HOD’s Desk
It
gives me immense pleasure to present to you the May 2025 edition of the
Department of Electrical Engineering Newsletter.
This
edition reflects a remarkable blend of emotions, accomplishments, and
aspirations. The farewell to our 26th batch was not merely a send-off, but a
celebration of their four-year journey filled with learning, growth, and
transformation. Witnessing our students take confident strides towards their
professional careers fills us with pride and hope.
Equally
heartening was the active involvement of our alumni in guiding their juniors,
the celebration of placements, and our initiative to recognize the
contributions of parents behind each student’s success. These gestures go a
long way in strengthening the academic and emotional fabric of our department.
I am
especially proud of our student contributors who have taken the lead in
technical writing and innovation. The project featured in this issue is a
testament to the practical problem-solving approach we aim to nurture among our
students.
Let us
continue fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and excellence. I urge
all students, faculty, and alumni to stay connected, stay curious, and stay
committed to the values that make our department truly exceptional.
Congratulations to all the stakeholders for Accreditation by the National Board of Accreditation!
We are
delighted to share that six departments of our institute — Electrical,
Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electronics & Telecommunication, and Information
Technology — have been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA)
up to the year 2028.
This prestigious accreditation is a testament to the quality of our
teaching-learning processes, student placements, and holistic development, made
possible through the constant support of our stakeholders, including parents,
students, industry partners, employers, alumni, and our dedicated faculty
members.
On
behalf of the Department of Electrical Engineering, we extend heartfelt
congratulations to each and every one of you who
contributed to this achievement.
Thank
you for being a part of this journey toward excellence!
Department Events
🎓 Farewell to the 26th Batch – A Memorable Send-off! on03/05/2025 🎉
On 3rd
May 2025, the Department of Electrical Engineering bid a heartfelt farewell to
our Final Year students, marking the graduation of the 26th batch of the
department.
The event
was gracefully organized by the EFFECT student body with enthusiastic support
from Third Year students. It was a beautiful blend of emotions, gratitude, and
celebration of achievements.
💬 On this special occasion, guidance and best wishes were shared by Dr.Ravindra Munje
– Head of Department, Prof. Sudhir Shinde – Class Coordinator (A Division),
Prof. AtulShewale – Class Coordinator (B Division), Dr.Saravanan – T&P
Coordinator, Prof. Chetan Gadge – EFFECT Coordinator and Ms. Ranjana Gaikwad.
Students
also took the opportunity to reflect on their four-year journey, sharing
heartfelt experiences and expressing gratitude towards the department and
faculty.
🏅The department proudly felicitated students for their outstanding
academic and co-curricular achievements during the academic year 2024–25,
celebrating their excellence and dedication.
Wishing
the graduating students all the very best for the future. May you illuminate
the world as bright as the sparks of knowledge you carry! 💡⚡
Guidance from Alumni: Empowering Final Year Students for Placements!
On 12th
April 2025, the Department of Electrical Engineering had the pleasure of
hosting an insightful interaction session for our final-year students, led by
our brilliant alumni Mr.
Vishal More (2023–24 batch). Mr. Vishal shared his experiences, preparation strategies, and valuable
tips to help students gear up for the upcoming Training and Placement
activities. His guidance offered a real-world perspective and boosted the
confidence of our aspiring engineers.
We truly
appreciate their continued connection with the department and their willingness
to give back. The interaction was coordinated by Dr.Saravanan S.
Student Corner
Student Placement:
The
following students are placed in various multinational companies.
Congratulations to all the students!
Placed
Students Details (May 2025)
|
Sr. No. |
Name of the Student |
Package |
Placement Date |
|
Aniket Ganesh Puse |
4.5 |
09/05/2025 |
|
|
2. |
ChandrakantBhagwanPatil |
4.5 |
09/05/2025 |
|
3. |
HitenSomnathDhatrak |
4.5 |
09/05/2025 |
|
4. |
Mayur Sunil Bunge |
4.5 |
09/05/2025 |
|
5. |
PranavDnyaneshwarKhule |
4.5 |
09/05/2025 |
|
6. |
Shubham Sanjay
Lokhande |
4.5 |
09/05/2025 |
|
7. |
OmkarPradipOzarkar |
3.6 |
18/05/2025 |
|
8. |
RigvedaNatrajRao |
6 |
20/05/2025 |
|
9. |
PawanDhulajiGowardhane |
3 |
22/05/2025 |
Celebrating Success!
