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2019PC25

Foundation for Sandboxstartup Initiatives

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Neeraj sunil Bhandary	NIDRA - A headband which enables better sleep for healthier tomorrow
2	Deepak Malani	Fitpool - A continuous Wave pools, addresses multiple requirements for therapeutic healthcare, medical, sporting and recreational needs at indoor level.
3	Navajith Padmanabha Karkera	Rapture Aura – High-fidelity, personalized and Immersive headphone with minimized hearing fatigue.
4	Shanthanu Chakravarthy	A compact VR-simulator for training in endoscopy.
5	Vijaya Kumar K	Low cost handloom authentication device development.
6	Sandal Kotawala	Affordable Electronic Low Vision Aid
7	Hemmige Shwethadri Pooja	Thermal Imaging Camera for Emotional Heat Map
8	Padmaraj Pattanashetti	Developing a decentralised urban farming unit where that system is capable of nurturing and growing different varieties of vegetables.
9	Krithika Shetty	The Dysmenorrhea Massager Belt,combines the goodness of heat and vibration therapy with acupressure technique
10	Girish Kumar	Developing an electric vehicle specially developed for agriculture applications and a set of attachments where each attachment can perform a specific agriculture operation
11	Mohammed Umair A.	A automatic machine which can be utilized in post-harvesting of the onions
12	Akshaykumar Sunagar	Swich is an innovative smart electric switch and fan regulator designed for switchboard automation. It offers easy installation in both new and existing homes, enhancing convenience and control.

12 innovators in 2019-2020

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	KOUSHIK R UDUPA	Indigenous designed and developed IoT technology enabled smart irrigation controlling and micro management system for farming
2	Parag Kondhare	Develop an auto soil drenching unit for medium and larger farms
3	Vinayak Ambarish Nanjundappa	Automatic onion peeler is an innovative solution to peel onion without any manual effort
4	Srilekha Munnelli	Developing a point of care device for saliva based electrolyte detection
5	VRUTIK PANCHAL	Working on developing a electric vehicle technology powering multipurpose automated thresher
6	Vinay M Sharma	Switch Mid-drive uses a custom torque sensor to detect the force applied by the rider and the custom motor applies an equivalent torque to assist the rider’s pedalling
7	Sham Prabhakar Gurav	Electric Mobility Vehicle (EMV) is basically an electric wheelchair with enhanced features for disabled people
8	Sharmistha Mondal	Development of a pain-free sanitary pads with medicinal properties to provide relief from dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) and other menstrual discomforts.
9	Vishnu Priya Padmanaban	Its costs effective, minimize biowaste disposal burden and alternate for energy intensive sterilization procedure. Now we are upgrading the product to SMART wear using embedding technology & IoT.
10	Umesh Suryanarayana Rudrapatna	Building sustainable transportation infrastructure is a global issue of high concern, and a key component of UN development goals 3, 9 and 11. Current and proposed public and private

10 innovators in 2021-2022

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Mr.Utkarsh Sinh	The smart solid-state temperature controller enhances the functionality of mushroom growing machines by providing precise temperature regulation. It also includes a capacity increment feature, improving efficiency and optimizing growing conditions.
2	BG Seetharaman	Sustainable packaging paper made from agricultural waste offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional packaging materials. It utilizes waste products from farming, reducing environmental impact while promoting resource efficiency.
3	Dr. Raghu Raman Sekhar	Intelligent Battery Management Systems (BMSs) optimize the performance, safety, and longevity of batteries used in electric vehicles and stationary energy storage. They monitor and manage battery health, charge levels, and temperature, ensuring efficient energy use and preventing overcharging or overheating.
4	Akhil D Prabhu	A single-source solution for motors and controllers featuring optimized motor construction for enhanced reliability and efficiency. This system integrates a motor controller with an adaptive algorithm for superior thermal and performance management, ensuring optimal safety and efficiency.
5	PRASHANT CHITAPUR	A pain management device that blends advanced technology with an intuitive design. Utilizing Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy, it provides targeted, customizable pain relief, empowering users to manage their pain and regain their freedom.
6	Anitha Nayak	A project focused on utilizing Construction and Demolition (C&D) waste in 3D concrete printing, aiming to promote sustainability by repurposing waste materials for innovative, eco-friendly construction solutions.
7	Inderan Kannan	Climec Labs leads the way in innovative sustainability solutions, specializing in air quality and carbon neutrality for businesses. Our approach integrates hardware-based air quality monitoring with advanced carbon capture systems, achieving higher efficiency than natural oxygen generation.
8	Gauravjwal Kundu	This project focuses on creating an automated inspection machine designed for the precise inspection of pharmaceutical injectables.
9	VIPIN K V	The project aims to tackle challenges in smart and precision agriculture by introducing an advanced robotic solution for outdoor farms. The standout feature is its dual robotic sprayer arms, offering independent and simultaneous control for precise spraying, ensuring optimal coverage and efficiency
10	Gaurang Bindal	This project aims to develop a high-performance battery pack with an IoT-enabled Battery Management System (BMS) compliant with AIS 156 norms. It features advanced thermal management using thermal blocks, PCM, and liquid cooling to prevent cell-to-cell propagation, efficiently dissipate heat, and minimize thermal runaway risks.
11	Namruta Y	Savoricious is an innovative food and beverage company focused on creating health-conscious products that meet the changing tastes and nutritional needs of consumers. With a strong commitment to quality, flavor, and wellness, we strive to deliver unique offerings that set new industry standards.
12	Sudesh Sehtty	This nozzle is used to transfer fluidic fuel at high pressure and low temperatures with two innovative elements. First, This has multi stage safety locking mechanism ensuring safe and fool proof dispensing. Secondly, the nozzle is designed for efficient functioning mitigating the icing problem of -40C.

12 innovators in 2022-2023

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Phalgun Vyas	Cooling Wearables for people working in hot environments
2	Harsh Chordia	Evoxia Labs is creating AgroWorks - cost-effective, home-compostable bioplastics derived out of agricultural residues.
3	ALAN THOMAS SHAJI	AI-powered smart waste bins with automated sorting, making waste disposal efficient, engaging, and sustainable.
4	Nikitha Shriyan	"AI enabled wireless patch embedded nano-sensors a decentralized testing (POC) and patient self testing for diabetes mellitus using mobile phone application. "
5	Ashok Gorre	Multi purpose utility farm vehicle (spraying, weeding,seeding,life saving irrigation)
6	Pahal Garwa	Transforming waste into high performance bio polymer based agri inputs with zero carbon emission upcycling process.
7	Akash Singh	Unbubble offers sustainable, biodegradable protective packaging solutions that replace plastic with planet-friendly alternatives.
8	Nimish Nama	Reimagining Weather Intelligence with Space, Physics, and AI; Building proprietary multi-sensor data to bridge critical observation gaps.
9	Chetan Patil	The construction industry is a major contributor to environmental degradation, responsible for 38% of landfill waste, 23% of carbon emissions, significant water consumption (350 liters per square meter), and substantial energy consumption (1-3 kilowatt-hours per square meter per month).
10	Pradyumn Vaishnav	Redefining the discovery and extraction of critical resources on and off-Earth.
11	Jyotirmoy Dutta	developing a fixed-wing UAV with ultra-short takeoff/landing under 70 ft, and drop pod delivery, enabling 30 kg payload over 200 km at 8x lower cost than VTOL drones. This innovation allows precise deliveries without landing, making aerial logistics practical for mid-mile and rural supply chains.

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