Lightweight Smart Sense-and-Avoid Module for Low-Altitude Agricultural UAVs
Reactive, Plug-and-Play Sense-and-Avoid System for Pixhawk-Based UAVs in Precision Agriculture.
Python
ROS
Featured Projects
A selection of my recent work
UAV Multispectral Time-Series and Weather-Based Hurdle Modeling for Onion Diseases and Pest Estimation
Developed a multimodal framework combining UAV multispectral imagery, weather data, and machine learning to estimate onion diseases and pest incidence.
Python
UAV Multispectral Imaging
Machine Learning
Time-Series Analysis
+5
Aerial Vehicle Localization Using a Downward-Facing Depth Camera for Precision Agriculture
Evaluated visual-inertial localization for UAV pose estimation in simulated agricultural environments using a downward-facing Intel RealSense depth camera.
Python
ROS
Gazebo
Visual-Inertial Odometry
+3
UAV-Based Multispectral Imaging for Surface Oil and Water Leak Detection over Soil Using Deep Learning
Developed a UAV-based multispectral deep learning framework for detecting and distinguishing surface oil and water leaks over soil.
Python
PyTorch
YOLOv11
RT-DETR
+4
Path Planning and Patrolling for a Team of Car-like Robots in a Campus Environment
Developed reactive path planning and patrolling for a team of car-like robots navigating a campus-like environment.
Python
ROS
Webots
MATLAB
+2
Slip Control Experimental Setup Design
Designed a real-time experimental setup for studying slip and developing tactile-sensor-based grip control for a WidowX robotic gripper.
MATLAB
Simulink
Python
Tactile Sensing
+3
Encoder-Orientation Sensor Fusion for Ground Robot Navigation
Sensor fusion and velocity control for autonomous ground robot navigation and LiDAR-based obstacle avoidance.
Python
ROS
MicroPython
Raspberry Pi Pico
+3
Object Detection and Tracking
Developed object detection and tracking algorithms for real-time ATM surveillance and security analytics.
C++
Python
OpenCV
TensorFlow
+3
Tech Stack
Technologies I use to build things
Programming
Python
C++
MATLAB
Robotics & Autonomy
ROS2
Gazebo
PX4
ArduPilot
Perception & AI
OpenCV
PyTorch
Embedded Systems
NVIDIA Jetson
STM32
Raspberry Pi
Experience
Project Manager
Drone Center, IIT Bombay, India
Researching GPS-denied terrain-following navigation for multirotor UAVs using LiDAR, vision, and IMU sensors, evaluating VPS, VIO, and developing novel localization approaches.
Researching multi-sensor fusion for robust obstacle detection using LiDAR, radar, and depth cameras, and evaluating obstacle avoidance strategies.
Principal Engineer – State Estimation and Control
TIH Foundation for IoT & IoE, IIT Bombay, India
Led UAV multispectral sensing projects for pipeline leak detection and agricultural phenotyping, alongside autonomous navigation, sense-and-avoid, and VIO localization systems.
Senior Research Fellow
ARMS Lab, IIT Bombay, India
Developed multi-agent path planning, trajectory tracking, and obstacle avoidance for autonomous patrolling robots in collaboration with CAIR, DRDO.
Software Developer
AISIGHT Video Analytics Pvt. Ltd, India
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Developed vision-based surveillance systems for ATM deployment, including human detection and tracking and deep learning-based anomaly detection.
Drone and Robotics Engineer
Dhristi Works, India
Developed motion planning, perception, and grasping solutions for autonomous robotic manipulators, including a 7-DOF robot for beach cleaning applications.
Research Assistant
Singapore Institute of Neurotechnology, National University of Singapore, Singapore
Worked in the Neuromorphic Engineering Group on tactile sensing and haptics, developing slip control for the WidowX robot, a haptic glove interface, and motion planning for UR10 manipulators and the iLIMB prosthetic hand.
Project Assistant
Multimodal Perception Laboratory, IIIT Bangalore, India
Implemented modified GrabCut algorithms for precise jewelry image segmentation.
Assistant Professor
Haryana College of Technology and Management, India
Taught digital signal processing and microprocessor interfacing courses, designing and leading hands-on laboratory practicals.
Project Manager – Embedded Software Engineer
Infinite Biomedical Technologies, USA
Engineered EMG signal processing and pattern recognition algorithms to decode muscle activity and enable intuitive, multi-gesture prosthetic hand control.
Education
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Virginia Commonwealth University
GPA: 3.828/4.000 (Top 12% of class).
Thesis: Developed a standalone EEG-based interface for locked-in patients, enabling real-time switch control through EEG intent detection using signal processing, pattern recognition, and embedded systems.
Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics
K. J. Somaiya College of Engineering, Mumbai University
Final Year Project: Developed a secure cryptographic architecture combining
DES with a 64-bit Fibonacci LFSR in VHDL.
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