Irfad H.

Education

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  Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU)

  2018 - 2022

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering 7.65 CGPA

  Activities and Societies: • Co-founded Robotics Team (2019-2022): Led construction of diverse robots for national competitions, achieving victories across India. • Elected Mechatronics Student Union Secretary: Led team to foster collaboration, organize impactful events, and advocate for student needs. Dissertation- Precision Agriculture Unmanned Aerial Vehicle for artificial pollination of flowers.● Developed and published an autonomous UAV for artificial pollination by integrating Pixhawk 4 flight controllers, GPS navigation, and a soap bubble-based pollen delivery system, addressing declining bee populations and improving agricultural efficiency. ● Optimized pollination efficiency by engineering a neutral pH 7.0 solution, reducing pollen wastage by 75%, and ensuring precise flower… Show more Dissertation- Precision Agriculture Unmanned Aerial Vehicle for artificial pollination of flowers.● Developed and published an autonomous UAV for artificial pollination by integrating Pixhawk 4 flight controllers, GPS navigation, and a soap bubble-based pollen delivery system, addressing declining bee populations and improving agricultural efficiency. ● Optimized pollination efficiency by engineering a neutral pH 7.0 solution, reducing pollen wastage by 75%, and ensuring precise flower targeting through real-time navigation and sensor feedback. ● Achieved a 98% pollination success rate, improving pollen germination by 30.7% and increasing agricultural productivity by 25%, demonstrating the UAV’s effectiveness as a sustainable alternative to traditional methods. ● Led the research and development of the UAV, managing multi-disciplinary teams, conducting field trials, and analysing sensor-driven data, resulting in a published study showcasing a scalable and cost effective innovation. Show less

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  Kingston University

  2023 - 2024

  Master's degree Engineering Projects and Systems Management Merit

  Dissertation- Implementation of IOT and advanced machines in a Desiccated coconut Industry.● Automated deshelling, reducing labour costs by INR 1.01 million/year while maintaining production levels. ● Upgraded drying systems, reducing downtime by 3 hours/month and improving energy efficiency by 20-30%. ● Implemented IoT-based predictive maintenance, eliminating unplanned breakdowns and reducing lead time by 18%. ● Applied Lean Six Sigma principles, cutting raw material waste by… Show more Dissertation- Implementation of IOT and advanced machines in a Desiccated coconut Industry.● Automated deshelling, reducing labour costs by INR 1.01 million/year while maintaining production levels. ● Upgraded drying systems, reducing downtime by 3 hours/month and improving energy efficiency by 20-30%. ● Implemented IoT-based predictive maintenance, eliminating unplanned breakdowns and reducing lead time by 18%. ● Applied Lean Six Sigma principles, cutting raw material waste by 12% and reducing inventory costs by 15%. ● Integrated ERP with IoT, enhancing forecasting accuracy by 25% and reducing manual workload by 40%. Show less