Om More, CSSGB

1)Working on modelling dynamic and navigating system for Aerospin

Development of a 9-Foot Tall, 6-Legged Robot for Challenging Terrain Navigation Designed a precise C.A.D. model for a 9-foot tall hexapod robot capable of navigating through challenging terrains like corn fields. Incorporated 2 degrees of freedom (DOF) for each leg, considering leg workspace and torque requirements for optimal performance. Fabricated the robot assembly using power tools (angle grinder, band saw) and hand tools, ensuring robust and precise construction. Designing a Feedback Control System for Robot Legs Developed a feedback control system using ESP32 microcontrollers and linear actuators for efficient leg actuation. Integrated time-of-flight sensors with I2C communication protocols for real-time feedback and precise control. Designed a modular architecture to create a local Wi-Fi network for inter- and intra-ESP32 communication, enabling seamless coordination. Kinematic Modeling and Trajectory Generation Designed a kinematic model to generate trajectories for hexapod locomotion, ensuring smooth and stable movement. Applied knowledge of inverse kinematics, forward/inverse dynamics, and impedance control to optimize leg motion. Created real-world simulators using Simscape to validate robot performance in virtual environments. Programmed the robot’s control system using Python and C++ in Visual Studio, ensuring compatibility and efficiency. Control Systems and Dynamic Modeling Expertise Applied knowledge of control systems, including spring-loaded inverted pendulum, zero momentum control, and model predictive control. Developed dynamic models for electrical, mechanical, and thermal systems to ensure optimal performance. Developed Kalman filter based sensor fusion for lidar and IMU data to address noise in trajectory estimation, improving real-time localization accuracy by 25% during hexapod robot field tests. Automated 5 SIL test cases using Python to replace manual regression checks, increasing software validation throughput by 45%

1)Designed a Control systems lab, which includes several labs like 'DC motor position and speed control.', 'Temperature control.', 'Methods of system characterization to obtain plant transfer function.','Plant estimation and Tuning a PID using different techniques.' and 'Using Free R.T.O.S. and Arduino IDE for distance, acceleration and I2C data reading'. 2)Instructing the “Control system” lab and 4 sections with different experiments and designing meaningful workshops. 3)Assisting students with designing projects that includes a product with the potential for commercial value or practical use and controller's implementation on the microcontroller with discrete and based on continuous-time control principles. 4)Helping the Course instructor with grading the course and designing it.

• Implemented script changes for effective analysis of Position calibration sensor using MATLAB. • Worked on developing a State-flow based through-put model for quick scenario-based prediction that helped to get roadmap for doubling the current number of reticle handler of EUV-EXE -5000. • Saved huge amount by implementing design changes using throughput model tripling the functional yield of reticle transport. • Implemented Dijkstra’s algorithm on MATLAB Sims-cape multibody environment and a magnetic reticle handling platform to optimize path planning achieving 90% accuracy with respect to simulation and increasing throughput by 18%. • Developed MATLAB based GUI for automated reticle slip calculation from machine data and identification of critical resonances and machine disturbances, helping customer to postprocess the data in less than 10 seconds and reduced complexity of understanding. • Designed script to calculate move-times of robots using V.A.J.(Velocity, Acceleration and Jerk) parameters from different logical positions.

1)Conducted Lab sessions for MEEN students for various experiments. 2)Helped students in getting familiar with different control systems, physics and mechanics behind it and implementation using MATLAB. 3)Assisted students with concepts of modelling and controller's implementation on the microcontroller with discrete and based on continuous-time control principles and conducted doubt sessions for subject related academic queries. 4)Helped the Course instructor with grading the course and designing it.

• Reduced E.O.T. crane downtime by 10% through timely resolution of braking system issues & learned about design mechanism of different types of E.O.T. • Improved pump replacement efficiency by 30%, measured by average time taken to complete a pump replacement task. • Presented a comprehensive report on hydraulics system designs and PLC technology, earning positive feedback from engineering team.

• Implemented design changes that improved the structural integrity of sugar crane trailers, allowing them to handle higher loads with increased stability. • Successfully managed inventory of C.I. channels and sections, maintaining continuous supply with zero stockouts for 3 consecutive months. Conducted comprehensive quality inspections, resulting in 40% reduction in post-production defects, thereby improving overall quality and customer satisfaction •Conducted time & motion study to gather various metrics to help in process improvement with the implementation of SOPs. •Partnered with HODs to implement SOPs to reduce process variation and enhance efficiency. •Collaborated with area managers to Review and respond to process improvement projects, ensuring alignment with goals. Experience of working on control systems for using different control modes, generating different set points for Reticle handler of lithography machine. Designed hydraulic dumper assemblies to resolve load instability issues, enabling safe operation under 15% higher payload. • Created system-level diagnostics for trailers to address undetected failures in testing, enhancing safety coverage by 30%. • Implemented advanced hydraulic circuit tuning to eliminate lag in dump cycles, cutting unloading time by 18%. • Optimized chassis-hydraulic integration to mitigate stress concentration failures, achieving a 25% reduction in warranty claims.

1)Conducted various cultural events preserving the culture of great state of Maharashtra. 2)Assited juniors with academic and non-academic related issues. 3) Monitored different teams from club and participated in technical competition.

University Fellowship Holder (Fall 2024) Merit Scholarship Holder (Fall 2024-25) Teaching Assistant (Fall 23- Spring 24) Research Assistant (Fall 23- present) Student Technician (Summer 23) 1)MODELING AND ANALYSIS MECH SYSTEMS (MEEN 602) 2)CONTROL SYSTEM DESIGN (MEEN 651) 3)SOUND & VIBRATION MEASUREMENT (MEEN 659) 4)MECH OF ROBOT MANIPULATOR (MEEN 612) 5)PLANING AUTOMATION & CONTROL (MEEN 689) 6)ADV COMPUTER-AIDED ENGR (MEEN 632) 7)MULT CONTROL SYS DESGN (MEEN 652) 8)RESEARCH (MEEN 691) 9)INTERNSHIP (MEEN 684)

Capstone Project Patent Holder Project recognition of TRL-Stage 4 by ARIIA, Government of India PROBLEM SOLVING AND PROGRAMMING (CSE1001) ENGINEERING MECHANICS (MEE1002) INTRODUCTION TO SOFT SKILLS (STS1001) ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS (MEE1003) MATERIALS ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (MEE1005) ENGINEERING PHYSICS (PHY1701) MANUFACTURING PROCESSES (MEE1007) ROBOTICS (MEE1030) MACHINE DRAWING (MEE2001) THERMAL ENGINEERING SYSTEMS (MEE2003) HEAT TRANSFER (MEE2005) PROBLEM SOLVING AND OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING (CSE1002) ELECTRIC CIRCUITS (EEE1002) ELECTRICAL WORKSHOP (EEE1003) FACILITIES AND PROCESS PLANNING (MEE1018) MECHANICS OF MACHINES (MEE2004) BUSINESS MATHEMATICS (ONL1003) MACHINING PROCESSES AND METROLOGY (MEE2006) JAPANESE FOR BEGINNERS (JAP1001) STRENGTH OF MATERIALS (MEE2002) WELDING ENGINEERING (MEE2011) RAPID MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGIES (MEE2016) ADVANCED JAVA PROGRAMMING (STS3205) DESIGN OF MACHINE ELEMENTS (MEE3001)