About Me

Hi! I'm Vishnu Mandala, a Robotics Engineer and recent graduate from the University of Maryland, College Park with a Master’s in Robotics Engineering. My expertise lies at the intersection of robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems, focusing on perception, planning, and control.

I have developed intelligent robotic systems using ROS/ROS2, designed deep learning-based AI solutions, and implemented reinforcement learning algorithms for navigation and decision-making. My experience spans mobile robotics, manipulators, autonomous navigation, and industrial automation, with a strong foundation in robot modeling, simulation, and embedded systems.

My work has been instrumental in projects such as autonomous robot navigation, industrial automation, AI-driven perception systems, and adaptive control algorithms, leveraging tools like PyTorch, TensorFlow, OpenCV, and SLAM frameworks. I am passionate about building efficient, scalable, and intelligent robotic solutions that push the boundaries of automation and real-world deployment.

Tech Stack Usage Across Projects

Python

95%

Jupyter Notebook

80%

C++

70%

CMake

65%

Shell

50%

MATLAB

60%

CSS

40%

HTML

40%

JavaScript

40%

Ruby

30%

LIDAR

65%

ROS/ROS2

85%

SolidWorks

70%

OpenCV

80%

TensorFlow/Keras

70%

PyTorch

65%

SLAM

80%

Gazebo

75%

PID Control

70%

Kalman Filtering

70%

CARLA Simulator

50%

Raspberry Pi

65%

Programming Languages

Python Python
C++ C++
C C
Bash Bash
JavaScript JavaScript
MATLAB MATLAB
CUDA CUDA
Kotlin Kotlin
HTML HTML
CSS CSS

My core languages for software development, robotics, and AI applications.

AI & Machine Learning

PyTorch PyTorch
TensorFlow TensorFlow
Keras Keras
Scikit-learn Scikit-learn
Pandas Pandas
NumPy NumPy
Matplotlib Matplotlib

My preferred tools for machine learning, deep learning, and data analysis.

Robotics Frameworks

ROS/ROS2 ROS/ROS2
Gazebo Gazebo
OpenCV OpenCV

Essential frameworks for robotics development, simulation, and computer vision.

Productivity Tools

Photoshop Photoshop
Google Workspace Google Workspace
Microsoft Office Microsoft Office

Essential tools for documentation, collaboration, and content creation.

Development Tools

Git Git
Docker Docker
Linux Linux
CMake CMake
VSCode VSCode
Jupyter Jupyter
Raspberry Pi Raspberry Pi
Arduino Arduino
Windows Windows

Essential tools for version control, development environments, and build systems.

CAD & Simulation

SolidWorks SolidWorks
ANSYS ANSYS
Fusion 360 Fusion 360
AutoCAD AutoCAD
Creo Creo
Inventor Inventor

Tools for mechanical design, FEA analysis, and 3D modeling.

Timeline

Robotics Intern

March 2025 — Present

RoBuildX Inc. (Remote)

Designing a robotic transport system for modular SIP panels by developing CAD models and integrating edge-mounted grippers, actuators, and sensors on a rail-guided AMR, enabling reliable stacking and streamlining logistics in residential construction

Graduate Teaching Assistant

August 2023 — December 2024

Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland

Delivered hands-on instruction in SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor to over 600 students, improving design accuracy by 25% through advanced CAD lectures, targeted feedback, and collaboration with faculty on grading and assessments

Assistant Operations Manager

June 2023 — December 2024

Conferences and Visitor Services, University of Maryland

Directed linen operations across 120+ programs, implementing a custom database to maintain 100% inventory tracking accuracy, achieve a 50% cost reduction, boost efficiency by 30%, and supervise a team of 25 members

Master of Engineering in Robotics

January 2023 — December 2024

University of Maryland, College Park, MD
GPA: 3.91/4.0

Coursework: Perception and Planning for Autonomous Robots, Robot Modeling and Controls, AI and Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Manufacturing Robotic Systems, Rehabilitation Robotics

Bachelor of Technology in Mechatronics

July 2018 — July 2022

Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology, India
GPA: 7.84/10

Coursework: Kinematics and Dynamics of Machinery, Robotics and Automation, CAD/CAM, Finite Element Methods, Motion Control Design, Switching Theory and Logic Design, Microprocessors and Microcontrollers, Fundamentals of IoT, MEMS, Material Science, Automotive and Manufacturing Processes, Automobile Engineering, Operations Research


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