Research & Publications

My research work and academic publications in VLSI and Embedded Systems

Publications

Pollutant Reduction Techniques Used for Nonroad Combustion Ignition Engines

This research paper explores various techniques for reducing pollutants emitted from nonroad combustion ignition engines, focusing on diesel engine emission control systems and aftertreatment technologies.

Emission ControlDiesel EnginesAftertreatment Systems

A Comparative VHDL Implementation of Advanced Encryption Standard Algorithm on FPGA

This work presents a comprehensive comparison of VHDL implementations of the AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) algorithm on various FPGA platforms, analyzing performance metrics, resource utilization, and optimization techniques.

VHDLFPGAAES AlgorithmCryptography

Professional Experience

Research Assistant

Technische Universität Berlin

Current

January 2024 - Present • Berlin, Germany

Conducting advanced research in VLSI and Embedded Systems, focusing on FPGA design and quantum computing applications. Contributing to cutting-edge research projects in semiconductor technology and embedded systems development.

Contract Engineer

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

1 year 7 months

July 2022 - January 2024 • Pune, Maharashtra, India

Worked on defense-related projects involving embedded systems and VLSI design. Contributed to critical defense technology development and system integration projects.

Project Assistant

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune

1 year 5 months

March 2021 - July 2022 • Pune, Maharashtra, India

FPGA/DSP development for Atomic Physics and Quantum Optics (Quantum Cold Atoms) Lab. Worked on quantum computing research projects and developed FPGA-based systems for quantum physics experiments.

FPGA Intern

Sandeepani- School of Embedded System Design

2 months

May 2020 - June 2020 • Pune, Maharashtra, India

One month of online internship incorporating training on FPGA Design and Verification. Implemented a 4×4 Vedic-multiplier using Zynq FPGA and Xilinx Vivado CAD tools.

Master's Research Intern

KPIT

6 months

August 2019 - January 2020 • Pune Area, India

Responsible for understanding off-road conventional powertrain and Diesel Aftertreatment System to reduce pollutants from diesel engine exhaust. Designed a control system using MATLAB/Simulink for Master's project titled: "Aftertreatment Control System for Emission Control".

Technical Expertise

FPGA Platforms

  • • Xilinx RF-SOC FPGA
  • • Zynq-7000
  • • Virtex 7
  • • Spartan 6

Programming Languages

  • • Verilog
  • • VHDL
  • • C & Embedded C
  • • Python
  • • TCL

Design Tools

  • • Mentor Graphics EDA
  • • Cadence EDA
  • • Xilinx ISE
  • • Vivado Design Suite

Simulation & Analysis

  • • MATLAB/Simulink
  • • Digital Signal Processing
  • • Control Systems
  • • System Modeling

Protocols & Standards

  • • AMBA
  • • CAN
  • • USB
  • • Digital Electronics

Research Areas

  • • Quantum Computing
  • • Quantum Cryptography
  • • Semiconductor Fabrication
  • • CMOS Fundamentals