Sandeep Reddy Baddam
Learn About Me
Get To Know Me
I am a graduate student at the University of Washington specializing in Robotics and AI. My research work is focussed on planning and control in building production level quality algorithms. I believe my approach in providing efficient solutions at the right time defines me the most over my academic excellence and merit scholarships.
With the skills and experience I have obtained so far, I like to apply them to deal critical problems in projects through creativity. I can confidently say that I am organized and flexible to work independently as well as in a team.
If you are seeking a collaborative and creative problem-solver who communicates effectively, I look forward to an opportunity to speak with you. You are invited to explore my work below.
Experience
What I’ve Done
June 2022 - Present
Software and Field Test Engineering Intern, DARPA RACER Program, UW
Currently, working on planning and control for Level 4 autonomous high-speed off-road vehicle
Contributing algorithms for handling terrain elevation in a model predictive local planner, recovery mode, and autonomy status.
April 2017 - February 2020
Captain, Designer and Driver at Off-road Racing - Team Spardhak, NIT Warangal
Captained 25-member team
Gave seminars on vehicle dynamics | Developed graphical visualization to get the running status of the vehicle in the race
Developed problem-solving skills, strong critical thinking under pressure through the experience in race driving and team collaboration
January 2022 - June 2022
Graduate Student Researcher
Autonomous Systems @ Ultra Precision Controls Laboratory, UW
Worked on path planning via vision for non-linear models using Feedback Linearization
Wrote obstacle avoidance algorithm to maintain multi-robot formation while navigation
Achieved making robots track each other in visually defined paths using computer vision and sensor fusion techniques
Built state-space models for different objectives and obtained stable PID along with UI development
January 2021 - July 2021
Research and Development, Graduate Engineer
Bajaj Auto Limited, Pune, India
Discovered and validated a technique to find the precise cabin volume of any closed car
Developed an algorithm with Python to find optimum HVAC design parameters
Validated in real-time for different cars using data acquisition system | Validation Accuracy: > 95%
Academic Experience
My Studies
September 2021 - March 2023
Master's Degree, University of Washington - Seattle
Doing specialization in Robotics | CGPA: 3.99/4.0
Course Work: Machine Learning, Applied Parallel Computing, Computer Vision, Linear Systems Theory (including Linear Algebra), Automatic Control, Mechanical Engineering Analysis (ODEs and PDEs)
August 2016 - August 2020
Bachelor's Degree, NIT Warangal
Mechanical Engineering - Merit Scholarship Holder | CGPA - 9.34/10.0
Course Work: Numerical and Statistical Methods, Transformation Techniques, Problem Solving and Computer Programming, Mechatronics, Innovative Design, Dynamics of Machinery, Kinematics of Machinery, Finite Element Method, Innovative Design, Project Management, DFM, CAD/CAM
My Skillset
My skills have been built up over years of professional work experience as well as research and simple observation. I have a great balance between industry-specific skills and soft skills, which means I have what it takes to do brilliant work and make a contribution to any team. If you’re interested in getting to know more about me, and the skills I possess, get in touch. I’d love to discuss with you all the tools, skills and more I can put to use for you.
Creativity, Innovation and Leadership
I am good at involving and contributing in high-level projects with consistency.
Full Stack Robotics Understanding
Worked closely with Perception, Planning, and Control as part of Level 4 autonomy research at UW.
"Believe you can and you're halfway there"
Theodore Roosevelt
