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Case 444 Hitch Design Study
A compact hydraulic three-point hitch concept for a classic Case 444, developed from measured references into a working 3D assembly.
Charles Butler
Sep 91 min read


Ford Jubilee: a folding ROPS design study
A Bison Services design study exploring a folding ROPS and removable canopy for the Ford Jubilee: period styling, independent axle-mounted uprights, and the path from visual discussion to a physical fit study. Work in development, not a product for sale.
Charles Butler
Sep 92 min read
Bad Data Is a Systems Problem
Bad data is often treated like a reporting problem.
In field operations, it is usually much bigger than that.
Charles Butler
Jul 32 min read
AI and Field Experience: Better Operations Together
There is always a lot of talk - and some fear - about AI replacing people. That has not been my experience.
Charles Butler
Jul 22 min read
Artificial Intelligence Explained — Deep Learning
Artificial Intelligence Explained – Deep Learning
Charles Butler
Jun 292 min read
Artificial Intelligence Explained — Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence Explained – Machine Learning
Charles Butler
Jun 272 min read
Partnership Is What Happens When the Scope Gets Messy
Partnership is what happens when the scope gets messy.
Charles Butler
Jun 222 min read
What Makes Modern AI Different? Understanding Transformers
What is ChatGPT? Or Google Gemini? Or Claude?
Charles Butler
Jun 212 min read
Artificial Intelligence Explained — GOFAI
Artificial Intelligence has become one of the most discussed technologies of our time. Unfortunately, it has also become one of the most misunderstood.
Over the next several posts, I'd like to break down the major categories of AI in plain English, explain where they came from, w
Charles Butler
Jun 192 min read
Building Resilience Beyond the Cloud
For years, the cloud was sold as the answer to everything.
Charles Butler
Jun 121 min read
TwinAx Came Back Because Physics Kept the Receipt
One of the stranger pleasures of building out a modern local network is watching an old idea become the right answer again.
Charles Butler
Jun 112 min read
Owning the Full Project Lifecycle
In retail displays, digital signage, fixtures, and branded environments, teams often focus heavily on design, manufacturing, logistics, and installation. Those phases are visible, exciting, and easy to celebrate.
Charles Butler
Jun 81 min read
Building a Distributed AI Operations Team
This week I’ve been working on an AI system that is less “single chatbot” and more “small distributed operations team.”
Charles Butler
May 302 min read
Bison Services: Practical Ideas. Working Systems.
Bison Services brings custom software, practical AI, and hands-on engineering together to turn complex problems into practical, working systems.
Charles Butler
Jan 241 min read


Maximizing Performance: Bison Services Automotive Aftermarket Expertise
Are you looking for expert solutions in the automotive aftermarket industry? Look no further than Bison Services! Based in Jersey City,...
Charles Butler
Jun 13, 20241 min read


Revolutionize Your Automotive Accessories with Bison Services
If you're looking to take your automotive accessories to the next level, look no further than Bison Services. This engineering and...
Charles Butler
Jun 13, 20241 min read


Innovative Solutions for Military Imaging Systems by Bison Services
In today's rapidly advancing technological landscape, innovation is key, especially when it comes to military imaging systems. Bison...
Charles Butler
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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