ABOUT ME
I am Leela Krishna Vemulapalli, a third-year mechanical engineering student with a strong passion for drone technology, robotics, and simulations. I'm eager to improve my technical skills and dive deeper into ROS 2, PX4, GAZEBO and UAV development through research and internships.
Currently serving as the President of YugTronix, our university's first robotics club, I lead a team developing quadcopters and other autonomous systems. My ultimate goal is to work on autonomous drones and bring innovative ideas to life in this field.
I believe in the power of continuous learning and innovation to solve real-world problems through engineering excellence.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A snapshot of my journey in robotics, research, and leadership
EXPERIENCE
Research Experience
May 2025 - June 2025
Research Intern
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad)
Completed an internship on Stereo Vision-Based Obstacle Detection and Depth Estimation with Distance Measurement under the guidance of Dr. R. Prasanth Kumar. The work involved developing stereo vision algorithms for real-time obstacle detection and depth estimation, contributing to research in mobile robotics and SLAM-based robotic systems at IITH.
Leadership Experience
May 2025 - Present
President
YugTroniX Robotics Club, UCEK-JNTUK
Leading the university's first robotics club, overseeing quadcopter development projects, mentoring team members, and driving innovation in autonomous systems.
August 2024 - May 2025
Vice President
YugTroniX Robotics Club, UCEK-JNTUK
Assisted in establishing and growing the robotics club and led the quadcopter development team.
Coordinator Roles
Present
Technical Coordinator
Torque 2K25 - National Level Technical Symposium
Managing technical aspects of the symposium, coordinating events, and handling social media outreach for the national-level technical event.
September 2024 - Present
Website Coordinator
IIPE JNTUK Student Chapter
Developed and maintain the official website for the IIPE student chapter, improving online presence and member engagement for 150+ members.
PUBLICATIONS
Research contributions and academic publications
Collaborative Outdoor Terrain Mapping via Real-Time Multi-Robot SLAM
Conference: INaCoMM 2025
Status: Accepted for Presentation
Research on multi-robot SLAM and stereo vision-based obstacle detection for GPS-denied environments using ROS2 and Raspberry Pi 5.
Expected Publication: December 2025
EDUCATION
B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
University College of Engineering, Kakinada (UCEK) - JNTU Kakinada
Intermediate (MPC)
N K R Junior College - BIE, Andhra Pradesh
Secondary School Certificate (10th)
Rama Krishna High School - BSE, Andhra Pradesh
ACHIEVEMENTS
KEATS Scholarship
Awarded a ₹20,000 scholarship from KEATS organization for being a top meritorious student in Mechanical Engineering (Jan 2025)
INNO-V8 Innovation Fund
Two projects accepted under the INNO-V8 Innovation Fund (Feb 2025):
- Power-Harvesting Drone Prototype
- Wildlife Monitoring UAV System
SPARKS Program
Selected for the SPARKS program by Subbu Kota Foundation, working on an autonomous power-harvesting drone (Jan 2025)
TECHNICAL PROJECTS
Engineering and robotics projects
Power-Harvesting Drone Prototype
Working with a team to develop a drone that can harvest power from high-voltage power lines using electromagnetic induction. Designing the gripper mechanism for safe power extraction and simulating power transfer efficiency and flight stability.
Tools: MATLAB,Simulink, ROS 2, Python, QGroundControl
Wildlife Monitoring UAV System
Working on developing an autonomous quadcopter for wildlife monitoring, surveillance, and anti-poaching applications. The system integrates real-time object detection, aerial navigation, and mission planning for effective monitoring in forest regions.
Tools: Mission Planner, QGroundControl, Fusion 360, ROS 2, OpenCV, YOLO, Python
YugTroniX Quadcopter Development
Leading a team in the design and development of a quadcopter at UCEK-JNTUK. Working on implementing new technologies for the drone's movement and control while coordinating with different teams for smooth integration.
Tools:Fusion 360, Mission Planner
Visit YugTroniXWEB DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
Websites and digital platforms developed
Torque 2K25 Digital Platform
Managing technical aspects and social media for Torque 2K25, a national-level technical symposium. Developing promotional materials, event registration systems, and maintaining online presence across multiple platforms.
Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, GSAP, Three.js
Role: Technical Coordinator & Social Media Manager
Visit WebsiteIIPE Student Chapter Website
Developed and launched the official website for the IIPE (Indian Institute of Production Engineers) student chapter at UCEK. The website serves as the central hub for over 150 members, featuring event management, member registration, and resource sharing.
Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Responsive Design
Visit WebsiteYugTroniX Club Website
Created the official website for YugTroniX, UCEK's first robotics club. The platform showcases club projects, provides learning resources, and facilitates member collaboration. Integrated modern design with interactive elements.
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