TECHNICAL PROJECTS

Ongoing Projects
Research

Global Model Reduction approach for Nonlinear Dynamical Systems

Exploring conditions for nonlinear global model reduction using Balanced Realizations via Observability and Controllability characteristics (Grammians).

Optimal Control
Research

Solution of Discontinuous Optimal Control Problems

Exploring generalized solutions for optimal control with discontinuity in cost and dynamics using Colombeau ideology.

Past Projects
Demonstration

Human-Robot & Multi-Robot Consensus Control

Experimental investigation of cooperation between autonomous agents and humans in real-life scenarios.

Optimal Control
Reinforcement Learning

Multi-Agent Adversarial Reinforcement Learning

Investigation of Experience-based learning applied in uncertain multi-agent adversarial scenarios.

Positive Systems
Control

Optimal Control of Positive Systems

Developing feedback controls to ensure positivity constraints are met in an optimal manner for medical and biological applications.

Robophysics
Robotics

Three-Link Robotic System

Modeling, simulation, and design of a three-link robotic crawler as part of the Robophysics Bootcamp 2025.

UAV Launcher
Aviation

UAV/Glider Launch Platform

Design of vehicle-top and catapult/bungee launch mechanisms for weight-constrained unmanned systems.

Warhead
Defense

Fragmenting Warhead Design

Complete design, performance, and lethality assessment of a fragmenting warhead system.

SRM
Propulsion

Design and Assessment of an SRM

Addressing design concerns and analyzing performance of solid-rocket motors for launch vehicles.

Structures
Structures

Damage Tolerance Framework

Constructed a MATLAB tool for assessing structural strength and Fatigue life using Linear-Elastic Fracture Mechanics.

RC Plane
Avionics

RC Flight Testing

Development and flight testing of remote-controlled aircraft to validate stability derivatives and control response.