Darshit Vaghani

IoT Developer & Electrical Engineer

I design innovative, efficient, and automation-driven hardware and software solutions with expertise in microcontroller programming, circuit design, and IoT systems.

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My Projects

A showcase of my recent work in IoT, electronics, and embedded systems

Single-Phase Induction Motor Speed Controller

Microcontroller Triac EasyEDA

AC voltage regulator using phase-angle control with zero-cross detection and optocoupler isolation.

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External Keyboard for Special Functions

Arduino Python Serial Communication

Custom keyboard with specialized functions and Arduino↔Python integration over serial link.

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Low-Cost Phase Changer for Voltage Stabilization

Op-Amp Phase Switching Relay

Voltage stabilization system using phase switching and analog control circuitry (EasyEDA layouts).

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GasGuard: Smart LPG Leak Detector

Arduino Gas Sensor Auto Shutoff

LPG leak detection with MQ-series sensor and automatic shutoff using servo/valve control.

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SmartMCB: Overload & Short-Circuit Protection

Op-Amp Overload Protection Short Circuit

Digital miniature circuit breaker with overload & short-circuit detection and auto inverter switching.

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SmartContact: C-Based Contact Manager

C File Handling GUI

Contact management system built in C with file handling and a simple GUI interface.

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IoT-Controlled 3-Phase Inverter

C Power Electronics IoT

Real-time SPWM 3-phase inverter with IoT remote monitoring and control.

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SmartGateView 37×8: ESP32-Powered LED Signage

ESP32 C HTML/CSS/JS

Wi-Fi driven dynamic LED signage using ESP32 and a web-based content editor.

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Clap Of Things: Touch-Free Home Automation

Arduino C MIC

Touch-free home automation controlled by sound (clap) detection and simple relay outputs.

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ChopMaster: Compact Class-E Chopper

Arduino MOSFET OLED

Compact class-E chopper with OLED interface and keypad control for power experiments.

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Assistive Communication Device

Arduino C Amplifier

Portable assistive communication device with SD audio playback and amplification.

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HealthCheck Pro: Portable CBC Detection Unit

Arduino LCD Keypad

Portable CBC disease detection unit with simple UI and keypad input for field diagnostics.

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SafeRover: Ultrasonic-Guided Auto-Braking Vehicle

Arduino Ultrasonic Motor Driver

Autonomous safety rover using ultrasonic sensors for obstacle detection and auto braking.

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PowerShield Meter+: IoT-Based Smart Energy Meter

ESP32 PZEM004T Relay

IoT energy meter and smart distribution board for modern grid monitoring and control.

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Smart Wiring & Power Backup

CD4017 Inverter Relay

Showcase of modern & traditional house wiring with automatic power backup switching.

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WireSmart: House Wiring Showcase

ATTiny85 Triac PIR

Educational house wiring demo combining classic and modern control elements (PIR, triac, MCU).

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SoundWave Fan: ATTiny85-Powered Clap Control

ATTiny85 Triac MIC

Clap-controlled fan using ATTiny85 with triac driver for AC motor switching.

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Phase-Angle Full-Wave AC-DC Converter

ESP32 MOC3021 Optocoupler

ESP32-based real-time control AC-DC converter using phase-angle control and optoisolation.

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Live Fleet Monitor: 4G GNSS Vehicle Tracking

ESP32 EC200U-CN GNSS

4G GNSS vehicle tracker with kill-switch, geofencing and live fleet monitoring dashboard.

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CloudCost Automation

ESP32 NRF24L01 AVR

Home automation backbone using ESP32 and RF nodes for cost-aware cloud-connected automation.

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Multi-layered Cyber Security (MLCS) System

ESP32 PZEM004T Relay

Security system tailored for electrical power networks with layered detection and control features.

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Writing

Articles

My writings on technical topics and project insights

The Power of Charlieplexing

Efficiently interfacing 72 buttons with just 9 Arduino pins using Charlieplexing technique.

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Prevent Overheating in 7805 Voltage Regulators🔥

Learn why connecting 7805 regulators in parallel can cause overheating and how small resistors balance the load.

