About Team TIFAN
| Club Name | TIFAN Student Collegiate Club |
| Faculty Mentor | Dr. C.V.Papade |
| Student Mentor | Mr. Onkar Mahadeo Birajdar |
| Objectives | To inculcate an innovation mindset among the student community in emerging technologiesTo Incubate and nurture skills and capabilities of tractor design in young mindsTo provide a platform for Agricultural Students to demonstrate vehicle design expertiseTo help develop the next generation of entrepreneurs |
| Year Plan | Formation TIFAN Student GroupRegistration Team Design Report submission by students Phase 1: Presentation Submission Phase 1: Students present designs to Judges (Industry and Academic experts) Phase 1: Judges review reports & finalize scores Shortlisted team announcement as per the minimum score criteria Phase 2: Virtual Presentation roundPhase 3: Physical Round & Awards Ceremony Date End |
| Expected Outcome | Design and Development of Automated Vegetable Transplanter SystemImproved understanding of automotive engineering concepts.Practical experience through participation in TIFAN competitions Enhanced problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.Networking, Industry connections and career opportunities. |
One Day -Awareness Session on Technology Innovation Forum for Agricultural Nurturing (TIFAN-2025)
Topic: Technology Innovation Forum for Agricultural Nurturing (TIFAN-2025)
Speaker: Mrs. Sayali Gore Lead Engineer John Deere India Pvt Ltd, Pune.
Mr. Rohan Jagdale Marketing Representative John Deere Pune.
Mr. Krushanna Kalatre Graphics Design Engineer John Deere Pune.
Class: TE Mech. & Team TIFAN
Venue: TE-A Mech. Classroom
Date: 13/08/2024.
Number of students attended the session: -89
Coordinator & TIFAN Team Project Guide: – Prof. C. V. Papade
Recently SAEINDIA off-highway board has declared a competition, TIFAN -2025, Which is about manufacturing of “Automated Multi Vegetable Transplanter”. For Chili, Brinjal, and tomato saplings. Teams are expected to conceive, design, develop and demonstrate a working-level prototype of a farm machine at the specified venue with the criteria and requirements laid down in this rule book. It is a national-level event conducted among all engineering colleges from India. Also discussed was Innovation in Agriculture equipment along with the importance of product development in John Deere products
The mechanical Engineering department arranged a session on the “Awareness Session on TIFAN-2025 on 13th August 2025 at NKOCET, Solapur. In this session, 89 students presented from the Mechanical Engineering Department For this awareness session we had a guest Mrs. Sayali Gore Lead Engineer John Deere India Pvt Ltd, Pune., Mr. Rohan Jagdale Marketing Representative John Deere Pune.,Mr. Krushanna Kalatre Graphics Design Engineer John Deere Pune., HOD of Mechanical Engg. Department Prof. S.S. Kale and Faculty Members of Mechanical Engg. The department faculty was present on this occasion.
TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION FORUM FOR AGRICULTURAL NURTURING
(TIFAN-2024-25)
About TIFAN
TIFAN stands for “Technology Innovation Forum for Agricultural Nurturing”. It is an initiative by SAEINDIA (Society of Automotive Engineers) which is an international organization. SAEINDIA was started in 1994 and has been working towards the development of the automotive industry in India. TIFAN is a student competition program that aims to promote innovation and technology in agriculture. The program is designed to encourage students to come up with innovative solutions that can help improve the agricultural sector in India
- Unleash Innovation: SAE TIFAN encourages participants to unleash their innovative spirit, pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering through dynamic competitions and challenges.
- Networking Opportunities: Engage with industry experts, renowned engineers, and fellow participants to build a strong professional network that can lead to future collaborations and career opportunities.
- Showcasing Expertise: Demonstrate the capabilities and expertise of your institution’s students through interactive displays and presentations, attracting recognition from the wider engineering community.
- Knowledge Exchange: Attend technical sessions, workshops, and panel discussions by leading experts, gaining valuable insights into the latest advancements and trends in the automotive industry.
- Awards and Recognition: Stand a chance to win prestigious awards and accolades that celebrate exceptional talent and achievement in various categories.
- Industry Exposure: Interact with representatives from prominent industry players who attend SAE TIFAN, creating opportunities for internships, sponsorships, and potential employment prospects.