On 28th April 2025, the Training and Placement
Office of our institute organized a heartwarming Felicitation Ceremony for the
placed students at the prestigious Aurangabadkar Hall, Public Library, Nashik. A total of 16 students from the Department of Electrical
Engineering were honored along with their proud parents in this memorable program. It was a moment of immense pride and joy to witness the achievements of
our students, a testament to their hard work, perseverance, and guidance from
faculty and mentors.
A few parents and students shared their
heartfelt experiences and gratitude, making the event even more inspiring and
emotional.
A Proud Moment: Felicitation Ceremony for TejasKathe’s Parents
On 28/05/2025, Dr.Ravindra Munje
and Dr.Saravanan S felicitated the parents of Mr. Tejas Kathe for his successful placement in a multinational
company.
This gesture was a tribute to the vital role that parents play in a
student’s academic and personal growth. Their constant encouragement, values,
and unwavering support have been instrumental in Tejas’s achievement. Recognizing the family behind the success reinforces the belief
that education is a shared journey — one that thrives through collaboration
between institutions and families. Heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Tejas Kathe
and his proud parents! Wishing him continued success in this new chapter of his
professional life.
A Proud Moment: Felicitation Ceremony for Omkar OZARKAR’s Parents
On 28/05/2025, Dr.Ravindra Munje
and Dr.Saravanan S felicitated the parents of Mr. Omkar OZARKAR for his successful placement in a multinational
company.
This gesture was a tribute to the vital role that parents play in a
student’s academic and personal growth. Their constant encouragement, values,
and unwavering support have been instrumental in Omkar’s achievement.
Recognizing the family behind the success reinforces the belief that
education is a shared journey — one that thrives through collaboration between
institutions and families.
Heartfelt congratulations to Mr.
Omkar OZARKAR and his proud parents! Wishing him continued success in this
new chapter of his professional life.
Senior Speak 2025: Final Year Students Inspire the Next Generation!
On 7th May, our Final Year students took the
initiative to interact with First Year students across all divisions in a
special 'Senior Speak' session. They shared their experiences, insights, and
guidance to inspire the juniors and help them envision an electrifying future
in Electrical Engineering! ⚡
It was heartening to see the spirit of
mentorship and camaraderie, as seniors passed on valuable advice about
academics, projects, internships, and the wide career opportunities the field offers. Such peer-led initiatives build a strong departmental culture and create
lasting connections!
Proud Moment for K. K. Wagh Institute!
Our proud alumnus from the Electrical
Engineering Department, Mr. NileshGaikwad, a distinguished
para-badminton player, has been honored with the Shiv Chhatrapati Award,
Maharashtra's highest state sports award!
👏
He was felicitated by Hon. Governor, CM ShriDevendraFadnavis, and Dy.
CM ShriAjitPawar.
🎖️
Govt. of Maharashtra has also directly appointed him as Assistant Sports
Development Officer.Recently, Nilesh visited our institute and was felicitated
by our Director, Dr.KeshavNandurkar. Dr.RavindraMunje (HOD Electrical) and
ShriSarangNaik (Sports Director) and Dr.Ajinkya Joshi were present
at that time.
💐We
are immensely proud of Nilesh’s achievements and wish him even greater
milestones ahead!
News Paper Cutting
Student Article
Temperature-Based Fan Speed Controller Using Arduino
Jadhav Pratiksha Dattatray. SY-BTech (Electrical)
jpratiksha3101@gmail.com
This project introduces a
temperature-based fan speed controller using an Arduino microcontroller. As
demand grows for energy-efficient and automated devices, temperature-controlled
systems offer an effective solution for managing power consumption and maintaining
environmental comfort. The fan speed controller uses an LM35 temperature sensor
to detect real-time temperature levels and adjust the fan speed accordingly.
