Mechanical Engineering Graduate.


About Me
I’m Ishani Prabhudesai, a mechanical engineer and robotics enthusiast currently pursuing a graduate degree in Robotics & Control at Columbia University. My work blends mechanical innovation with AI-powered autonomy, aiming to build sustainable technologies that expand the boundaries of what machines can do.
With hands-on experience in ROS (Robot Operating System), mechatronics, and kinematics, I’ve contributed to exciting innovations from designing a high-speed quadruped robot with agile joints, to building an autonomous waste-collecting boat using eco-friendly materials.
I’m especially passionate about merging technology with environmental impact. Many of my projects focus on sustainability, exploring bio-based materials and efficient mechanical systems to address real-world challenges.
When I’m not prototyping or tinkering with robots, you’ll likely find me at the gym or immersed in art, music, or exploring good food in NYC and Mumbai!
My Experience
2025
2024
2022
2022
2021
2020
My Education
2024 - 2025
Columbia University
GPA - 3.5/4
2019 - 2023
Sardar Patel College of Engineering, Mumbai
CPI - 8.83/10
Converted GPA - 3.75/4
2020 - 2022
2017 - 2019
S.S. & L.S. Patkar College of Arts & Science, Mumbai
Percentage – 87.56%
2007 - 2017
Yashodham High School and Junior College, Mumbai
Percentage – 93.6%
Recent Projects
From early prototypes to full-fledged designs, this collection captures the hands-on, iterative journey of my mechanical engineering projects across both degrees and beyond.