Hunter Lerette developed the initial Variable Drive Speed feature for the MissouriMRDT Autonomy_Software repository, focusing on adaptive drive control for autonomous robotics. Using C++ and leveraging skills in algorithm development and sensor integration, Hunter implemented dynamic speed adjustments in the DriveBoard module by analyzing terrain slope and camera sensor data. This approach enabled the robot to traverse uneven terrain more safely and efficiently, while also extending the DriveBoard API to support future tuning and integration with additional sensors. The work laid a foundation for sensor fusion between terrain and vision data, demonstrating thoughtful engineering depth and a focus on robust autonomy.