Karan Kulkarni

Design Engineer, Musician & Audio Enthusiast

MEng Design Engineering at Imperial College London. Passionate about AI, Robotics, and Automation. Blending innovative design with cutting-edge technology to create impactful solutions.

About Me

Hi! I'm Karan Kulkarni, and I'm in my final year of my MEng in Design Engineering at Imperial College London. I'm passionate about AI, Robotics, and Automation, with a deep interest in blending innovative design with cutting-edge technology.

My diverse experiences in both software and hardware engineering have equipped me with the skills needed to excel in developing holistic and impactful solutions. From creating medical devices and wireless charging solutions to working on sustainable energy systems, I thrive on solving complex real-world problems.

Beyond engineering, I'm a passionate musician and audio enthusiast with a Trinity Grade 8 in Guitar. I explore the intersection of music and technology through composition, production, and machine learning applications in audio.

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Skills & Expertise

CAD & Design

  • Fusion 360
  • Solidworks
  • 3D Printing (FDM/SLA)
  • Laser Cutting
  • Prototyping

Programming

  • Python
  • JavaScript
  • HTML/CSS
  • React
  • Next.js

Analysis & Simulation

  • Ansys
  • FEA
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Battery Circuits
  • Electronics

Languages & Music

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Music Production

Professional Experience

Data Pipeline & Automation Engineer

HotelMap.com

London, UK

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Building Agentic AI workflows for large-scale data extraction. Developing automated data pipelines and implementing AI-driven solutions for efficient data processing and workflow optimization.

Agentic AIData PipelinesAutomationLarge-Scale Data ExtractionAI WorkflowsPython

Mechanical Design Engineer

Dalkia Energy Services (EDF)

London UK

April - October 2024

Worked on decarbonizing large-scale hospitals through heat pump integration. Documented technical works for earlier projects and contributed to sustainability initiatives.

Mechanical DesignHeat Pump SystemsCADTechnical DocumentationSustainability

Website Developer

ViralFission

Mumbai, India

July - September 2022

Developed responsive websites for multiple client IPs at a digital marketing firm. Implemented modern web technologies and created user-friendly interfaces.

JavaScriptHTML/CSSWeb DevelopmentResponsive Design

Featured Projects

A selection of design engineering projects showcasing my work in product design, prototyping, and user-centered solutions.

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Self-Sensing Room Acoustics (Final Year Project)

Developed a microphone-free room calibration system using back-EMF signals from loudspeakers to detect acoustic room modes. Achieved 3.26 Hz mean absolute error compared to industry-standard Room EQ Wizard across 6 different acoustic environments.

PythonDSPFFT AnalysisSignal ProcessingAudio EngineeringResearch
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midistudio - Interactive Music Creation System

Built an accessible music-making interface using Arduino and ultrasonic sensors for gestural control. Features procedural audio generation in REAPER with real-time Max/MSP visuals, allowing non-musicians to compose unique music through hand gestures.

ArduinoREAPERMax/MSPMIDIPhysical ComputingProcedural Audio
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Wireless IEM Rig - Professional In-Ear Monitor System

Designed a complete professional-grade wireless in-ear monitoring rack for live performances. Features custom signal routing, mixing, RF transmission (Behringer X-Air XR18), and REAPER playback integration for touring musicians.

Live SoundSignal ProcessingAudio InterfaceRF TransmissionSystems Design
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Spiata - Aerodynamic Mini-Supercar Design

Designed and CFD-analyzed a mini-supercar inspired by the Mazda Miata MX-5 and McLaren Speedtail. Used Fusion 360 for advanced surface modeling and Solidworks for comprehensive computational fluid dynamics analysis to optimize drag coefficient.

Fusion 360SolidworksCFDSurface ModelingAerodynamicsFlow Analysis
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BEE - Safe Wireless Charging Device

A theft-protected wireless charging device for public spaces using vacuum suction technology. Features Qi wireless charging, Bluetooth control via smartphone app, and linear actuator mechanism.

CAD3D PrintingLaser CuttingBluetoothPrototyping
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ROMEEM - Wrist Arthritis Exercise Device

Range of Motion Extension Exerciser Machine to restore wrist mobility for arthritis patients. Uses servo motors, LCD display, and custom UI/UX for guided therapy exercises.

CADElectronicsServo MotorsUI/UXBattery Design

Music & Audio

As a musician and audio enthusiast, I explore the intersection of technology and creativity - from composition and production to machine learning applications in audio processing.

Music Production

Composition and production exploring various genres and techniques.

Performance

Trinity Grade 8 certified in Rock & Pop Guitar.

ML in Music

Exploring machine learning applications in music production and composition.

Articles & Blog

Writings on music technology, production techniques, and AI in music.

Read my articles on music production, ML applications, and creative techniques on the blog!

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Bored? Play Some Games! 🎮

Take a break and test your skills! From classic games to 3D physics simulations, explore interactive experiences that showcase creative coding. Procrastinate productively! 😄

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Get In Touch

Let's work together

I'm always open to discussing new projects, creative ideas, or opportunities to be part of your vision. Feel free to reach out!

Location

London, UK

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