Hi, I'm Tarun!
Hello! I'm currently immersed in the dynamic world of electro-mechanical systems and energy systems. I have a Master's degree from UC Berkeley concentrating in Robotics & Autonomous Systems and a B.S in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Mechatronics from Cal Poly SLO. My specialization revolves around the exciting realms of autonomy, robotics, and electro-mechanical systems. Reach out if you'd like to learn more!
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About
Autonmous Systems & Robotics
My specialization revolves around the exciting realms of autonomy and robotics, areas that resonate deeply with cutting-edge developments in the tech industry. I've had the privilege of delving into a diverse range of courses and engaging in personal projects that have broadened my knowledge base and sharpened my skills.
Mechanical Engineer
I'm a mechanical engineer that has experience in designing and prototyping parts and assemblies for manufacturing and assembly. I have a robotics and mechatronics background allowing me to bridge the gap between mechanical, electronics, and the software realms.
Cars & Sports
I'm a passionate gearhead love everything about cars, from motorsport to working on them. I love to go on spirited drives with friends and I also love to watch and play sports such as basketball and soccer to keep my mind relaxed.
Projects
RL-SNN for Quadrupeds
Teaching a quadruped robot to walk using a spiking neural network based architecture.
- Robotics/Controls
- Python
- RL
- stable_baselines3
- SNN
- mujoco
RL vs. MPC Racing
Comparing the performance of MPC based and RL based racing agents around a simulated racetrack.
- RL
- Python
- MPC
- stable_baselines3
- autonomous driving
- ppo
- f1tenth
SpotMini
This is a project where a preliminary mini version of Boston Dynamic's walking robot was created.
- Robotics/Controls
- Python
- ROS
- Embedded Systems
Self-Leveling Camera Tripod
This is a project was a self-leveling and auto panning camera tripod that features a custom made PCB and custom written code in C++.
- C++
- PCB CAD
- Mechatronics
- Fusion 360
- Finite State Machines
Battleship Turret
Designed, built and programmed a robot that would be able to a game of Battleship using ping pong balls as the projectiles.
- Python
- Mechatronics
- Solidworks
- Finite State Machines
Education & Experience
Solidworks
Fusion 360
Siemens NX
Eagle PCB
MATLAB
Python
ROS
Rapid Prototyping
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PyTorch
Hardware Debugging
Source Control
Mainspring Energy
Fleet Ops & Analytics Engineer
September 2024 -
- Manage the remote operation and troubleshooting of Mainspring Energy's growing fleet of Linear Generators (LGens), ensuring optimal performance
- Apply systems engineering principles across electro-mechanical, software, and energy systems to optimize and improve fleet performance
- Enhance operational efficiency through automation, developing Python-based tools for data analysis and workflow improvements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including O&M, controls, & mechanical, to streamline service activities and improve overall system reliability
UC Berkeley, MPC Lab
Graduate Student Researcher, UC Berkeley MEng Capstone
August 2023 - August 2024
- Development of real-time MPC controller based on vehicle energy model to increasing energy efficiency for self-driving
- Deploying python based MPC controller and planning algorithms on a Hyundai EV to validate, electro-mechanical integration
- Focus on building multilayered controller to use traffic light state data to create velocity trajectory to send to lower level controllers
- Created MATLAB & python-based (numpy, pandas, scipy) pipeline to develop vehicle energy model using extensive vehicle data
Daimler Truck North America
Mech.E Intern EV Platforms
June 2022 - September 2022
- Developed a python based framework ultizing data science libraries to understand EV perform
- Applied research insights to create physics and data-driven models for electric vehicle energy consumption
- Received Siemens NX training; utilized it to design bracketry and routing for eB2 electric school bus platform updates
UC Berkeley
Masters
August 2023 - May 2024
- MEng, Robotics & Autonmous Systems (ME)
Cal Poly SLO
Undergrad
September 2019 - June 2023
- B.S Mechanical Engnieering, concentration in mechatronics