NIDHINA KD

- Lead the development of a Small Acoustic Modem (SAM) for underwater communication.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and objectives.
- Design and implement efficient and reliable underwater communication systems.
- Utilize Matlab and LabVIEW for programming data acquisition instruments.
- Develop and optimize code for seamless data acquisition and processing.
- Create LabVIEW codes for various communication protocols to ensure robust and efficient communication between devices.
- Collaborate with software engineers to integrate LabVIEW modules into larger systems.
- Design mixed-signal circuits, including Programmable Gain Amplifiers (PGA) and Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC), using tools such as MULTISIM and TINA TI.
- Optimize circuit designs for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Prepare detailed specifications for the purchase of electronic components and instruments.
- Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure the acquisition of high-quality components meeting project requirements.

Project : μTMaps (Multiple Point Temperature Mapping Sensor)

Programming Data Acquisition instruments (NI DAQ,Picoscope, DSO )

Data Acquisition Programming:Proficiently program Data Acquisition instruments including NI DAQ, Picoscope, and DSO.
Develop and optimize software scripts for efficient data acquisition processes.
Basic Software Skills:Utilize a diverse range of programming languages and software tools including Visual Studio (C Programming), LabVIEW, MATLAB, VHDL, Verilog, Xilinx ISE, Microchip MPLAB IDE, Texas Instruments CCS, Tina Ti, Ltspice, Pspice, Multisim, Orcad, Eclipse, Proteus, and KEIL.
Demonstrate versatility in software applications to address project requirements.
Calibration Automation using LabVIEW:Lead the automation of the calibration process using LabVIEW for enhanced efficiency and accuracy.
Ensure calibration procedures adhere to industry standards.
Ultrasonic Waveguide Sensor Calibration:Conduct calibration of Ultrasonic Waveguide temperature sensors against thermocouple and RTD standards.
Implement precise calibration methodologies to guarantee sensor accuracy.
Pulser Circuit Design:Design and develop pulser circuits for the generation of ultrasonic waves.
Ensure the reliability and performance of the pulser circuit in ultrasonic applications.
Testing at Customer Site:Conduct testing of Waveguide sensors at the customer site (Saint-Gobain India Pvt. Ltd (R&D)) to validate sensor performance in real-world conditions.
Collaborate with customers to address any technical concerns or requirements.
Training and Collaboration:Train and mentor project team members in Electronics and Instrumentation.
Collaborate with PhD scholars in setting up experiments and providing technical insights.
Academic Involvement:Lectured a university-level class of 24 students in relevant Electronics and Instrumentation topics.
Supervised student examinations and graded work submissions.

Project:SPWM Generation for V/F speed control of single phase AC motor using DSP.

PWM Generation for V/F Speed Control:Spearheaded the development of Sinusoidal Pulse Width Modulation (SPWM) for Variable/Fixed Frequency (V/F) speed control of single-phase AC motors using Digital Signal Processing (DSP) techniques.
Ensured optimal motor performance and efficiency through precise control algorithms.
Sensor Integration with Embedded Systems:Implemented solutions for interfacing various sensors with embedded systems.
Applied diverse communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and UART for seamless data exchange between sensors and microcontrollers.
PCB Design and Optimization:Designed, tested, and debugged Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) to create compact and efficient hardware layouts.
Ensured reliability and performance of hardware components for the successful implementation of control systems.
Analog Circuit Design:Utilized LTSPICE and TINA TI for designing analog circuits to support DSP-based control systems.
Ensured the precision and stability of analog components for seamless integration with digital control algorithms.
Microcontroller Interfacing:Developed interfaces for connecting sensors and actuators with microcontrollers.
Implemented robust communication pathways to facilitate real-time control and monitoring.