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2021PC34

COEP's Bhau Institute of Innovation Entrepreneurship and Leadership

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Shalmali Kadu	Building a real-time water quality monitoring system for industries and government.
2	Ronit Nandeshwar	Developing a device to measure primary vitals of the patients such as body temperature, blood pressure, SpO2, ECG, Blood glucose level within seconds.
3	Ronak Mistry	Designing pollution-preventing technologies promoting the usage of cleantech and sustainability to tackle environmental issues.
4	Shanmukh Peddi	Working on systems for guiding the nanorobots to their targets deep inside the human body.
5	Nikhil Mahajan	Developing Stackable BMS Solution for Industrial Lithium ion Batteries.
6	Pravin Hujare	Building a robot that crawls through the pipes and which cleans, paints and inspects the inner surface of the pipe & will save time and human effort
7	Sonali Weljali	Electric tiller for all kind of Intercultural operations and precision sowing.
8	Aniket Dandge	Developing Advance mechanism for road maintenance by using techniques of road recycling.
9	Abdul Qader Javed	Working on the device which can automate certain operations of edge joining in sewing industries.
10	Atul Kherde	Developing and commercializing BedWalky, a patented anti-thrombotic device which will help to avoid blood stagnation in the legs of bed-ridden patients by working the calf-muscle-pump.
11	Sarika Pathak	Developing Sustainable solution to current menstrual hygiene.
12	Bhimashankar Wangaskar	Developing advanced cooling products and solutions, working on passive cooling technology and utilizing the potential of phase change materials for heat transfer.
13	Maithilee Kamble	Orobot is dedicated to accelerating the robotic revolution in industries, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and driving cost reductions. By integrating cutting-edge robotics, the company aims to streamline processes and enable businesses to achieve higher productivity at lower costs.
14	Taufiq Mulla	The startup aims to introduce automatic dress pattern cutting technology, revolutionizing the tailoring business by significantly increasing production rates. This innovation will empower tailors to meet higher demand, especially during festive seasons, and help them capture business that may have otherwise been lost due to slow manual processes.

14 innovators in 2021-2022

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Param Nagvenkar	The project will focus on the design, simulation, and manufacturing of prototypes for 20kW and 30kW axial flux motors, aiming to advance motor technology for higher efficiency and performance in various applications.
2	Aishwarya Edakhe	KSPL develops empathetic product solutions tailored to the needs of seniors, enhancing their everyday lives through innovative designs. INLOO, is a self-lifting toilet attachment aimed at making home life easier for elderly individuals in India. The startup KSPL is dedicated to creating "age-proof living for all.”
3	Sujata Sudhir Agashe	Tarang transforms conventional meters into smart meters, enhancing energy monitoring capabilities with advanced data collection and remote management features
4	Ritika Patil	The startup is developing a diagnostic kit specifically designed for infertile women, offering an innovative solution to identify underlying causes and support timely medical interventions. This product aims to empower women by providing accessible, accurate diagnostics to aid in their fertility journey.
5	Sneha Bhapkar	The startup is revolutionizing the server industry by creating low-carbon footprint servers powered by ARM processors, offering up to 20x savings on electricity bills. With optimized software and comparable performance to Intel servers, the innovation not only reduces costs but also contributes to a greener future.
6	Sagar Ghode	The startup is developing a tractor-mounted agricultural ground vegetables digger, capable of efficiently harvesting a variety of crops like onions, potatoes, garlic, and turmeric. The Multicrop Digger Machine is designed to work across different plantation types, improving productivity and reducing manual labor.
7	Syed Shahabaz	Surface Moto is making strides in the electric vehicle sector by combining cutting-edge technology with world-class R&D. Their focus on design, performance, and efficient production enables them to create top-tier electric bicycles tailored for the Indian market, backed by prestigious institutions and global expertise.
8	Rohan Shende	A pellet 3D printer lies in its utilization of raw plastic pellets as the feedstock for 3D printing, instead of traditional filament spools. Offering cost efficiency, material versatility, faster print speeds, reduced waste, and scalability.
9	Mayur Pawar	Wingrow Agritech is innovating in the healthy snack space by developing millet-based ready-to-eat products in collaboration with rural Women Self Help Groups. Their use of vacuum frying and ongoing development of a centrifugal machine to reduce oil content by up to 90%
10	Omkar Rajesh	The venture tackles floral waste by extracting essential oils, reducing carbon emissions and manufacturing costs. Its decentralized rural manufacturing model supports sustainability while serving markets like perfumes, incense, and cosmetics. This innovative approach fosters environmental impact, economic empowerment, and scalable solutions for a greener future.
11	Yogesh Patil	Design & Development of Dragon Fruit Pulp Extraction Machine
12	Harshada Kamble	Atmocure’s eco-friendly, water-based ductless kitchen chimney with carbon capture technology revolutionizes indoor air purification while reducing outdoor pollution. Eliminating external venting, it filters harmful emissions at the source. This breakthrough extends to air purifiers, positioning Atmocure as a leader in sustainable, climate-focused air purification solutions for healthier living spaces.
13	Santosh Chavan	Remote sensor-based automatic sprayers are designed to solve problems encountered during spraying, such as time consumption, lack of labor availability, uneven and improper spraying, and health hazards. Additionally, heavy and costly spraying machines are currently available in the market.

