Industrial Internship

Review
BECE399J/ECE1902
INTERNSHIP AT RESEARCH AND
DEVELOPMENT ESTABLISHMENTS (ENGRS),
DRDO, PUNE

PIYUSH SHEWALE (21BEC0446)

B. TECH ECE, SENSE
Certificate issued by the company/course certification
 Brief outline/agenda of the presentation

Internship Objective
Organizational structure
Departments in DRDO
My Department
Technical skills and work ethics developed.
Recent ongoing work in the DRDO and challenges in it
Social and environmental implications of the chosen topic
Machinery or equipment observed, and learnings obtained
Software or learnt
Summary
Internship Objective
• Advanced Localization Techniques: Utilize dual ULAs for improved
sound source triangulation.
• Practical Geometry Definition: Master sound source and ULA geometry
for realistic simulations.
• Wideband Signal Processing: Generate and process wideband signals
with LFM waveforms for GCC-PHAT.
• MATLAB Simulation & Visualization: Simulate sound propagation and
visualize results in 3D.
• GCC-PHAT Algorithm Application: Gain hands-on experience with GCC-
PHAT for DOA estimation (wideband signals).
• Triangulation Methodology: Understand and apply triangulation principles
for sound source localization.
• Results Visualization & Interpretation: Create impactful 3D plots to
communicate localization accuracy.
• MATLAB Coding Proficiency: Strengthen MATLAB coding skills for sound
localization algorithms and simulations.
Organizational structure
 Research and Development Establishments
(Engrs), DRDO, Pune
Mission : Develop advanced engineering
systems for Indian defense forces (Army,
Navy, Air Force)
Expertise:
• Combat Engineering Systems (bridges,
mine warfare)
• Launchers, Ground Support Systems
(weapons programs)
• Field Defense, NBC Protection
• Robotics, Composite Materials, Micro-
Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
 Vision:
Become a world-class Engineering Systems
Laboratory through:
1.Research & Innovation
2.Collaborative Engineering
3.Continuous Improvement

Focus Areas:
1.Mobility & Counter-Mobility Systems
2.Field Defense & Collective Protection
3.Launch Systems (weapons, UAVs)
4.Advanced Composite Materials
5.Robotics & Unmanned Systems
6.Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
7.Specialized Power Systems
8.Specialized Engineering Equipment
Departments in DRDO
DRDO is a network of around 41 laboratories and 05 DRDO Young
Scientist Laboratories (DYSLs). Few of them are:

1.Research & Development Establishment (Engrs) [R&D (Engrs)], Pune

2.DRDO Research & Innovation Centre (RIC), Chennai

3. Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), Hyderabad

4. Defence Research & Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior

5. Defence Institute of Physiology & Allied Science (DIPAS), Delhi

 My Department- Research & Development
Establishments (Engrs)

DEPARTMENT
OF ROBOTICS
I got an oppurtunity to work at Research & Development Establishment (Engrs)
[R&D (Engrs)], Pune. There are several deparments under which R & DE(Engrs).
Here is are few of the departments in R&DE(Engrs):
1.Mobility and Counter-Mobility Systems
2.Field Defence and CBRNe Collective Protection Systems
3. Launch Systems for Weapons and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
4. Robotics and Unmanned Systems
5. Specialized Power Systems and Solutions

I got an opportunity to work at the Department of Robotics and Unmanned

Systems. Some of their Products are:
Daksh ROV: Explores hazardous environments (nuclear, chemical), handles
explosives (stair climbing, 3hr operation)
Netra UAV: Silent surveillance drone (day camera, optional thermal imager)
Daksh Mini CSROV: Confined space exploration and object manipulation (tracked,
100kg)
Daksh Scout SROV: Real-time surveillance with multi-camera control
UXOR: Unexploded Ordnance handling and disposal (remote control, 1km range,
manipulator arm)
Technical skills and work
ethics Developed
 Technical Skills Gained Work Ethic Developed
• MATLAB Expertise: Proficient in • Time Management: Efficient task
core functionalities and advanced prioritization and deadline
toolboxes (Phased Array System, adherence from strict work schedule
Signal Processing)
• Signal Processing • Discipline: Focused work ethic and
Techniques: Applied techniques distraction management due to no
for noise reduction and DOA mobile phone policy
estimation (MVDR, GCC-PHAT • Professionalism: Polished and
algorithms) confident presentation through
• Algorithmic interaction with engineers and
Exploration: Understood strengths professional
standards
communication
and weaknesses of specific
algorithms • Project Management: Effective
project timeline management and
resource utilization within
MATLAB
Recent ongoing work in the
DRDO and challenges in it
Work Stage Focus Challenges

Soldier needs, audio perception

Military Need Identification Diverse combat scenarios
limitations

New technologies (robotics, AI,

R&D External collaboration
sensors)

Design & Development Biomimetic audio perception systems Integrating audio data

Testing & Evaluation Real-world testing, soldier feedback Harsh conditions

Addressing shortcomings, existing

Refinement & Integration Audio data incorporation
systems
 Social and environmental
implications of the chosen
topic
Improved Social Interaction: Robots understand commands, engage in natural
conversation, potentially recognize emotions.
Enhanced Safety & Security: Search & rescue, surveillance, elderly care
monitoring through sound analysis.
Assistive Technology: Object localization, environment awareness for visually
impaired people.
Environmental Considerations:
Potential for increased noise pollution.
Social & Ethical Concerns:
Job displacement in some sectors.
Over-reliance on robots reducing human auditory skills.
Biased AI algorithms if trained on skewed data.
Machinery observed, and
learnings obtained
Machinery & Equipment
Observed
• ROVs: Daksh (IED handling, CBRN
assessment), Daksh Mini (confined
space exploration), Daksh Scout
(surveillance)
• UAV: Netra (silent, long-endurance
surveillance)
• UXOR: Unexploded Ordnance
Handling Robot (remote disposal)
Key Learnings
• MATLAB Expertise
• Audio Perception & Sound
Localization
• Signal Processing Techniques
• Algorithmic Implementation
• Geometric Techniques -
Understanding of Noise Impact
Software Learnt
 Software Learnt: MATLAB
Advanced Toolboxes:
• Phased Array System Toolbox: Simulated sound wave propagation (obstacles, microphone
geometry).
• Signal Processing Toolbox: Performed core signal processing tasks & DOA estimation.
Topics Explored:
• Signal Processing Techniques: Advanced techniques for effective data analysis.
• Direction of Arrival (DOA) Estimation: Crucial for robot navigation and source localization.
Algorithms for DOA Estimation:
• MVDR: Effective for noisy environments.
• GCC-PHAT: More suitable for wideband signals (utilizes time-of-arrival differences).
SUMMARY
 Skills Learnt Areas for Improvement
• Technical Skills: • Deep Learning Integration
• MATLAB Expertise (Core & Advanced • Real-World Data Integration
Toolboxes)
• Collaboration
• Signal Processing (Noise Reduction,
DOA Estimation) • Communication (Technical & Non-Technical)
• Algorithmic Exploration (Strengths &
Weaknesses)
• Behavioral Skills:
• Time Management (Strict Schedule)
• Discipline (No Mobile Phone Policy)
• Professionalism (Engineer Interaction &
Communication)
• Project Management (MATLAB
Resource Utilization)