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UART Level Shifter for IoT Projects

Designing a UART level shifter for safe 5V to 3.3V serial communication using PC817 optocouplers.

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The Secret Behind That Diode Across a Relay

Understanding the importance of flyback diodes in relay circuits for protection.

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Expertise

My Skills

Technologies and tools I work with to bring ideas to life

Microcontrollers

Circuit Design

IoT Development

Python

C Programming

JavaScript

Power Electronics

PCB Design

RF Technology

Node.js

MongoDB

Google App Script

Recognition

Achievements

Recognition and awards for my work and innovations

Innovation Award

Honored to receive the i-SCALE Award 2025 from GTU for contributions to the startup ecosystem

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Innovation Award

Honored to receive the Innovate 2 Impact (Innovation Of The Year) Award 2025 from Gujarat Technological University

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Hackathon Winner

Won a national-level Arduino Hackathon at Lakshya Tech Fest, LDCE

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Hackathon Winner

Won the National Level Gandhian Ideathon 5th Edition 2024, organized by Auro University

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Hackathon Winner

Won the National Level Gandhian Ideathon 6th Edition 2025, organized by Auro University

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Hackathon Winner

Won CVMU National-Level Hackathon

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Hackathon Winner

Won G.H PATEL V.V NAGAR National-Level Hackathon

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SSIP Funding

Received ₹60,000 SSIP funding for CloudCost Automation innovation

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SSIP Funding

Honored to receive ₹1,20,000 SSIP funding for Team SWAR from LDCE

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SSIP Funding

Honored to receive ₹1,10,000 SSIP funding for Team SWAR from LDCE

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Intellectual Property

Patents

Innovations protected through formal intellectual property rights

Published

AN ADAPTIVE MESH COMMUNICATION SYSTEM WITH MULTI-NODE ROUTING, SCALABLE CONNECTIVITY, AND FAULT-TOLERANT OPERATION

A novel adaptive mesh communication framework featuring multi-node routing algorithms, dynamically scalable network connectivity, and built-in fault-tolerant operation for robust IoT deployments.

IoT / Wireless Communication 2025

RESERCH WORK

Paper Publications

Innovative research and technical contributions.

Submitted

IMPLEMENTATION OF MULTI-LAYER CYBER SECURITY ON REAL-TIME POWER SYSTEM

Research focused on implementing a multi-layer cybersecurity framework for real-time power systems to improve security, resilience, and protection against cyber threats.

Power Systems / Cybersecurity Indian Institution Journal Series B

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GEO-FENCING IN REAL-TIME VEHICLE TRACKING SYSTEM USING GNSS

Research on implementing real-time geo-fencing using GNSS technology for vehicle tracking, enabling location-based monitoring and automated boundary detection.

GNSS / IoT / Vehicle Tracking International Journal of Electrical and Hybrid Vehicles

Experience

Professional Roles

My professional roles and responsibilities

Embedded Hardware & IoT Intern

National Infotech, Surat
Jul 2025

Developed LoRa Mesh Network — currently under patent process

Hardware & Power Electronics Developer

Swasau Technology Pvt. Ltd.
Aug 2025

Worked on Single & 3-Phase Servo Voltage Stabilizers and 5kW Solar Hybrid Inverter

Technical Team Manager

The Institution of Engineers (India)

Core Member of BIS Club

BIS Club BMSIT

Management Team

Managing the Arduino Hackathon at LDCE Fest Triveni 2024

Featured

Spotlight Moment

Featured video showcasing my work and achievements

Press

Media & Press Coverage

My work featured in news and media publications

Swar - A Voice for the Voiceless

Our AAC device, Swar, empowers specially-abled individuals with customizable icons, multi-language support, and a vast 1.5 lakh phrase memory.

TrackIt: Real-Time Vehicle Tracker

TrackIt ensures real-time vehicle monitoring with GPS, remote engine control, and theft protection. A scalable solution for both personal and government use.

Contact

Get In Touch

Have a project in mind or want to discuss potential collaborations?

Email

vaghanidarshit800@gmail.com

Location

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Education

B.E. - Electrical Engineering
L.D. College of Engineering

Phone

+91 9316866285