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Rakesh Kanjilal

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An innovative and detail-oriented postgraduate student pursuing a Master’s degree in VLSI Design and Embedded Systems at the National Institute of Technology Sikkim. Possess a robust foundation in Electronics and Communication Engineering with a Bachelor’s degree from Mizoram University (Central). Demonstrated expertise in circuit design, embedded systems, and IoT through hands-on projects and internships. Proficient in a variety of software tools including Cadence, Calibre, AMD VIVADO, VCS, TCAD Sentaurus, and COMSOL Multiphysics, complemented by skills in Python, C, TCL and hardware troubleshooting. Adept at integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications in electronic sensors and hardware design.

Academics

2023 - 2025

Master of Technology

VLSI and Embedded System

National Institute of Technology, Sikkim

(An Institute of National Importance)

Skills: Cadence, TCAD Sentaurus, Xilinx Vivado, Analog Circuit & Layout Design, Verification, RTL Design

2020 - 2023

Bachelor of Technology

Electronics and Communication Engineering

Mizoram University

(A Central University)

Skills: COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, Device modelling and Analysis

2017 - 2020

Diploma in Engineering

Electronics and Tele-Communication Engineering

Falakata Polytechnic Institute (Government of West Bengal)

Skills: IoT, Arduino IDE, Proteus

Training Experience

Vocational & Industrial Trainee

Organizations: Prasar Bharati, DDK Santiniketan & Pie Infocomm Pvt. Ltd.

(October 2019 & June 2021)

Description:
Prasar Bharati: Hands-on experience with broadcasting and telecommunications technologies.
Pie Infocomm: Gained skills in software development and remote technical support.

Skills

Web Development, Python, C, Verilog, VHDL, TCL.

  • Technical Software: Cadence design suite, Calibre, AMD Vivado, TCAD Sentaurus, COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, Proteus.
  • Computers: Hardware Assembling, Technical Problem solving, Installation, Operating Systems (Windows, Linux - Redhat, Kali, Ubuntu), System Administration, Network Security, Network Administration.
  • IoT & Embedded Systems: Arduino IDE, IoT components, Integration for real-life applications.
  • Soft Skills: Communication, Team Work, Critical thinking and problem-solving, Leadership.
  • Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel (Advanced level).

Academic Projects & Works

“Smart Robo-Car” controlled by Voice Command

Diploma (2019)

Made an Arduino-based Robo-car automated by voice command like movements (speed, rotations). Did the project for the partial fulfillment of my diploma in engineering.

“Smart Irrigation System with GSM” & “4 Way Pedestrian Traffic System”

Pie Infocomm Pvt. Ltd. (2021)

During the internship, after training, completed two projects on “Embedded System” & “IoT” respectively. The main objective for the “Smart irrigation system with GSM” was to make a system that can monitor the whole agricultural properties like soil moisture, sensing the water tank, and decide what to do based on the sensor reading as well as notify the farmer with the proper status of the field through SMS.

The second project, the “4 Way Pedestrian Traffic System,” was a model to reduce road accidents and a solution for pedestrian deaths due to the traffic control system.

Analysis of Capacitive Micromachined Ultrasonic Transducer

Graduation (2023)

Got the opportunity to be Part of a research-based project during graduation under the guidance of the project co-ordinator funded by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Designed CMUT (Capacitive Micromachined Ultrasonic Transducer) cell in COMSOL Multiphysics Software, analyzed cell behavior and properties, and later published my work.

Master’s (Pursuing)

(2023-2025)

Designed fundamental analog circuits, including Inverter, Common Source Amplifier, Current Mirror, Operational Amplifier, Differential Amplifier, and Low Noise Amplifier, as well as various components of Phase Locked Loop (PLL). Optimized these circuits using the SCL 180nm technology node in Cadence, developed layouts, and performed verification with Calibre (Mentor Graphics).

In the digital domain, designed I2C, ALU, 16x4 memory, and various gates. Additionally, designed and analyzed the behavior of MOSFET, HEMT, and FinFET devices using TCAD Sentaurus. Currently focusing on the design and implementation of Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC).

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