Building Inspections reports deliver information about a building current physical condition and safety issues. At Soco Construction we can offer

Construction Inspection & Consulting

There are a wide variety of reasons you may need to hire an independent third party inspector. Construction inspection allows

Lead Free Mandate

On January 4th of this year the lead free mandate for new construction requires lead free fittings to be installed

Fat Fingers & Naked Shorts

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqjF7HKSaaI From Investopedia "The illegal practice of short selling shares that have not been affirmatively determined to exist. Ordinarily,

cost segregation

Cost segregation is something people don’t talk about often. Most people are aware of tax depreciation associated with investment properties.

The value of Bitcoin

To use a basic standard when considering laws makes sense in the following ways. People are naturally good and most

On appearances

Pretend inferiority and encourage his arrogance -Sun Tzu This quote can mean so much it's hard to really

prices will continue to rise through 2014

More materials price increases have been announced by suppliers. Price increases of 10% in materials costs for the start of

cost segregation

cost segregation is something people don't talk about often. Most people are aware of tax depreciation associated with investment properties.

Energy Compliance

Energy compliance laws are just around the corner. July 1st to be exact Visit this link at the Ca.gov website for further

SB 407 water conservation

SB407 was approved in 2009 but started to take effect January 1st 2014. Basically another step forward on water conservation

language to sell

Paul Anglin's Study concerning real estate language has been floating around for some time but I just recently bumped into

Energy Requirements For Landlords

Energy compliance laws are just around the corner. July 1st to be exact Visit this link at the Ca.gov website for further information. What

News From The San Francisco Federal Reserve

View the full document here. Mark Speigel from the San Francisco Fed details his optimistic opinions. A few points to

Minimum Wage California

The minimum wage hike is not a huge problem in itself. Its a problem of government and voter psychology. The

Green Roof

Re blogged From conststudy.com Green roofs are great! They offer a great element of style to any structure and are

Advertising language that sells

Paul Anglin's Study concerning real estate language has been floating around for some time but I just recently bumped into

California Construction Laws

2014 California Construction Law Update Re blogged from calconstructionlawblog.com By Garret Murai, December 2, 2013 Approximately 2,000 bills were introduced in the California

Knowledge = Dividends

An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest. - Benjamin Franklin Benjamin Franklin was a very

Consulting

Soco Construction offers consulting services participating as a designer, contractor, manager or third party auditor. Business - You

Commercial Construction

The truth about commercial construction is that not all construction companies are the same. Soco Construction can go toe to

Welcome to My Blog

I hope you enjoy reading some of my thoughts as I post about business life in southern california.

General Construction Southern California

Finding the right general contractor to handle general construction services can be a daunting task. Southern California, including Los Angeles