Aidan Wang developed a feature for the BrownSpaceEngineering/PVDXosV2 repository focused on improving watchdog reliability in embedded systems. He implemented throttled watchdog check-ins by introducing conditional logic that uses a should_checkin flag and interval-based enqueueing, ensuring that check-in commands are only sent when a defined time period has elapsed. This approach reduced unnecessary command enqueues across multiple RTOS tasks, optimizing resource usage and task management. Working primarily in C, Aidan applied his expertise in embedded systems and watchdog timers to address resource waste. The work demonstrated a targeted, in-depth solution to a specific reliability challenge within a real-time operating environment.