Dr. Michael Betz

Embedded Systems & RF Engineering Consultant

I help companies bring complex electronic and embedded systems to life — from first concept to working prototype and beyond.

Whether you’re building a new product, improving an existing one, or need expert help on a niche technical challenge, I can support you at every step.

⚙️ Product & Hardware Design

  • Full-stack embedded systems: hardware (PCBs), firmware, drivers, and interfaces
  • Cost-optimized embedded devices for low-power or battery-operated applications
  • Sensor networks and secure communication solutions
  • High-performance FPGA-based data acquisition systems
  • Feature upgrades and design improvements based on user feedback
  • Troubleshooting and design-for-manufacturing support

Special focus: Fast turnaround for one-offs, prototypes, and functional mock-ups — turning ideas into tangible solutions.

I’ve also worked extensively with medical device development, and am experienced in designing to IEC 60601 standards.

⚡ Specialized Experience: Particle Accelerators & RF Systems

I’ve contributed to advanced RF systems for some of the world’s most respected research institutions and labs.

Large Hadron Collider (LHC)

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  • Ultra-low-noise microwave front-ends for beam instrumentation
  • Coherent phase-locked down-converters
  • Invented and rolled out a user-friendly Python API that became widely used across CERN for accessing the accelerator control system

Advanced Light Source (ALS)

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  • High-power RF systems (Klystrons, IOTs, Tetrodes): commissioning, maintenance & troubleshooting
  • Control and safety systems (EPICS, PLCs)
  • Developer of an RF Vector Voltmeter used across the facility
  • Contributor to Marble and Bedrock

Tarla – Free Electron Laser

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  • Commissioning of a superconducting TESLA cavity
  • RF measurements, machine protection and control system design

Industry

  • EMC and EMI pre-compliance testing (CISPR 11, EN 55011)
  • Signal processing tools for quality assurance workflows

Let’s Work Together

I’m open to projects of all sizes — from solving a single technical issue to supporting full product development.

📬 Email me: web@betz-engineering.ch That’s the fastest way to get in touch.

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