Notification and sliders

Mechanical Engineering • Industrial Automation • Robotics • ERP & Software Systems

Applied Engineering Projects & Case Studies

Thursday, 11 December 2025

Custom Business Management / ERP Software

Year: 2025

Category: Software Engineering | ERP | Digital Transformation


Overview

Designed and developed a lightweight ERP system for small-to-medium businesses using C# and SQL Server, replacing manual paperwork and spreadsheets.


 IMAGE 1 

 

Figure 1: Secure login interface of the custom ERP system.


Core Features

  • Customer & supplier management

  • Product & inventory tracking

  • Automated invoicing & billing

  • Daily sales and profit dashboard

  • Secure local SQL database


 IMAGE 2 

 

Figure 2: ERP dashboard showing sales, and performance metrics


Technology Stack

  • C# (.NET)

  • Windows Forms / WPF

  • MS SQL Server

  • RDLC / Crystal Reports


Deployment Model

  • Offline EXE installer

  • Local or network-based setup

  • No subscription dependency


 IMAGE 3 

 

Figure 3: Invoice generation and reporting module.


Business Value

  • Reduced paperwork and errors

  • Faster billing and reporting

  • Improved data accuracy

  • Scalable for future customization


Friday, 7 July 2023

Automated LPG Cylinder Handling Sub-System



Figure 1: Automated LPG cylinder handling sub-system integrated with conveyor.

Year: 2023

Category: Industrial Automation | Mechanical Design | Pneumatics


Project Overview

Developed an automation sub-system for LPG cylinder filling lines to prevent cylinder jamming, reduce manual handling, and improve operational safety.


Problem Statement

Defective or deformed LPG cylinders were getting stuck during conveyor transfer, causing:

  • Line stoppages

  • Safety risks

  • Increased manual intervention


Engineering Solution

Designed a pneumatically actuated sliding base mechanism integrated with sensors and control logic to ensure smooth cylinder transfer.


System Components

  • Pneumatic actuators & solenoid valves

  • Proximity sensors

  • Conveyor integration

  • Microcontroller-based control panel

  • Mechanical sliding base structure


My Role

  • Mechanical design & analysis

  • Control logic development

  • Sensor-actuator integration

  • System testing and optimization


Results

  • Operational accuracy improved from ~80% to ~97%

  • Manual handling significantly reduced

  • Enhanced worker safety and line efficiency


Industry Impact

  • LPG filling plants

  • Automated material handling systems

  • Safety-critical industrial automation



Friday, 13 December 2019

Obstacle Avoiding & Manually Controlled Mobile Robot

Year: 2019
Category: Robotics | Embedded Systems | Automation


Project Summary

Designed and built an Arduino-based autonomous mobile robot capable of detecting and avoiding obstacles in real time, with optional manual control via Bluetooth.


 IMAGE 1 

 

Figure 1: Autonomous mobile robot prototype with ultrasonic sensors.


Problem Statement

Enable a mobile robot to navigate unknown environments safely without continuous human supervision.


System Architecture

  • Arduino Uno as main controller

  • Ultrasonic sensors (HC-SR04) for distance measurement

  • Servo motor for environmental scanning

  • L293D motor driver for wheel control

  • Bluetooth module (HC-05) for manual override


 IMAGE 2 




 

Figure 2: Android app


Functional Modes

Autonomous Mode

  • Real-time obstacle detection

  • Automatic direction selection

  • Collision-avoidance logic

Manual Mode

  • Smartphone-based control via Bluetooth

  • User override for navigation


Engineering Highlights

  • Multi-sensor coordination to reduce blind spots

  • Dynamic path decision based on distance comparison

  • Fail-safe reverse and re-routing logic


 IMAGE 3 

 

Figure 3: Block diagram showing sensor, controller, and motor driver integration.


Results

  • Collision-free navigation in dynamic environments

  • Improved maneuvering accuracy

  • Cost-effective and modular robotic platform


Industrial Relevance

  • Inspection robots

  • Hazardous environment monitoring

  • Autonomous logistics systems





Wednesday, 31 August 2016

Wireless Power Transfer System (Prototype)

 

Figure 1: Wireless power transfer prototype with primary and secondary coils.

Year: 2016
Category: Electronics | Energy Systems | R&D


Project Overview

Designed and demonstrated a wireless electricity transfer prototype using electromagnetic induction to power small loads without physical electrical connections.

This project was developed to understand the fundamentals behind modern wireless charging systems.


Engineering Objective

To validate short-range wireless power transmission using low-cost electronic components and demonstrate feasibility for educational and experimental applications.


Technical Approach

  • High-frequency switching circuit using an NPN transistor

  • Primary and secondary copper coils tuned for resonant coupling

  • DC power input (9–12V)

  • Load testing using LED and low-power bulbs



Tools & Components

  • NPN Transistor (2N2222 / BD139)

  • Copper coils (Primary & Secondary)

  • DC Power Supply

  • Passive components (resistors, switch)


Results

  • Successfully powered an LED wirelessly over short distance

  • Stable induction achieved within designed parameters

  • Demonstrated core principles used in commercial wireless chargers


Key Learnings

  • Coil alignment and frequency tuning are critical

  • Power loss increases rapidly with distance

  • Heat management is important for switching components