Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Projects
Awards and Certifications
Timeline
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Divyesh VS

Brooklyn,NY

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechatronics Engineer

NYU Flexible AI-Enabled Mechatronic Systems Lab (FAMS)
New York, NY
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Piloted the development and integration of a bespoke soft robotic worm that led to a 30% uplift in success rates for endoscopic applications and emergency rescue missions, showcasing a groundbreaking advancement in medical robotics
  • Engineered an efficient wireless power system, resulting in a significant 25% boost in power efficiency
  • Led and coordinated a 12-member team to streamline robotic integration processes, reducing time by 25% and enhancing operational efficiency by 15%.

Robotics Engineer

Segritech
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Led the development of a precision-enhanced industrial automation machinery system at Segritech, integrating technologies like load cell-based weight assessment and pi camera image processing via Raspberry Pi 4 and Arduino
  • Headed the electronics team, managing BOM creation and DFM implementation
  • Liaised with vendors and manufacturers, optimizing procurement and ensuring project efficiency
  • Recognized with the Best Robotics Performance Award for leadership in interdisciplinary collaboration and contributing to a 20% precision improvement in the Industrial Machinery system.

Robotics Intern

Skyfi Labs
Hyderabad, India
05.2019 - 01.2020
  • Pioneered diverse robot and IoT innovations, from swarm robotics to gesture-based robots, demonstrating versatility in mobile robots
  • Designed a high-performance three-wheeled robot, integrating multiple components for a 30% operational efficiency boost and a 25% reduction in real-time data collection response time
  • Assembled a three-wheeled robot with an Arduino UNO as its microcontroller with various sensors and actuators like IR sensor, DC motor, accelerometer, motor driver.

Education

Master of Science - Mechatronics And Robotics

New York University
New York, NY
05-2024

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communication Engineering

SRM Institute Of Science And Technology
Chennai, India
06-2022

Skills

  • Mechanical: CAD (Solidworks, Fusion 360, CATIA), FEA (Ansys), 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, CNC
  • Electrical & Electronics: Altium, KiCAD, Embedded systems (Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, etc), Oscilloscope, Multimeter, DC Power Supply, Function Generator, Soldering
  • Software & Systems: Python, C/C, ROS, RViz, Gazebo, MATLAB, Unity 3D, OpenCV
  • Soft Skills: Decision-Making, Problem-solving abilities, Teamwork and Collaboration, Adaptability and Flexibility, Analytical Thinking

Projects

Bio-Inspired Robot Search and Rescue System [Raspberry Pi, Altium Designer, 3D Printing, Fusion 360, YoloV7, Python]

  • Led development of a bio-inspired search and rescue system, integrating gesture control/accelerometer for robot operation and YOLOv7 for human tracking, visualized using Microsoft HoloLens.
  • Achieved a 30% boost in search and rescue efficiency during field testing, demonstrating enhanced disaster response capabilities.

ExploraSphere [Raspberry Pi, Altium, Silicon Moulding, Fusion 360, Azure Kinect, Python]

  • Solely designed and built SoftSphere, a soft-bodied robot made of silicon, with a primary focus on utilizing proprioception for enhanced navigation and manipulation capabilities.
  • Integrated two internal cameras and two external Azure Kinect cameras into SoftSphere’s design to facilitate precise point cloud capture, enabling effective search functionality alongside proprioceptive feedback.

Fruit and Vegetable sorting machine [Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Python, C/C++, Open CV, KiCAD, SolidWorks, 3D printing]

  • Developed a sophisticated industrial sorting machine capable of efficiently handling round fruits and vegetables.
  • Enhanced quality control and categorization by integrating image processing, weight cells, and size sorting mechanisms, resulting in a 30% reduction in defects and waste. The machine classifies round fruits and vegetables based on color, weight, size, and ripeness.

Pick and place Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) in factory [Raspberry Pi, Python, Altium, Fusion 360, 3D printing]

  • Spearheaded the design and integration of an Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) for pick and place operations in a factory setting, achieving precise navigation with less than a 2cm error margin.
  • Engineered a claw gripper mechanism with a 98% success rate in secure widget handling, enhancing transport efficiency and reducing travel time and collision incidents. Collaborated with a diverse team for seamless hardware-software integration, showcasing strong project management skills.

Awards and Certifications

  • Best Performance Award in Robotics (Segritech)
  • Runners up in Major Project Design Contest COMSPRO 2022 (SRMIST)
  • PCB design with OrCAD
  • Fusion 360: Design for Mechatronics

Timeline

Mechatronics Engineer

NYU Flexible AI-Enabled Mechatronic Systems Lab (FAMS)
01.2023 - 01.2024

Robotics Engineer

Segritech
06.2021 - 07.2022

Robotics Intern

Skyfi Labs
05.2019 - 01.2020

Master of Science - Mechatronics And Robotics

New York University

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communication Engineering

SRM Institute Of Science And Technology
Divyesh VS