Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Projects
Publications
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Sri Shakunthala Yerneni

Sri Shakunthala Yerneni

Dallas,TX

Summary

Adaptable professional with a proven ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts. History of excellence across diverse projects, contributing to both individual and team success. Committed to fostering growth and development in collaborative environments.

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

RENEW Lab - Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Buffalo
07.2024 - Current
  • Performed root cause analysis and tuning of actuator behavior under varying loads and feedback conditions to quantify the behavior of a Bionic tactile sensor, procuring profound lab experience with servo motor control, Linear actuators and other lab equipment.
    • Optimized sensor and actuator system response time by to as low as 0.76ms, reflecting a strong grasp of complex production processes and mechanical-electrical integration.
    • Assembled, troubleshot, and actuated a robotic hand with 16 Dynamixel servo motors, showcasing hands-on experience with mechatronic control systems and system integration.
    • Worked with systems from National Instruments(NI-DAQ) and Arduino for real-time Data Acquisition. Formulated control algorithms for 6-axis industrial robots from Universal Robots(UR5e) and FANUC.
    • Prototyped and designed multiple 3D-printed components to support evolving experimental requirements.

Product Manager

ICICI Bank
Mumbai
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Spearheaded design of high-volume, self-service digital platform for over 1.5 million NRI customers.
  • Led cross-functional collaboration to gather product requirements and conduct stability testing across multiple deployment environments.
  • Streamlined the overseas customer onboarding process by reducing the onboarding time to under 10 minutes,
    significantly enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.

Automation and Controls Intern

Central Manufacturing Technological Institute
Bengaluru
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Programmed Delta PLC and HMI (DOP-107EV) with DOPSoft for Loom Machine interactive screens.
  • Mapped parameters like tension, torque, and machine angles to enhance textile patterns and quality.
  • Analyzed parameter relationships to optimize wefting and warping processes.
  • This automated the process of operating the loom machine, eliminating the need for manual work.

Industrial Engineering Intern

Bharat Dynamics Limited
Hyderabad
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Executed SCADA-based monitoring and diagnostics for 5MW solar power plant, acquiring expertise in heavy machinery control systems.
  • Operated CNCs and hydraulic machines during production and assembly of missile components.
  • Contributed to development and integration of advanced missile systems and avionic components.
  • Gained exposure to large-scale component assembly and energy systems under defense standards.

Education

Master of Science - Engineering Science (Robotics)

University At Buffalo SUNY
Buffalo, NY
08.2025

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati
Tirupati, India
05.2023

Skills

  • Programming: MATLAB, Python, C, and Verilog
  • CAD : Fusion 360, SolidWorks, ANSYS, AutoCAD
  • Systems & Tools: NI-DAQ, LabVIEW, ROS/ROS2, Simulink
  • Automation: PLC (Siemens/Delta), SCADA, Modbus
  • Others: Arduino, Git, Linux, MS Office, BOMs, P&IDs
  • Kinematics, Liner Algebra, Probability
  • Soft Skills: Analytical thinking, Problem Solving, Adaptability

Accomplishments

  • Winner, 'Mahatma: Pilot Project', NSS IIT Tirupati, 2020-21
  • Top 5% out of 160,000 in JEE Advanced, 2019
  • Top 0.8% out of 1,150,000 in JEE Mains, 2019

Projects

  • LiDAR SLAM and Cost Mapping for Robot Navigation
    Developed a SLAM system with FAST-LIO2 to generate point cloud maps from LiDAR and IMU data, enabling accurate environment modeling. Designed cost maps and ROS nodes for path planning and obstacle avoidance.
  • Design of MXene-Silicon Based Piezo-Resistive Pressure Sensor
    Engineered a nanosheet-based biomedical pressure sensor (1–5 kPa) on silicon diaphragm with high sensitivity and fast response. Validated through COMSOL/Coventor simulations of stress-strain and electrical characteristics.
  • System-Level Simulation of Multi-Robot Soccer Game
    Simulated multi-robot coordination (defense, attack, goalie) using stateflow and hybrid dynamics. Built centralized control for communication, tracking, and real-time game state regulation.
  • PLC-Based Industrial Waste Management and Drainage System
    Automated waste segregation and treatment using PLC, sensors, and actuators for solid, liquid, and gaseous waste. Implemented multi-chamber process control with latches and timers to improve efficiency and complince.
  • PLC-Based Automatic Paint Mixing Machine
    Built a PLC-driven system integrating sensors, valves, conveyor, and stirrer to automate paint mixing. Achieved precise ratios and consistent quality while minimizing manual effort.
  • Automatic Lane Changer
    Designed MATLAB-Simulink algorithm with Model Predictive Control for safe lane changes. Used automated driving toolbox and vehicle identification sensors for real-time decision-making.

Publications

Slip-actuated bionic tactile sensing system with dynamic DC generator integrated E-textile for dexterous robotic manipulation Nature Communications, 2025, Co-Author

Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

RENEW Lab - Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
07.2024 - Current

Product Manager

ICICI Bank
07.2023 - 12.2023

Automation and Controls Intern

Central Manufacturing Technological Institute
06.2022 - 07.2022

Industrial Engineering Intern

Bharat Dynamics Limited
06.2021 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Engineering Science (Robotics)

University At Buffalo SUNY

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati
Sri Shakunthala Yerneni