DST-SERB Research Intern
Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation
3 months •
Supervisor: Dr. Vithya Ganesan
Project DOI
Project: Hazard-Free Outdoor Path Navigator for Visually Challenged People
YOLOv8
Computer Vision
Fuzzy Logic
Python
OpenCV
Key Achievements
- Contributed to government-backed DST-SERB research project (Sanction Order: CRG/2022/002437)
- Developed hazard detection system using YOLOv8 for identifying outdoor obstacles
- Implemented classification of obstacles into high, medium, and low-risk categories
- Assisted in implementing Fuzzy Trusted Hazard-Free Routing Path (FTHRP) algorithm
- Played key role in dataset preparation, model evaluation, and optimization
- Integrated computer vision with fuzzy logic for intelligent assistive navigation
Project Outcomes
- Built framework supporting independent mobility for visually impaired users
- Advanced research in inclusive and assistive AI technologies
- Gained experience in structured research workflows and deployment challenges