Intelligent Robotics and Vision Lab

Graduate Research Assistant | 2022 – Present | Dallas, TX

PI: Dr. Yu Xiang

  • Developed algorithms for autonomous exploration and real-time semantic mapping
    • Optimized navigation in large-scale unknown environments with a custom exploration module
    • Devised 2-layer representation of object semantics and environment geometry for faster updates
  • Developed trajectory optimization and benchmarking techniques for real-world robot manipulation
    • Created reproducible, marker-free scenes for manipulation benchmarking
    • Formulated point-cloud trajectory optimization for fast joint grasp and motion planning
  • Led numerous demos and presentations of lab-related research activities

VECROS Technologies

Co-Founder and CTO | 2020 – 2021 | Delhi, India

  • Developed a VIO-based autonomous aerial navigation system with real-time edge processing
  • Led the team in developing beyond visual line of sight control system for quad-rotor systems
  • Raised $600K during the seed funding round

Swarm Intelligence Lab

Graduate Student Researcher | 2019 – 2020 | Delhi, India

PI: Dr. Shubhendu Bhasin

  • Established motion capture test bed and optimized camera coverage for calibration
  • Researched and implemented formation control algorithms, developing a target capture mechanism

Sterlite Tech

Operations Engineer | 2016 – 2017 | MH, India

  • Analyzed fiber draw process and implemented grounding mechanism to dissipate static charges
  • Collaborated in writing documentation for troubleshooting and analyzing machine breakdowns

Power Electronics Lab

Undergraduate Student Researcher | 2015 – 2016 | Warangal, India

PI: Dr. Porpandiselvi S

  • Developed a high-frequency buck-boost LED driver, achieving 0.99 power factor