HOD Corner
It is a matter of great pride to present the November 2025 Newsletter of the Department of Electrical Engineering. This issue highlights the academic activities, technical events, student achievements, and outreach programs conducted during the month, reflecting the department’s commitment to quality education and holistic development.
I sincerely appreciate the efforts of our students and faculty members for their active participation and notable achievements in academics, placements, competitions, and social initiatives. I also commend the newsletter committee for their dedicated efforts. Let us continue to work together with enthusiasm, innovation, and excellence to reach greater milestones.
Department Events
Expert session on “Transformer Testing " by Mr. S.S.Pawar, MSETCL, Nashik, on 14th November 2025
An Expert lecture has been arranged by EFFECT
On-Campus of electrical department on "Transformer Testing" for Second
Year Electrical Division: A and B students
and staff of the department on 14/11/2025. Resource Person: “Mr. S.S.Pawar”,
MSETCL, Nashik. Total No. of Students present = 120. The expert lecture on
“Transformer Testing” organized by EFFECT On-Campus for Second Year Electrical
students provided valuable practical knowledge and industry-oriented insights.
Students understood different transformer testing methods, including polarity
test, open-circuit test, short-circuit test, and insulation resistance test,
along with the purpose and significance of each. The lecture also helped
participants learn proper testing procedures, safety measures, and standard
practices followed in professional electrical laboratories. Additionally, the
session enhanced their ability to evaluate transformer performance, estimate
efficiency, and identify possible faults through test results. Overall, the lecture
strengthened students’ understanding of real-time testing equipment and its
applications in power systems.
Mini Project Competition for Second Year Students held on 10th and 11th November 2025!
The Department of Electrical Engineering successfully organized a Mini Project Competition for Second
Year students under the subject Analog
and Digital Circuits on 10th and 11th November 2025.
The event aimed to enhance students’ practical understanding, innovation,
and hands-on learning through creative circuit-based projects.
Dr Prashant Kushare, Chairman, IET Nashik Local
Network, as the Chief Guest, along
with Dr. Ravindra Munje.
Student Corner
Proud
Moment for the Department!
We are
delighted to share that our student, Dhande
Mayur, has been placed in a Multi-National Company for the academic year
2025-26.
This
achievement reflects his hard work, dedication, and perseverance throughout his
journey. It also motivates his peers to aim higher and prepare themselves for
exciting career opportunities ahead.
Wishing Mayur all the very best as he begins this new chapter of professional growth and success!
Proud Moment for the Department!
We are
delighted to share that our student, Chetan
Sunil Chavan, has been placed in a Multi-National Company for the academic
year 2025-26.
This
achievement reflects his hard work, dedication, and perseverance throughout his
journey. It also motivates his peers to aim higher and prepare themselves for
exciting career opportunities ahead.
Wishing Chetan all the very best as he begins
this new chapter of professional growth and success!
Proud Moment for the Department!
We are
delighted to share that our student, Umesh
Zade, has been placed in a Multi-National Company for the academic year
2025-26.
This
achievement reflects his hard work, dedication, and perseverance throughout his
journey. It also motivates his peers to aim higher and prepare themselves for
exciting career opportunities ahead.
Wishing Umesh all the very best as he begins
this new chapter of professional growth and success!
Proud Moment for the Department!
We are
delighted to share that our student, Asmita
Pathade, has been placed in a Multi-National Company for the academic year
2025-26.
This
achievement reflects his hard work, dedication, and perseverance throughout his
journey. It also motivates his peers to aim higher and prepare themselves for
exciting career opportunities ahead.
Wishing Asmita all the very best as he begins
this new chapter of professional growth and success!
Proud Moment for the Department!
We are
delighted to share that our student, Mistry Harshal, has been placed in a
Multi-National Company for the academic year 2025-26.
This
achievement reflects his hard work, dedication, and perseverance throughout his
journey. It also motivates his peers to aim higher and prepare themselves for
exciting career opportunities ahead.
Wishing Harshal all the very best as he begins
this new chapter of professional growth and success!
Industry Exposure Visit to Nashik Transformer Industries – S.Y. B.Tech. Electrical Engineering
The Department of Electrical Engineering organized an industrial visit
for S.Y. B.Tech. Students at Nashik Transformer Industries, MIDC, Satpur,
Nashik, on 6th November 2025.
During the visit, Mr. Jaydev
Vaidande provided valuable insights into various stages of transformer
manufacturing — including stacking of laminations, coil winding, assembly,
testing, insulating oil processing, adherence to IS standards, turns ratio, and
voltage ratio calculations.
This hands-on exposure helped students connect theoretical learning with
real-world industrial practices.
The visit was coordinated by Prof.
Atul Shewale and Prof. Sudhir Shinde,
whose efforts made this learning experience possible.
Empowering Communities through Energy and Education Awareness!
