I began my academic journey by obtaining a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from BITS Pilani (2020). Throughout my academic tenure, I engaged in an array of projects encompassing computer science and robotics. My practical experiences extended to esteemed institutions such as Paytm and Mercedes-Benz Research and Development, India (MBRDI). During my time at MBRDI, I collaborated with the Noise, Vibrations, and Harshness Team, dedicated to improving vehicle acoustics. I created a diagnostic tool that uses AI and audio fingerprinting to detect and analyze vehicle noises, helping identify their potential causes.
During the pandemic, driven by an innate entrepreneurial spirit, I co-founded Carca, a platform aimed at nurturing insightful discussions during the pandemic. Carca's mission was to counter misinformation and foster unity during challenging times, moreover inculcate a culture of having meaningful discussions. Although our venture established a small yet astute community, my passion for robotics led me to redirect my efforts. But the entire journey was full of lessons and learnings, and I had the opportunity to interact with people from varied fields, incuding some potential investors. which have helped me analyze new ideas and the world differently.
Subsequently, my journey led me to Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), where I immersed myself in an in-depth exploration of robotics. My studies encompassed a diverse spectrum of domains, including Robotic Vision, Controls, SLAM, Planning, and more. My portfolio featured noteworthy projects such as a cooking assistant robot, an attention-based video colorization AI, a vision system to prevent over-height vehicle crashes, and more. A standout accomplishment was my involvement in the SafeForest project, a research endeavor conducted at CMU's Field Robotics Center. This project aimed to develop robotic systems for preventing wildland and wildland-urban interface fires. My specific contribution involved ground traversability estimation for Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) navigation, leveraging point cloud data collected via Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). This research was presented at the prestigious ICRA 2022 Workshop. I collaborated with Neocis, a dental surgery robotics company. Here, I formulated an algorithm for the automatic detection of implants in CBCT point cloud data. Additionally, I worked on the critical task of ensuring singularity avoidance for a 6 DOF robot arm. For a more comprehensive insight into my experiences and achievements, please refer to my resume.
In a way, I find myself somewhat at odds with the adage, "jack of all trades, master of none." In our dynamic landscape, cultivating knowledge across diverse domains has become a vital facet for gaining experience and adopting fresh perspectives to tackle challenges. My curiosity has propelled me to explore a multitude of fields, resulting in a wealth of experience spanning deep learning, computer vision, planning, and even product management to some extent. My proficiency across these domains has consistently proven advantageous, particularly in Robotics which lies at the heart of an amalgamation of mechanics, electronics, and programming.
I love to explore new things and learn about new topics in history, politics, technology, etc. I am a passionate photographer, a soccer fanatic, and have recently picked up the hobby of writing about topics I find interesting. I am nowhere close to being a refined writer or a photographer, but I'd be happy for you to check some of my photographs and my blog.