Jay Punekar

Jay Punekar

Data Science and Analytics
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Work Experience

Here, I am sharing my previous freelance work experience, which spans diverse fields including dome projection mapping, IoT development, web development, and VR systems integration.

Sneh Resort

Date: July 2024 - Jan 2025

270° Projection Mapping

Project:
I worked on a 270° projection mapping project at Sneh Resort, using five projectors to cover a large curved screen. The goal was to create an immersive visual experience with seamless alignment and blending.

Equipment:

  • Projectors: Five high-resolution projectors for full coverage.
  • Graphics Card: NVIDIA graphics card for smooth video output.
  • Software: Advanced mapping software for edge blending and alignment.

Outcome:
The project delivered a stunning 270° immersive display with perfectly aligned visuals and smooth transitions between the projectors.

Curved Screen Projection

Project:
This project involved mapping visuals onto a smaller curved screen using two projectors. The aim was to achieve a cost-effective yet impactful visual presentation.

Equipment:

  • Projectors: Two projectors for efficient coverage.
  • Graphics Card: NVIDIA graphics card to manage output.
  • Software: Mapping software for precise alignment and blending.

Outcome:
The result was a visually engaging display with seamless blending, achieved with a simplified and budget-friendly setup.

River Paradise Resort

Date: June 2023 - Nov 2024

Dome Projection Mapping

Project:
I worked on a 10-meter geodesic dome projection mapping project, aiming to create a fully immersive experience with precise alignment and seamless blending of visuals.

Equipment:

  • Four short-throw projectors for distortion-free coverage of the entire dome.
  • Media server with an Nvidia Quadro graphics card for rendering high-quality visuals.
  • Canon EOS 5D Mark IV with a Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM lens for capturing wide-angle images essential for dome projections.

Software:

  • Vioso 6: Managed warping, blending, and calibration for perfect projector alignment.
  • NestMap: Ensured accurate mapping and blending of visuals across the dome.
  • NestPlay Lite: Handled smooth, synchronized content playback across all projectors.
  • EOS Webcam Utility: Provided real-time monitoring for on-the-fly adjustments.

Outcome:
This setup delivered a seamless, immersive visual experience, with perfectly aligned and blended visuals covering the entire dome surface.

CanSat

Date: Feb 2023 - July 2023

IOT Development

  • Collaborated with Dr. Sathish Rao (ISRO Scientist) to create a Miniature Satellite for a workshop that has been conducted in multiple schools across Pune.

  • Utilized ESP8266, DHT11, Blynk, and C programming language. Significantly reduced cost per unit from Rs. 1800 to Rs. 500, ensuring affordability for all students.

  • Enabled real-time data collection of temperature and humidity, seamlessly transmitted to smartphones or tablets every 5 seconds through ESP8266 microcontroller and DHT11 sensor integration.

Suresh Naik Space park

Date: Sep 2022 - Nov 2022

Web Development (freelance)

  • Designed and developed a captivating website for Suresh Naik Space Park, a space-themed park in Pune, using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Bootstrap. Key aspects of this project included:

  • Responsive Design: Created a visually appealing and user-friendly website that functions seamlessly across all devices, ensuring an optimal viewing experience for visitors.

  • Interactive Elements: Incorporated interactive features such as image sliders, animated graphics, and dynamic content to engage visitors and provide an immersive experience.

  • Engaging Content: Developed and structured content to highlight the park’s attractions, educational programs, and events, showcasing the wonders of space science and technology.

Suresh Naik Space park

Date: Sep 2021 - Feb 2022

VR Syncing

  • Implemented a system to sync multiple Virtual Reality (VR) headsets, including Oculus Go, Oculus Quest, and Oculus Quest 2, using a single computer. This setup was designed to showcase educational space films to school students visiting the park. Responsibilities included:

  • System Integration: Synchronized multiple VR headsets to ensure a seamless viewing experience for groups of students.

  • Technical Setup: Utilized advanced software and hardware solutions to link the VR headsets with a central computer.

  • Training: Trained park employees on how to operate and manage the VR system, ensuring smooth operation during student visits.