The Department of Electrical Engineering has proudly offered a course on
“Energy and Education Awareness Program”
for third-year students this semester — a unique blend of technical learning,
community outreach, and sustainability action.
As part of this course, students were divided into teams and carried out
a series of impactful field activities that connected classroom knowledge with
real-world applications.
To prepare students for effective engagement, five expert sessions were
organized on:
Every student took an oath to save electricity at home.
Encouragingly, 5 building chairmen expressed interest in adopting solar
systems.
20 farmers agreed to implement solar solutions in their farms.
Through these initiatives, our students contributed meaningfully toward
achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
This course not only strengthened students’ technical and communication
skills but also nurtured a deep sense of social responsibility and
environmental consciousness.
Proud Moment: Students Selected for State-Level Aavishkar!
Proud to share that Sejal Sachin Kumbhare, Pratiksha M. Jadhav, Vikrant Harne, Shivam
Gaikwad, and Omkar Bankar have
been shortlisted for the State Level
Round of Aavishkar!
Your dedication, hard work, and innovative thinking have brought you to
this remarkable milestone. Wishing you all the very best for the upcoming
round—may you shine even brighter and inspire many others!
Keep up the excellent work and continue pushing boundaries!
Proud Achievement: NPTEL Winter 2025 Topper!
Congratulations to Mr. Soham Parwate for securing the #Topper rank in the NPTEL Winter 2025 examination!
Your hard work, consistency, and passion for learning have
truly paid off. This achievement reflects your strong dedication to academic
excellence and continuous upskilling.
Wishing you even greater milestones ahead. Keep shining and
inspiring!
Proud Achievement: 2nd Rank at University-Level Chess Tournament!
Our student Ms. Darshana Gawarle (T.Y. Electrical –
Division A) has secured 2nd Rank in the Intercollegiate Chess Tournament at the
University Level!
Your
dedication, focus, and strategic thinking truly paid off, Darshana!
Heartiest
congratulations on this wonderful achievement — you’ve made us all proud!
Proud Moment for Team Nemesis Karting!
Team Nemesis Karting from K K Wagh Institute of Engineering Education
and Research, Nashik, achieved an impressive 4th Rank in The IKR - Indian Karting Race (IKR) 2025, held
at CoASTT High Performance Centre, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, from October
30th to November 3rd, 2025.
The team bagged multiple prestigious awards:
Cross pad Runner-up
This multidisciplinary team included talented students from various
departments.
We are proud of our Electrical Engineering students, Manish Ahire, Mahesh Hire, Abhinav Amol
Keshewar, Shantanu Nigal, Ayush Lohakare, and Navnath Bhende, for their
valuable contribution to this remarkable achievement!
Heartiest congratulations to the entire team for their hard work, innovation, and excellence!
Faculty Corner
Global Alumni Connect: K. K. Wagh Education Society Meet in London
We are pleased to share that K.
K. Wagh Education Society successfully organized an Alumni
Meet on 2nd November 2025 at St. Ermin’s
Hotel, Westminster, London.
The event brought together our
distinguished alumni for an evening filled with fond memories, meaningful
networking, and inspiring interactions. It was truly heartening to witness our
alumni, who are excelling in their respective fields across the globe,
reconnect and celebrate their shared journey.
📸
Presented here is a glimpse from the memorable evening — a group photograph
capturing our alumni family in London. We extend our heartfelt best wishes to
all our alumni for continued success and growth in their professional
endeavors.
Invitation to Visit Our Stall at AIMA Index 2025
K K Wagh
Education Society is proud to participate in AIMA Index 2025 as a
#Knowledge_Partner.
As part of
this initiative, innovative students’ projects from K K Wagh Institute of
Engineering Education & Research will be showcased at our dedicated stalls.
📍 Stall Numbers: F5 & C59
📅 AIMA
Index 2025
We warmly
invite students, faculty members, industry professionals and all the
stakeholders to visit our stalls to explore cutting-edge ideas, interact with
our talented students, and experience the spirit of innovation that drives us.
Your
presence will motivate our young innovators and strengthen our commitment to
quality engineering education.
We look
forward to welcoming you!
IET K K
Wagh Expo K K Wagh Institute of Engineering Education and Research
Student Article
IR
PROXIMITY SENSOR
SY-B, (Electrical)
kdagrawal370624@kkwagh.edu.in
Nowadays, automation and safety
systems play an important role in industries, homes, and public places. To
detect the presence or movement of an object without physical contact, IR
Proximity Sensors are widely used. These sensors work on the principle of
infrared radiation and are commonly used in obstacle detection and object
sensing applications.
An IR Proximity Sensor consists of
an IR transmitter and an IR receiver. The transmitter emits infrared rays
continuously. When an object comes near the sensor, these IR rays strike the
object and are reflected to the receiver. The receiver detects the reflected
rays and converts them into an electrical signal.