This system is particularly useful
in applications where maintaining a specific temperature range is crucial, such
as in computers, mixers, oven HVAC systems, and electronic device enclosures.
Additionally, the project is cost-effective, straightforward to implement, and
adaptable for various temperature ranges by simply adjusting the Arduino code.
This makes it an ideal.
1. Introduction:
With advancements in
technology, managing temperature efficiently has become essential in both
household and industrial applications. Many electronic devices, from computers
to HVAC systems, generate heat during operation, and if this heat is not
controlled effectively, it can lead to issues like reduced performance,
overheating, and potential hardware failure.
A temperature-based
fan speed controller is an efficient solution, allowing fans to adjust their
speed according to the temperature, providing cooling only when needed.
Traditionally, fans operate at a constant speed regardless of temperature
changes, leading to excessive energy use, increased noise, and faster wear. In
contrast, a temperature-controlled fan system can regulate speed based on the
temperature of the environment, ensuring cooling as needed. This adaptive
approach conserves energy, extends fan life, and maintains a stable environment
for electronic components.
This project focuses
on developing a temperature-based fan speed controller using the Arduino
microcontroller. By using an LM35 temperature sensor, the Arduino reads
real-time temperature data and uses Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) to adjust the
fan speed. When the temperature rises, the PWM signal increases, causing the
fan to spin faster; as the temperature decreases, the fan slows down, saving
energy and reducing noise.
This system has wide-ranging applications in areas where temperature control is crucial, such as in computers, power supplies, and electronic enclosures. The Arduino-based temperature controller is not only cost-effective and easy to implement but also customizable for different environments. This project demonstrates how simple microcontroller-based systems can create smarter, energy-efficient solutions in temperature management.
2. Problem Identification:
In
various applications such as computers, home appliances, and industrial
systems, electronic components generate significant heat that can impair performance
and shorten their lifespan if not managed properly. Traditional cooling fans
often operate at a constant speed regardless of temperature fluctuations, which
leads to excessive power consumption, increased noise levels, and unnecessary
wear on the fan.A temperature-based fan speed controller, however, can adjust
fan speed according to the real-time temperature, optimizing cooling only when
needed and contributing to energy efficiency, noise reduction, and enhanced
component longevity. The objective of this project is to design a
temperature-based fan speed controller using an Arduino microcontroller.
This system will dynamically regulate fan speed based on
real-time temperature readings, providing an efficient, automated solution for
cooling applications. Specifically, the Arduino will read temperature data from
a sensor.
3. System Overview:
A temperature-based fan speed controller using an Arduino adjusts the speed of a fan depending on the temperature in its surroundings. This system is efficient and saves energy by only increasing fan speed when necessary. Here’s how it works:
Components Required:1. Arduino (e.g., Arduino Uno)2. Temperature Sensor (e.g., LM35)3. DC Fan or PWM Fan4. NPN Transistor5. Resistors (for transistor or MOSFET base/gate)6. Diode (e.g., 1N4007, to prevent back EMF from the fan) Power Supply (for fan if it operates at a different voltage than the Arduino) 8. Breadboard and Jumper Wires
4. Result:
Fig 2. Project photo of IoT-based air quality
monitoring system
InFig.2 a
temperature-based fan speed controller using an Arduino adjusts the speed of a
fan depending on the temperature in its surroundings. This system is efficient
and saves energy by only increasing fan speed when necessary.
5. Conclusion:
This project elaborates on the design and construction of a fan speed control system to control the fan speed at room temperature. The temperature sensor was carefully chosen to gauge the room temperature. Moreover, the fan speed will increase. The system performs very well for any temperature changes and can be classified as automatic control.
6. Future Scope
The project will concentrate on an electric
standard fan rather than another type of fan such as a ceiling fan. We can
monitor more parameters like humidity, and light and at the same time control
them. Integration with remote location using mobile or internet.
Using technology, we can be able to draw graphs of variation in these parameters using the computer. If the temperature exceeds the limit; a call will be dialed to the respective given number by an automatic Dialer system.
