Early Academic Pursuits :

He commenced his academic journey with a Bachelor's in Electronics and Communications from the Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad. He then pursued a Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IITK), focusing on the design and development of an autonomous lightweight powered paraglider. This academic pursuit laid the groundwork for his future explorations in aerospace systems and autonomous flight technologies.

Professional Endeavors :

His professional career has been characterized by a diverse spectrum of roles and experiences. His journey embarked with roles at esteemed organizations such as VTOL Aviation Pvt. Ltd. and the Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL). Prashant's tenure at Bharat Heavy Earth Movers (BEML) involved the design and development of an indigenous tactical UAV, showcasing his expertise in hybrid UAVs and system identification techniques.

Contributions and Research Focus :

His contributions span a range of research domains, prominently in Flight Dynamics & Control, Aircraft/UAV Design, System Identification/Parameter Estimation, and Neural Networks/AI/Machine Learning. His Ph.D. thesis at IITK, titled "Estimating Linear and Non-linear Aerodynamic Parameters for Manned and Unmanned Aerial Systems using Neuro Artificial Bee Colony Fusion Algorithm," exemplifies his in-depth research in the field of aerodynamics, emphasizing the integration of AI-based algorithms for parameter estimation in aerospace systems.

Accolades and Recognition :

Throughout his academic and professional journey, He has garnered recognition for his innovative work. His contributions in the development of new products and technologies for defense manufacturing, as evidenced during his tenure at Larsen & Toubro and the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor, underscore his commitment to innovation and technological advancement in the aerospace sector.

Impact and Influence :

His influence is demonstrated through his numerous roles, from Senior Project Executive Officer to Associate System Engineer at Boeing India Private Limited. His hands-on experience in system analyses, safety assessments, and collaboration on aerospace engineering projects has left a tangible impact on the development and safety standards within the industry.

Legacy and Future Contributions :

Notable Publications :

• Selection of size of battery for solar powered aircraft
• Detection and estimation of natural gas leakage using uav by machine learning algorithms
• Real-time object detection and recognition using fixed-wing Lale VTOL UAV
• Dynamic waypoint navigation and control of light weight powered paraglider
• Real-time vision-based tracking of a moving terrain target from Light Weight Fixed Wing UAV using gimbal control
• Low-cost smart surveillance and reconnaissance using VTOL fixed wing UAV
• Simulation and Analysis of Spring Based Transverse Axis Sensing MEMS Capacitive Accelerometer
• Sensor Based System Identification in Real Time for Noise Covariance Deficient Models.
• Nonlinear model-predictive integrated guidance and control scheme applied for missile-on-missile interception
• Longitudinal Aerodynamic Parameters Estimation using Machine Learning with Neuro Artificial Bee Colony Fusion Algorithm. (NABC)