Welcome to CHAKRA-VOLT

Your Portable EV Power Companion – Efficient, Smart, and Real-Time IoT Enabled

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Meet the Team

Om Lawand

Om Sahebrao Lawand

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Prathamesh Jorve

Prathamesh Kailas Jorve

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Sanket Malik

Sanket Radhu Malik

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Bhavana Deokar

Bhavana Badrinath Deokar

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Prachi Navale

Prachi Babasaheb Navale

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Instagram: @navale_prachi06

Guide Prof. A.D. Gawali

Prof. A.D. Gawali

Guide & Mentor

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All members are final-year Mechatronics students of Sanjivani K.B.P. Polytechnic, currently interning at Clicker Services Pvt. Ltd. (Sanjivani Group of Institutes).

CHAKRA-VOLT

Smart, Portable Power Bank for Electric Vehicles with Real-Time IoT Monitoring

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Key Features

Explore the core components that make CHAKRA-VOLT powerful, portable, and smart.

πŸ”‹ Real-Time Voltage Monitoring

Continuously tracks the EV battery voltage with high accuracy using ADC and voltage divider.

🌑️ Temperature Sensing

Monitors ambient temperature with a DHT11 sensor to ensure safe operation of the system.

πŸ“² IoT Dashboard (Blynk)

Live data is pushed to a mobile dashboard using Blynk IoT platform, accessible via QR code.

⚑ Auto Cut-Off

Built-in logic automatically cuts power when voltage crosses safety limits, protecting the battery.

πŸ“¦ Portable Design

Compact layout fits easily into storage compartments of electric bikes or scooters for emergencies.

πŸ› οΈ Scalable Architecture

Can be upgraded to support higher voltage (24V/48V) systems with minimal changes in hardware.

Live IoT Monitoring

Scan the QR code below to view real-time monitoring of voltage, temperature, and battery status via our Blynk IoT dashboard.

IoT Dashboard QR Code

Use the Blynk App or scan using your camera to access the dashboard live.

Project Videos

Watch our demonstration and behind-the-scenes of building CHAKRA-VOLT.

Live demo of CHAKRA-VOLT at DIPEX 2025

Behind-the-scenes: making CHAKRA-VOLT

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Learn More

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πŸ”© Hardware Design

Our system uses ESP8266 microcontroller with DHT11 sensor and voltage divider circuitry. It’s connected to a DC-DC booster and battery module, and is compact enough to be carried for field deployment.

Project Timeline

Key milestones in the CHAKRA-VOLT development journey.

January 2025

Idea conceptualized, initial research on EV backup needs and IoT monitoring began.

February 2025

Hardware components sourced, voltage divider and DHT11 sensor tested with ESP8266.

March 2025

Full system integration, testing with Blynk IoT dashboard, LCD interface added.

April 2025

Final presentation at DIPEX with working prototype, live dashboard and display stall.

Technologies Used

Here's a look at the tools, platforms, and components used to build CHAKRA-VOLT.

ESP8266 Microcontroller

Wi-Fi-enabled microcontroller for sensor interfacing and IoT integration.

DHT11 Sensor

Measures ambient temperature and humidity for safety monitoring.

Voltage Divider Circuit

Steps down battery voltage to a measurable range for the ESP8266 ADC.

Blynk IoT Platform

Cloud platform used to display sensor data in real time via smartphone.

LiquidCrystal I2C LCD

Displays voltage, temperature, battery level and charging status locally.

Arduino IDE

Open-source development platform for writing and uploading code to ESP8266.

Environmental Impact

CHAKRA-VOLT is built with the future of mobility and sustainability in mind.

πŸ”‹ Reduced Battery Waste

Our smart power management helps extend battery lifespan, reducing the need for frequent replacements.

🌱 Promoting Green Energy

Future plans include solar charging compatibility to leverage renewable sources for portable power.

πŸš— EV-Friendly Infrastructure

Provides emergency backup power to electric vehicles, encouraging cleaner transport options.

♻️ Low Power Consumption

Our system consumes minimal power during operation and sleep mode, optimizing energy usage.

πŸ”Œ Modular & Repairable

CHAKRA-VOLT's modular design allows easy maintenance, repair, and reuse of individual components.

🌍 Community Readiness

Can serve as a sustainable energy alternative in rural or remote locations with limited EV charging access.

Use Case Scenarios

Realistic applications and user perspectives that CHAKRA-VOLT empowers.

πŸš— Emergency EV Booster

In remote areas or highways, CHAKRA-VOLT provides the last few kilometers of battery life to reach the nearest charging station.

🏞️ Rural Transport Aid

Used by delivery personnel and farmers in rural settings to avoid complete power loss during long routes on electric scooters.

πŸ› οΈ Technical Demonstrator

Showcased in engineering colleges and polytechnics as a live demonstration of IoT-based energy monitoring and safety systems.

πŸš™ Ride-sharing Readiness

Helpful for ride-sharing vehicles or EV taxis to prevent mid-route shutdowns and enhance passenger trust.

πŸ§ͺ Educational Project

Acts as a model for students exploring IoT, sensors, embedded systems, and renewable energy implementation.

Acknowledgements

We extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of CHAKRA-VOLT.

🏫 Sanjivani K.B.P. Polytechnic, Kopargaon

For providing the platform, resources, and constant support throughout our academic journey.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Prof. A.D. Gawali

For being our constant mentor and guide, whose insights and encouragement helped us shape CHAKRA-VOLT into reality.

🏒 Clicker Services Pvt. Ltd.

For hosting our internship and giving us the opportunity to practically work on our concept.

πŸ’‘ DIPEX 2025 Organizers

For offering us a national platform to present our innovation and interact with like-minded peers and industry leaders.

🀝 Team Chakra-Volt

Om, Prathamesh, Sanket, Bhavana, and Prachi β€” united in effort, creativity, and teamwork.