Teen innovator develops drone for firefighting
Avneet Kaur
Jalandhar, July 29
The potential of young minds, when channelled in the right direction, often results in groundbreaking achievements. It perfectly describes 15-year-old Bhavansh Mahajan, who is making remarkable strides in the field of technology at such a young age.
A resident of Ramneek Avenue here and Class X student at Sanskriti KMV School, Bhavansh has developed a standard drone with aspirations to transform it into an advanced firefighting tool.
When asked how he got the idea to develop a drone and his inspiration behind it, Bhavansh said, “I had dreamt of creating something that would enhance the safety of people and contribute to the well-being of our nation. Driven by my passion for flying objects, I merged this interest with my desire to make a meaningful impact.”
He credits his father Niwajish Mahajan for the inspiration. In 2012, Niwajish created the ‘Crosslock,’ an innovative product designed to resolve the issue of improper gaps under steel bars during reinforced cement concrete (RCC) constructions, improving building strength and longevity. “His support and vision motivated me to blend my passion for technology with a meaningful purpose,” Bhavansh said.
The young innovator had been researching in this field for a long time. By July 20, his standard drone was ready. It took him 10 days to develop the drone. Bhavansh aims to upgrade this drone into a specialised firefighting tool equipped with a high-pressure water delivery system to tackle fires from a height, especially in situations where direct access is challenging.
Bhavansh’s drone incorporates advanced technology, including GPS and navigation systems, for precise positioning, flight controllers for stability, communication systems for data transmission and efficient propulsion systems. He utilised a mix of available parts and outsourced components with his father’s assistance, often turning to YouTube tutorials for guidance.
He revealed that he spent Rs 20,000 on purchasing the parts needed to build his drone. In contrast, drones available in the market are often prohibitively expensive, with prices varying based on the technology used and their level of advancement.
Meanwhile, this isn’t Bhavansh’s first foray into innovation. In 2020, he developed ‘CoroBot,’ a robot designed to assist Covid-19 patients by delivering medicines and dispensing hand sanitiser, a project that earned him the ‘Inspire Award Manak’ and Rs 10,000 prize. He said although the pandemic hindered further development in this project, his CoroBot’s effectiveness in enhancing hygiene and reducing contact in healthcare was widely recognised.
“My earlier projects laid the foundation for this achievement. I am committed to resolving real-world challenges through technology,” he said.
Equipped with advanced tech
The drone incorporates advanced technology, including GPS and navigation system, for precise positioning, flight controllers for stability, communication systems for data transmission and efficient propulsion systems
Had designed robot during covid
This is not Bhavansh’s first foray into innovation. In 2020, he had developed ‘CoroBot,’ a robot designed to assist Covid-19 patients by delivering medicines and dispensing hand sanitisers, a project that brought him the ‘Inspire Award Manak’ and Rs 10,000 award.
