I am Harsh Senjaliya, and I am currently pursuing a Master of Engineering in Robotics at the University of Maryland, College Park. My focus lies in computing, automation, and intelligent systems—crafting and refining algorithms that bring bold ideas to life.

Before arriving at the University of Maryland, I earned my B.Tech. in Mechatronics Engineering from Uka Tarsadia University in Bardoli, India. During my time there, I built a strong engineering foundation through courses such as Control System Engineering, Hydraulics and Pneumatics, Machine Component Drawing, Microprocessor and Microcontroller, Numerical Methods, Switching Circuits and Logic Design, and Theory of Machines. These subjects not only sharpened my technical skills but also fueled my enthusiasm for innovation and problem-solving.

I had the privilege of interning through the MITACS Globalink Research Internship (GRI) program at the AIES Lab (Dalhousie University) with Dr. Ahmad Al-Mallahi, where I explored the fascinating field of precision agriculture. This experience allowed me to tackle real-world challenges facing the modern farming industry. I also collaborated with Dr. Pooja Shah from PDEU and Dr. Paresh Gujarati from CGPIT on “Optimization of Rocker-Bogie Mechanism Using Heuristic Approaches,” and later investigated deep learning techniques in “A Comparative Study on Modern Deep Learning Architectures for Predicting Nutritional Deficiency in Rice Plants,” supervised by Asst. Prof. Kirti Bardhan from NAU and Dr. Pooja Shah.

Whether I am optimizing robotic designs or pushing the boundaries of AI, I am always eager to learn, create, and make a positive impact. If you would like to connect, collaborate on a project, or chat about all things robotics, please feel free to reach out—I would love to hear from you!