13 innovators in 2022-2023

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Tanay Nakhale	The Life Saving Intelligent Projector Headlights use a smart shutter mechanism to eliminate high-beam glare, enhancing night-time road safety. Affordable and energy-efficient, they offer a scalable solution for all vehicles, including EVs. This innovation improves visibility, reduces accidents, and makes advanced lighting technology accessible beyond premium vehicle segments.
2	Pranav Patel	Our innovative BLDC motor design incorporates CRGO material using a segmented tooth structure, enhancing efficiency by 5-8%. This reduces carbon footprint, improves cooling with a hollow shaft and fins, and minimizes flux leakage. Additionally, our method cuts material waste by 50%, lowering manufacturing costs while maximizing performance.
3	Tushar Sharma	Our high-performance fabric integrates superior absorbency and antimicrobial technology, enhancing hygiene and durability for medical, consumer, and industrial applications. It reduces bacterial growth, extends product lifespan, and lowers maintenance costs. Sustainable, soft, and cost-effective, it’s ideal for hospital linens, activewear, bedding, and more, ensuring comfort, safety, and efficiency.
4	AMOL ASHOK CHOUGULE	Innovator is developing an innovative hybrid inverter with flexible battery storage to prioritize renewable energy (solar, wind) over fossil fuels. It intelligently shifts between sources based on load demand and battery levels. This outdoor power solution can save ~1800 kg CO₂ annually by replacing 2 hours/day of petrol generator use.
5	Munish Kumar	Mechanical grippers for amputees use linkages and force transmission for task-specific grips, without relying on EMG sensors. Lever or tension-based actuation enables controlled motion. Modular, 3D-printed designs allow quick swaps, ensure secure gripping, and optimize strength, weight, and durability, enhancing usability across diverse tasks with minimal user effort.
6	Rohit Gambhire	catalytic liquefier is advance solution for reducing petrol diesel enc engine gases alternative of catalytic converter.
7	Rabindra Pratap Singh	Clairifier helps people breathe pure and pollution-free air in Outdoor and Large indoor spaces. Our flagship product, Airlinic, extracts dust and soot particulates from the air with its revolutionary, patentable Automatic Self-cleaning and Multi- layer filtration system with Compact design and high area capacity .
8	Rishi Rathi	A breakthrough carbon removal solution enhances municipal wastewater treatment by adding alkaline minerals to convert CO₂ into stable bicarbonates. This scalable method reduces ocean acidification and captures carbon durably. Key innovations include a precision dosing system and automated MRV using IoT sensors for real-time, verifiable carbon sequestration.
9	Akshay Devalkar	CATR (Conservation Agriculture Technique for Rice) is 0-till rice cultivation method that eliminates plowing & transplanting. It reduces production costs by up to 40% & water usage by 40%. The technique, which can be performed by 2 people, also increases crop yield by up to 22% and improves soil health.
10	Sharayu Shrinivas Jorapur	This project aims to create sustainable acoustic panels from agricultural waste like coir and hemp, using a patented natural binder. These panels are a green alternative to conventional materials because they are biodegradable, have low VOC emissions, and are mechanically strong. The panels use Helmholtz resonance for sound absorption

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