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San Francisco, California, United States

• Led the design, development, and manufacturing of 50 units of a safe and effective sanitization solution proven to reduce germs by 99.9%, for deployment in high-traffic environments. • Secured a grant from GUSEC to fund the development of our innovative sanitization solution, the Ultraloop.• Oversaw pilot testing of the Ultraloop in collaboration with the University of North Carolina, validating its effectiveness in a real-world setting.• Managed sourcing and vendor selection for component manufacturing, resulting in a 40% reduction in production costs. • Designed and prototyped iterations of the Ultraloop product line, achieving a time-to-market of 6 months. • Conducted in-depth user research that led to a 65% increase in customer satisfaction scores for the Ultraloop product line.

San Francisco, California, United States

• Led the curation of a public exhibition featuring the work of fellows.• Connected fellows with relevant experts and resources to enhance their concepts for the public exhibition.• Oversaw the logistical management of the public exhibition, ensuring a smooth execution.

• Demonstrated expertise in BLDC motors, lithium-ion battery systems, and microcontroller-based control units to optimize efficiency and user experience.• Led the design and development of a sustainable electric bicycle, ensuring a balance of style, performance, and environmental consciousness.• Oversaw the integration of electrical, mechanical, and software systems to deliver a seamless user experience within the urban mobility space.

San Francisco Bay Area

• Designed, prototyped, and sourced components for the manufacturing of 2 successful products.• Managed vendor selection for component production, resulting in a 45% reduction in manufacturing costs.• Implemented user experience (UX) research and design thinking principles, leading to an increase in customer satisfaction scores.• Led product strategy that resulted in a 15% increase in key metrics like revenue or user base.• Managed cross-functional teams of 10 people, ensuring efficient collaboration and on-time product delivery.

• Designed and developed an automated weight-carrying chassis capable of handling up to 80 kg utilizing image processing for object detection and weight estimation.• Implemented a real-time image processing algorithm using Computer Vision, achieving high processing speed for object identification and tracking in dynamic environments.• Developed the algorithm using Embedded C and Atmel AVR, suitable for resource-constrained environments typically found in mobile robots.

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India

• Founded Makerfest (2017), fostering a community of makers, hobbyists, and innovators through annual events and workshops.• Established Makerfest as a platform for inspiring 300+ students towards careers in STEM fields through interactive learning experiences.

• Conceptualized and developed a smart knob solution for gas stoves, aiming to improve user experience.• Designed an automated temperature control system with temperature settings for precise cooking.• Implemented automated temperature control algorithms to reduce cooking time by 20% while ensuring consistent results.• Integrated temperature sensors with an accuracy of +/- 1 degrees Celsius for precise real-time monitoring of cooking conditions.• Developed and implemented safety algorithms to prevent gas leaks and overheating to mitigate potential hazards.

Master'S Degree, Industrial And Product Design

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Information Technology

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