Akash Baskaran
About Akash Baskaran
Akash Baskaran is a Research Engineer currently employed at Ford Motor Company, where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse background in robotics and engineering, having held various internships and research positions at notable organizations and institutions.
Work at Ford Motor Company
Akash Baskaran has been employed at Ford Motor Company as a Research Engineer since 2020. His role is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he contributes to the company's research initiatives. His work involves applying engineering principles to advance Ford's technology and innovation in the automotive sector.
Previous Experience at SafeAI, Inc.
Prior to his current position, Akash Baskaran worked at SafeAI, Inc. as a Robotics Intern in 2019. His internship lasted for three months and took place in the San Francisco Bay Area. During this time, he gained practical experience in robotics applications.
Education and Expertise
Akash Baskaran holds a Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Texas A&M University, where he studied from 2017 to 2019. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli, completing his studies from 2013 to 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in research engineering.
Research Experience at Texas A&M University
From 2017 to 2019, Akash Baskaran served as a Graduate Research Assistant at Texas A&M University. In this role, he engaged in various research projects that contributed to his expertise in engineering and technology. His experience at the university helped him develop skills that are applicable in his current position.
Internships and Early Career
Akash Baskaran has a diverse range of internship experiences. He worked as a Research Intern at the National University of Singapore in 2016 for three months. Additionally, he completed internships at Hyundai Motor India Ltd. in 2014 and Velodyne LiDAR, Inc. in 2018, where he focused on computer vision engineering. These roles provided him with valuable insights into the engineering field.