Transforming basic robotics kits, a student-led startup is redefining a complete learning path, from beginner projects to AI-powered machines. How is that possible? Hitendra Valhe and Bhagyesh Tajne of Ecruxbot tell their story to EFY’s Nidhi Agarwal.
Q: What does your company do?
A: We started the company in our second year of college with a focus on Robot Operating System 2 (ROS2)–based autonomous robots and navigation for both industrial and customer-oriented applications. Our initial goal was to develop indigenous robots. Over time, we realized that the education sector offered a more stable business model, which led us to develop structured learning platforms alongside our core robotics work.
Based on market research, we launched our first product, Adhyay 1, for medium and advanced education segments. This was followed by Adhyay Advance, which takes learners from basic robotics concepts to advanced machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) on hardware, offering a clear pathway for anyone aiming to build a career in robotics.
Q: What is your educational kit?
A: Most do-it-yourself (DIY) robotics kits available in India are basic and designed mainly for schools. Our kit is built to take learners from beginner to advanced levels, including AI and ML directly on hardware.
The motherboard allows up to four development boards: Arduino Nano, Raspberry Pi Pico, STM32, and ESP32, to be used interchangeably. This means learners do not need to buy new kits as they progress. The board also includes built-in sensors for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, connectivity, and Tiny ML, a combination that is currently not available in other Indian kits.
Unlike conventional kits that support only a single controller and cost between ₹10,000 and ₹15,000, our system integrates four controllers into one platform, making it suitable for school students, college students, and robotics or IoT learners alike.
Q: What problem do the four microcontrollers in a single kit solve?
A: The four microcontrollers give learners flexibility based on their experience level and coding preferences. The ESP32 can handle most applications, but some users prefer starting with Arduino Nano. The Raspberry Pi Pico is included as a compact, Arduino-like board rather than a full single-board computer.
Learners can begin with basic C programming on ESP32 using the Arduino Integrated Development Environment or the Espressif Internet Development Framework, and even explore MicroPython. As they advance, they can move to STM32, which is widely used in industry. Working across multiple controllers on a single platform gives users strong hands-on experience with embedded systems.
The kit also includes a complete Learning Management System manual, videos, and open-source courses covering basic and intermediate levels.
Q: What sensors and features does the kit provide?
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