Where's My Fruit?
LiDAR-based SLAM and PID wall-tracking for autonomous exploration on an F1-Tenth vehicle. Integrated real-time object detection with map-based location reporting for precise object localization.
May 14, 2025
Evaluating fine-tuned VLA Models for Robotic Control
(Ongoing work) Investigating failure modes in VLA models fine-tuned with RL using interpretability techniques for robotic manipulation tasks.
May 13, 2025
Genetic Algorithm-Based Wing Design for fixed-wing MAVs
Designed an end-to-end wing optimization pipeline by coupling GAs with VLM simulations for micro-UAVs. Automated aerodynamic sizing and performance evaluation under multiple flight constraints.
May 12, 2025
Safe Landing Zone Detection for UAVs
Novel approach for safe landing zone detection for UAVs, leveraging DL-based image segmentation with a custom dataset and integrating SuperResolution, resulting in up to 6.3% improvement in accuracy over SOTA methods.
Aug 12, 2023
SkyroHex: Custom Hexacopter Optimized for Heavy-weight Payloads
Custom Hexacopter featuring a custom-made Li-ion battery pack for high-endurance and heavy payload capabilities.
Jul 1, 2023
Bumblebee: FPV Drone for Long-Range Survey
Custom micro-UAV platform with integrated FPV for long-range outdoor exploration.
Jun 1, 2023
AM13: Micro Blended-Wing-Body for High Volume Payload Transport
Achieved 1st place in Design at the SAE AeroDesign East 2023 along with the fastest lap performance. Patent-pending BWB design with F/W, optimized for transporting high-volume payloads.
Mar 29, 2023
ADRMax+: Quadcopter for Precise Payload Deployment
Winning design for the SAE India Aerothon Competition. Fully indigenous drone optimized for target detection and precise payload deployment.
Feb 12, 2023