About Me

I'm Heinrich Crous, a fourth-year Mechatronic Engineering student at the University of Cape Town. I've consistently excelled academically and enjoy combining engineering with creativity and entrepreneurship.

I founded HexaDigital, my personal brand and platform for showcasing projects that merge engineering, design, and digital innovation. HexaDigital represents both my technical portfolio and my entrepreneurial drive to build impactful solutions in South Africa and beyond.

Core Capabilities

Machine Learning
Control Systems
Embedded C
KiCad
MATLAB
Python

Milestones

  • 2022 – VC Scholarship

    Awarded for academic achievement and leadership potential at UCT.

  • 2023 – Co-founded the AI Society

    Helped launch a student community focused on applied AI, projects, and peer learning.

  • 2024 – Dean's Merit List

    Recognized for consistent academic excellence at UCT.

  • 2025 – Ubuntu House & Thesis

    Balancing my final-year thesis on EEG video reconstruction with volunteering at Ubuntu House.

Personal Background

I grew up in Bellville, South Africa, where my curiosity for how things work sparked an early interest in engineering.

Interests & Hobbies

Outside academics, I love staying active and creative. These activities keep me balanced and sharpen problem-solving under pressure.

RunningGym & StrengthHikingRock ClimbingSingingCommunity Volunteering

Values

I believe in equality, sustainability, and integrity. My guiding principle is to use my skills to uplift others, bridge gaps, and contribute to a fairer society. For me, engineering is a tool for impact, not just a career.

"Success isn't about how much money you make, it's about the difference you make in people's lives."

— Michelle Obama

Role Models

  • Tim Cook

    Operational excellence and values-driven leadership at scale. Known for privacy, accessibility, and supply-chain mastery.

  • Satya Nadella

    Transformed Microsoft with a growth mindset, cloud-first strategy, and a human-centered approach to AI.

  • Fei-Fei Li

    Pioneer in computer vision and ethical AI; champions inclusive AI that benefits society through education and research.

  • Sam Altman

    Visionary entrepreneur and leader of OpenAI, advancing safe and powerful AI while driving innovation, accessibility, and global impact.

Future Goals

My immediate goal is to complete my thesis on EEG-based video reconstruction, contributing to advancements in Brain-Computer Interface technologies. Long term, I see myself working at the intersection of AI, energy systems, and entrepreneurship, building solutions that are technically innovative and socially impactful.

Through HexaDigital, I aim to grow a portfolio of projects that combine engineering with digital innovation.