KARISHMA GIRASE
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ACADEMICS
Degree – Major University Years
MS Electrical Engineering – Communications & Signal Processing Cal State Fullerton, CA Jan 2020 – May 2021 (Expected) ME Electronics Engineering – Digital Systems Pune University, India 2016 – 2018 BE Electronics Engineering Pune University, India 2012 – 2016 TOOLS AND SKILLS
Software Languages /
Tools
C, C++, MATLAB, Python, Verilog, VHDL, TCL
PSpice, PROTEL (Altium Designer), EAGLE, Allergro, OrCAD, Power PCB, Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus II, ADA, Simulink, Multisim, MS word, Excel, PowerPoint. RF Design and Analysis
software / Courses
HFSS, ADS, CST microwave studio, CAD FEKO, IE3D, QRCT, QPST, QXDM, 5G- NR (5G radio planning), Satellite Orbit Analysis Program (SOAP), Satellite Communications Soft Skills Project Management, Strategic Planning, Analytical Thinking, Prototyping RESEARCH PROJECTS
Implementation of wideband square monopole antenna for wireless communication with WLAN (IEEE 802.11b) band notch Pune University – India (Mar 2017 – Jun 2018)
Objective: To design a compact, wideband, cost effective microstrip patch antenna
Outcome:
- Fractional bandwidth of 229% with gain of 2.36 dBi is achieved with overall dimensions of antenna 45 30 mm2
- Comparison of FR4 and RT Duroid 5880 / 5880 LZ substrates
- Implemented DGS, Feed shift and slotting techniques for bandwidth enhancement
Key Concepts learned: RF matching, S-parameter, Smith chart, Non- Linear behavior, Measurements of antenna parameters using VNA and Spectrum analyzers,
Filter rod missing POKA YOKE
BOSCH India Pvt Ltd – Nashik, India (Sept 2015 – May 2016)
Objective: To automate the process of filter pin detection
Outcome: The model was integrated in the assembly line after proving successful in detecting the filter pins
Key Concepts learned: PLC programming and testing, Simatic S7- 300, Wire diagram and panel assembly, project management. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Graduate Research Assistant Dept of Computer Engineering, CSU Fullerton, CA (May 2020 – Present) Instructional Student Assistant Dept of Electrical Engineering, CSU Fullerton, CA (Feb 2020 – Present) RF Engineer Enam Casting Private Limited – Nashik, India (Aug 2018 – Dec 2019)
Test Equipment used: Signal Generator, Spectrum Analyzer, Vector Network Analyzer, Power meter and sensor.
Antenna Test Automation: Gain Measurement, G/T Measurement, Insertion & Return Loss, Co-pole & Cross-pole pattern, Timing Pattern.
RF Hardware debugging and validation.
Deep understanding of cellular technologies including LTE, GSM, CDMA, and Cellular product certification standards. RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
Design of wideband monopole square microstrip patch antenna Feb 2018 Published in International Conference on Communication information and Computing Technology (ICCICT), Mumbai, 2018, pp.1-4, doi: 10.1109/ICCICT.2018.8325886
Bandwidth Enhancement of Square Microstrip Patch Antenna Using Defected Ground Structure Jan 2018 Published in the International Conference on Advances in Communication and Computing Technology (ICACCT), pp. 325-328. doi: 10.1109/ICACCT.2018.8529575
Implementation of wideband square monopole antenna with WLAN band notch Jun 2018 Published in the Proceedings of e-PGPEX 2018, SPPU, Pune, 11th June 2018.
Filter Rod Detection by Using Poka Yoke Jan 2016 Published in International Journal for Scientific Research and Development 3.11 (2016): 466-469 RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Satellite Communications Information Theory and Coding Random Signal Analysis Linear Estimation Theory Spread Spectrum Comms Optics and EM Communications Digital Signal Processing Arch Wireless Sensor Networks Wireless and Mobile Tech PLD’s and ASIC Design VLSI Design Research Methodology