Student. Builder. Always figuring things out.
Chahatesh Killada. I build robots, write software,
Robotic arms, custom circuit boards, AI experiments. I share the builds, the mistakes, and everything I learn along the way.
Electronics · New module & test videos
Ion Engine I got a replacement module and filmed new ion-wind tests, including the paper pulling inward and me shutting the setup down when it sparked.
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Electronics
My First PCB I designed my first PCB entirely in KiCad for our hackathon, where I'm the main point of contact and leader. It's a simple board with custom artwork, four LEDs, a coin cell battery holder, a resistor, and a switch. We had 30 boards made for the event.
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Electronics · In progress
Rocket flight controller PCB A compact flight controller PCB I’m working on, designed for gyroscope and barometer readings, SD-card storage, and battery support.
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AI · In progress
Atlas AI An assistant with memory, vision, voice, and robotics tools. Still in progress.
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AI
Neural Navigator My computing challenge project, built with Madanmohan Aravind.
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Robotics
4-DOF Robotic Arm A robotic arm I designed in CAD, 3D printed, and brought to life with servos.
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Robotics
Versatile XY Gantry A mechanical design for movement along the X and Y axes.
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Robotics
Self-Balancing Robot My two-wheeled robot build, from the frame to the electronics.
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ESP32 Robot Car
Robotics
Stackable Battery Holder A stackable battery holder I designed for 3D printing.
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Arduino Projects Robotics
Arduino Projects Smaller electronics and Arduino builds from my desk.
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Robotics
VEX IQ & V5 Robotics I’ve competed in VEX IQ and now also compete in VEX V5. Through VEX, I’ve learned about four-bar, six-bar, double-reverse four-bar (DR4B), and cascade lifts.
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Web
WebOS An operating-system-style interface that runs in the browser.
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Education
StudyPath STEM practice that adapts to the student, with review tools and a teacher dashboard.
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Web
Portfolio Website The home for my projects, build videos, and milestones.
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Rocket Flight Controller Robotics
Rocket Flight Controller My original rocket flight controller project.
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Remote Shutter Robotics
Remote Shutter A remote shutter project. Source files on GitHub.
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About
I build software and hardware.
I started and lead an after-school robotics class . I’ve competed in VEX IQ with my school’s team, and I now also compete in VEX V5 .
Through VEX, I’ve learned a lot about lift mechanisms , including four-bar, six-bar, double-reverse four-bar (DR4B), and cascade lifts.
Achievements
2026
CT Computing Challenge Recognized for Neural Navigator , built with Madanmohan Aravind.
2025–26
VEX IQ State Championship Qualified twice with my school’s team.
Hack Club
Stardance Ambassador Also earned a Certificate of Achievement for 7 shipped projects and 57 hours of work.
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