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Hello!

I'm Venkata Madhav

Building the future of robotics 🤖

Specializing in autonomous systems, computer vision, and multi-robot coordination. Currently pursuing a Master's in Robotics at the University of Maryland, College Park.

I am a Master of Engineering student in Robotics at the University of Maryland, College Park. I specialize in software-driven robotics, including ROS1&2, C++, Python, and Gazebo. My passion lies in underwater and aerial robotics, focusing on control, planning, and perception.

I enjoy solving complex problems in autonomous systems and have hands-on experience with autonomous underwater vehicles, robotic manipulators, and multi-robot systems.

Research Interests

Underwater Robotics

Enhancing autonomous navigation capabilities for underwater vehicles.

Perception and Planning

Developing perception systems for autonomous vehicles.

Multi-Robot Systems

Understanding and optimising multi-robot swarms for complex environments.

Controls

Designing and implementing control systems for robotic platforms and autonomous vehicles.

Education

University of Maryland, College Park

Master of Engineering, Robotics

College Park, MD, USA

Courses:
Robot Modeling Controls System Deep Learning & AI Software Development for Robotics Perception Planning Multi-Robot Swarms Rehabilitation Robotics On-Road Automated Vehicles

Fall 2024 - Spring 2026

CGPA: 3.78/4

IIITDM Kancheepuram

BTech, CSE

Kancheepuram, Chennai, India

2020-2024

CGPA: 8.97/10

FIITJEE Junior College

Intermediate

Visakhapatnam, India

2018-2020

CGPA: 9.94/10

St. Joseph's E.M.H. School

High School

Vizianagaram, India

2018

CGPA: 10.0/10.0

Publications

Venkata Madhav, T. Vyshnav, K. and Soorya, R.

"Analysis of Underwater Coral Reef Health Using Neural Networks"

IEEE OCEANS 2024 Conference, Singapore

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Awards & Achievements

🏆

Presented a paper at the prestigious IEEE OCEANS 2024 Conference at Singapore.

🏅

My team got shortlisted to participate in the MATE-ROV World Championship both in the year 2022 and 2023.

🎯

My team was among the top 20 teams in the SAUVC Competition 2022, which was held in Singapore.

🥇

Selected as one of the top 30 teams for the 2022 VRX Competition.

Featured Projects

multi-robot-swarms

Bio-Inspired Swarm Flocking with Minimal Communication for Adaptive Search Operations

Robotics Multi-Robot Swarms

This project aims to develop an autonomous surface swarm system with bio-inspired flocking for search tasks, with adaptive formation control in a simulated ocean environment using a decentralized control system to enable minimal communication while maintaining coordination.

turtlebot4

Perception for Turtlebot4

Robotics Computer Vision Autonomous Systems ROS2 Gazebo

This project involved multiple perception challenges to successfully navigate a robot through a given environment with ArUco markers and different obstacle scenarios.

turtlebot4

Path Planning for Turtlebot4

Robotics Computer Vision Autonomous Systems ROS2 Gazebo

A course project that involved developing an A* path planning algorithm for the Turtlebot4 to navigate in an given environment. Designed for both simulation and hardware!

UAV

Localisation of UAVs in Indoor Corridor Environments

Robotics Computer Vision Autonomous Systems Bezier Curve Multi-Task Learning

Developed GPS-free localization for UAVs in indoor environments, enabling precise path following with minimal deviation in translation and orientation.

Coral Reef Health Analysis

Analysis of Underwater Coral Reef Health Using Neural Networks

YOLOV8 Coral Reefs CNN Underwater Robotics

This study showcases the implementation of the YOLOv8 CNN model for automated coral health assessment. The model classifies coral into three categories, achieving an accuracy of 78%.

AUV Nemo

Autonomous Navigation Planner for AUV Nemo

Robotics Computer Vision Autonomous Underwater Vehicle ROS Gazebo

Developed an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle with 6 DOF featuring 3D Visualised Oak-D Series 3 Camera for autonomous navigation in SAUVC 2022, Singapore.

ROV Marty

Control System Integration for ROV Marty

Robotics Control Systems Hybrid Vehicle

Developed a hybrid vehicle capable of operating as both AUV and ROV for the MATE-ROV World Championship 2023.

PID Controller Implementation

PID Controller Implementation

C++ PID Controls

This project implements a PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) controller for Acme Robotics' mobile robot platform.

RRT* Path Planning

Efficient Path Planning for Autonomous Vehicles based on RRT* with Variable Probability Strategy and Artificial Potential Field Approach

APF RRT* Planning Python

This project is a successful implementation of the Improved A-RRT* path planning algorithm in a 2D grid-based simulation environment using Python and OpenCV.

BFS & Dijkstra Path Planning

BFS & Dijkstra Algorithm for Path Planning

Python OpenCV Heap DS

This project implements BFS and Dijkstra's algorithm for path planning a point robot in a 2D workspace with obstacles. The obstacles are represented by the text "ENPM661" with a clearance of 2mm.

Traff Analyser

Traff Analyser

CNN Data Analysis Traffic Patterns

Analyzes traffic conditions using sensor data to predict traffic trends at different junctions using a CNN model.

TCAS System

TCAS System

ROS2 Gazebo C++/Python Nav2

Multi-robot monitoring system that identifies potential junction regions where robots might converge and regulates their passage to prevent close proximity interactions.

Aquatic Classification

Aquatic Animal Classification

Deep Learning MobileNetV2 ResNet50V2

Implemented three Deep Learning Models for aquatic animal classification, comparing accuracy outcomes and creating a web application classifier.

Face Detection Application

Face Detection Application

OpenCV Python Flask

A basic face detection application built using Flask and Haar Cascade Face Detection using Python.

Technical Expertise

As a Robotics Engineer, I specialize in developing autonomous systems and robotic solutions. My expertise spans across programming, robotics frameworks, and creative tools, enabling me to build innovative solutions for complex challenges in underwater and aerial robotics.

Programming & Development

Languages

C++ Python

Web Development

HTML5 CSS3

Database

MySQL

Robotics & Tools

Frameworks

ROS ROS2

Simulation & Development

Gazebo

AI & Machine Learning

Frameworks

TensorFlow PyTorch

Technologies

Computer Vision Deep Learning

Design & Creative Tools

Design Tools

Canva Figma Adobe Illustrator

Media Production

DaVinci Resolve

Certifications & Achievements

MTS EMERGE Cohort

MTS EMERGE Cohort

ROS Development

ROS Certified Developer

Robotics

SAUVC 2022 Finalist