Based on the received signal
strength, the system determines whether an object is present or not. The output
of the IR proximity sensor is then given to a controller or indicator circuit.
When an object is detected within a predefined range, the system activates an
output device such as an LED, buzzer, or relay.
IR Proximity Sensors are widely used
in automatic doors, obstacle detection robots, parking systems, hand sanitizer
dispensers, and security systems. Due to their low cost, simple construction,
and reliable performance, IR proximity sensors are ideal for short-range
detection applications.
Thus, the IR Proximity Sensor
provides an efficient and contactless method for object detection, making it
suitable for automation and safety-based projects.
1.1 Introduction:
An IR Proximity Sensor is an electronic device used to detect the
presence of an object without making physical contact. It works based on the
principle of infrared (IR) radiation. These sensors are widely used in
automation and safety systems to sense nearby objects.
The sensor consists of an IR transmitter and an IR receiver. The
transmitter emits infrared rays continuously. When an object comes close to the
sensor, the IR rays are reflected back and received by the receiver. Based on
this reflected signal, the sensor determines whether an object is present or
not.
IR proximity sensors are commonly used for obstacle detection, automatic
doors, counting systems, line-following robots, and security applications. Due
to their low cost, simple design, fast response, and contactless operation,
they are highly suitable for short-range object detection.
Thus, the IR proximity sensor plays an important role in modern
electronic and automation-based systems.
Problem Identification:
In many applications, such as industrial automation, security systems,
and public facilities, there is a need to detect the presence of objects or
obstacles without physical contact. Traditional detection methods like
mechanical switches and manual monitoring are not reliable, as they involve
wear and tear, slow response, and human error.
In environments where frequent object detection is required, using
contact-based sensors can lead to damage, maintenance issues, and reduced
system life. Additionally, manual supervision is inefficient and cannot provide
continuous monitoring.
Therefore, there is a requirement for a low-cost, fast, and contactless
sensing solution that can reliably detect nearby objects and trigger an
appropriate response. This problem can be effectively addressed by using an IR
Proximity Sensor, which detects objects using infrared radiation without
physical contact.
1.2 System Overview:
Figure 1.1 shows that the IR Proximity Sensor system
is designed to detect the presence of a nearby object without physical contact
and provide a visual and audible indication. The system is powered using a 9V
battery and is built on a breadboard using simple and low-cost electronic
components.
The system mainly consists of an IR transmitter LED, an
IR receiver (photodiode or phototransistor), an LM358 operational amplifier, a preset
(variable resistor), an LED indicator, and a buzzer. The IR transmitter
continuously emits infrared rays. When an object comes close to the sensor,
these rays are reflected back and received by the IR receiver.
The received signal is given to the LM358 comparator
circuit, where it is compared with a reference voltage set using the preset. If
the reflected IR signal exceeds the set threshold, the comparator output
becomes high. This output activates the LED and buzzer, indicating the
detection of an object.
Thus, the system provides a simple and effective
method for proximity detection and can be used in applications such as obstacle
detection, security systems, and automation projects.
1.3 The
need of air quality monitoring system:
In many practical applications, there is a requirement
to detect the presence of objects or obstacles without making physical contact.
Manual monitoring and mechanical switches are not as efficient as they are
slow, prone to errors, and involve wear and tear due to continuous usage.
IR proximity sensors provide a reliable and
contactless method for object detection. They help in improving safety by
preventing collisions and accidents in automated systems. These sensors are
fast in response and suitable for environments where frequent detection is
required.
The use of IR proximity sensors also reduces human
effort and increases system efficiency. Due to their low cost, simple design,
and easy implementation, IR proximity sensors are widely used in automation,
security systems, and industrial applications.
Thus, the IR proximity sensor is needed to achieve
accurate, fast, and non-contact detection in modern electronic systems.
1.4 Conclusion:
The IR proximity sensor provides a simple and
effective solution for detecting nearby objects without physical contact. It
works on the principle of infrared radiation and offers fast and reliable
object detection.
Due to its low cost, simple construction, and easy
implementation, the IR proximity sensor is widely used in automation, safety,
and security applications. It helps in reducing human effort, improving system
efficiency, and increasing operational safety.
Thus, the IR proximity sensor is an important
component in modern electronic systems and is well-suited for short-range
object detection applications.
1.5 Future Scope:
The IR proximity sensor has a wide scope for future
development and improvement in various fields of automation and smart systems.
By integrating the sensor with microcontrollers and IoT platforms, real-time
monitoring and remote control can be achieved.
In the future, IR proximity sensors can be used in
advanced robotic applications for accurate obstacle detection and navigation.
They can also be combined with wireless communication modules to enhance
security and surveillance systems.
Further improvements in sensor sensitivity and range can make them suitable for more industrial applications. With increasing demand for automation and smart devices, IR proximity sensors will continue to play an important role in modern electronic systems.
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