The Team
Kunal Shrivastava
Co-Founder
MSc. Robotics ETH Zurich
B.Tech Electrical IIT Roorkee
A Computer Vision and Drone expert with strong industry experience, as well as a solid research background in building AI systems. This combination of expertise brings unparalleled reliability to all the projects SUIND undertakes. He has an unquenchable passion for advancing the field of computer vision and robotics, from theoretical work to real-life applications that can solve some of the most pressing challenges our planet faces today.
Kevin Kleber
Co-Founder
MSc. Robotics ETH Zurich
BSc. Mechatronics ETH Zurich
As a Robotics Engineer specializing in drones, computer vision, planning, and control, he is passionate about using technology to make a positive impact on the environment and ensure sustainable agriculture to feed the world. His expertise in robotics is focused on helping farmers across the globe increase their yields and reduce their environmental impact. He is constantly driven by the challenge of creating innovative solutions to complex problems.
Alexander Held
Machine Learning Lead
MSc. & BSc. Mechanical Engineering ETH Zurich
An experienced AI and deep learning specialist committed to revolutionizing agriculture through innovative solutions. Leading machine learning efforts at SUIND, he focuses on developing AI-based crop protection systems. He channels his
technical expertise into crafting solutions that nurture growth and sustainability, driving positive impact in agricultural practices.
Ashish Ranjan Jha
AI Advisor
MSc. Computer Science EPF Lausanne
B.Tech Electrical IIT Roorkee
A machine learning expert and author of two books on the subject. With a deep understanding of the power of artificial intelligence, Ashish has dedicated his career to exploring its potential. His work is unlocking the true potential of AI in agriculture, leading to significant advances in the industry.
K Chetan Kumar
Mechatronics Engineer
B.Tech Mechatronics Engineering
REVA University Bengaluru
A mechatronics engineer with a strong background in controllers and sensor interfaces. His expertise lies in connecting the intelligence of drones to the physical world, allowing them to navigate and perform tasks in a variety of environments. His passion for mechatronics and drones drives him to constantly seek out new challenges and opportunities to push the boundaries of what is possible with these technologies.
Axel Wagner
Robotics Engineer
BSc. Mechaninal Engineering ETH Zurich
Visionary tech trailblazer and eco-conscious AI enthusiast, he excels in cutting-edge innovations in robotics and vision. Driven to tackle challenging projects with significant, positive impacts, he contributes to our sustainable tech revolution. Fuelled by a passion for learning and automating the world around us, he is dedicated to making a difference. Outside the realm of AI, he embraces his adventurous spirit as an avid climber, exploring and cherishing the wonders of nature.
Nikhil Praveen
Robotics Engineer
B.Tech Mechaninal Engineering Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Nikhil is a proficient Mechanical Engineer, holding a degree from Ramaiah Institute of Technology. His strong background in engineering, coupled with his enthusiasm for vision systems, autonomous technologies, and robots, enables him to develop innovative solutions that drive the industry forward. In addition to his technical prowess, Nikhil is also a skilled marketer, adept at promoting and communicating the value of our cutting-edge products and services. As a key asset to our team, Nikhil's dual strengths in engineering and marketing play a vital role to bringing SUIND's vision into the world.
Davide Scaramuzza
Advisor AI
Ph.D. Robotics and Computer Vision ETH Zurich
A professor of robotics and perception at the University of Zurich, where he conducts research on the use of standard and neuromorphic cameras for autonomous navigation of drones. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field, including the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society Early Career Award and the Misha Mahowald Neuromorphic Engineering Award. In addition to his academic work, he has co-authored a book on autonomous mobile robots and over 100 papers on robotics and perception, and co-founded two ventures focused on visual-inertial navigation solutions for mobile robots. He is widely recognized for his pioneering work in visual odometry and visual-inertial-SLAM-based autonomous navigation of micro drones, which led to Meta Zurich and the Meta Quest VR headset.