Objectives:
- To inculcate an innovation mindset among the student community in emerging technologies
- To Incubate and nurture skills and capabilities of tractor design in young minds
- To provide a platform for Agricultural Students to demonstrate vehicle design expertise 4. To help develop the next generation of entrepreneurs
Team Name: Krushi Manthan-02
Theme: Automated Vegetable Transplanter (Tractor Pulled Equipment)
Team Mentor: – Dr. C.V. Papade
TEAM MEMBERS:
|
Sr. No. |
Gender |
Name of Students |
Year Of Study |
Responsibility |
|
1 |
MALE |
ONKAR MAHADEO BIRAJDAR |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Captain |
|
2 |
FEMALE |
CHAITANYA NAGANATH MADGUNDI |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Vice Captain |
|
3 |
MALE |
SANDESH SURYAKANT GADEKAR |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Design & CAD Team Leader |
|
4 |
MALE |
DNYANESHWAR BHASKAR JADHAV |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Design & CAD Team Member |
|
5 |
MALE |
VISHAL HANUMANT MAGAR |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Design & CAD Team Member |
|
6 |
FEMALE |
ALKUMA IQBAL BAGEWADI |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Design & CAD Team Member |
|
7 |
FEMALE |
SHRADDHA ANIL KOLHAPURE |
2ND YEAR E&TC |
Electronics & Control Team Leader |
|
8 |
FEMALE |
VAISHNAVI VINAYAK UPASE |
2ND YEAR E&TC |
Electronics & Control Team Member |
|
9 |
FEMALE |
MUKTAI PRADEEP LIMBALE |
2ND YEAR E&TC |
Electronics & Control Team Member |
|
10 |
MALE |
GOPAL MANJUNATH KUDATE |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Electronics & Control Team Member |
|
11 |
FEMALE |
AMBIKA RAJKUMAR GOUDGAON |
2ND YEAR E&TC |
Electronics & Control Team Member |
|
12 |
FEMALE |
SHREYA KISHOR PULLI |
2ND YEAR ELECTRICAL |
Software & Programmimg Team Leader |
|
13 |
FEMALE |
SAMIKSHA SANTOSH JADHAV |
2ND YEAR ELECTRICAL |
Software & Programmimg Team Member |
|
14 |
FEMALE |
SEJAL SAMBHAJI PAWAR |
2ND YEAR ELECTRICAL |
Software & Programmimg Team Member |
|
15 |
MALE |
ATHARV SANTOSH MAHINDRAKAR |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Marketing & Presentation Team Leader |
|
16 |
MALE |
HARSHAD SHIVAJI KSHIRSAGAR |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Marketing & Presentation Team Member |
|
17 |
FEMALE |
GAYATRI RAJESH GOTMOKUL |
2ND YEAR ELECTRICAL |
Marketing & Presentation Team Member |
|
18 |
FEMALE |
VAISHNAVI MALHAR GAVADE |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Marketing & Presentation Team Member |
|
19 |
MALE |
JAGDISH SHESHAV KAJALE |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Mechanical & Structural Team Leader |
|
20 |
MALE |
VIKAS SIDHAPPA PARIT |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |
|
21 |
MALE |
SHIVRATNA SATEJ PAWAR |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |
|
22 |
FEMALE |
TANVI TARACHAND CHAVAN |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |
|
23 |
FEMALE |
MUKASHAFA YUNUS SHAIKH |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |
|
25 |
FEMALE |
SAKSHI SURENDRA GAWALI |
3RD YEAR MECHANICAL |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |
Team Name: Krushi Manthan-02
Key Event Date/Timeline
- Registration open Jul 5, 2024
- Registration close Aug 15, 2024
- Phase 1: Design Report submission by students Oct 2024
- Phase 1: Presentation Submission Oct 2024
- Phase 1: Students present designs to Judges (Industry and Academic experts) Oct 2024
- Phase 1: Judges review reports & finalize scores Oct 2024
- Shortlisted team announcement as per the minimum score criteria Nov 2024
- Phase 2: Virtual Presentation round Mar 2025
- Phase 3: Physical Round & Awards Ceremony Date End of Mar 2025
- The team discussed the Project Automated Multi-Vegetable Transplanter and the TIFAN-25 Competition with their Faculty Advisor, Dr. Chetan Papade.
Attended a 1st offline workshop
Our team, Krushimanthan_2.0, attended a 1st offline workshop at D.Y. Patil College of Engineering, Akurdi, Pune. At this workshop, we met our industrial mentors, and we are grateful for the opportunity to connect with them. We discussed various aspects of our project, and they provided us with excellent guidance.
Industrial Mentor from John Deere India visited our college
An Industrial Mentor from John Deere India visited our college campus to clarify concepts and address doubts regarding the Automated Multi-Vegetable Transplanter project.
October 26, 2024
Team Krushimantahan -2.0 has successfully completed the Virtual Design and Calculation Round of the TIFAN25 competition, organized by John Deere India Our team’s innovative design is impressed the judges, and we have qualified for the next round.
Phase-III- Proof of Concept (PoC) Round
On january 5th 2025
Phase-III- Proof of Concept (PoC) Round Qualified
Team has successfully completed the Proof of Concept (PoC) Round of the TIFAN25 competition, organized by John Deere India. In this round, we showcased a functional prototype of the pickup mechanism, a critical component of our “Automated Multi-Vegetable Transplanter” project, at PCCOE, Pune. Our innovative solution impressed the judges, demonstrating its potential to revolutionize agricultural practices.
Team Krushimantahan – 2.0 Achieves Another Milestone!
We are delighted to announce that our team has successfully completed the Proof of Concept (PoC) Round of the TIFAN25 competition, organized by John Deere India In this round, we showcased a functional prototype of the pickup mechanism, a critical component of our “Automated Multi-Vegetable Transplanter” project, at PCCOE, Pune. Our innovative solution impressed the judges, demonstrating its potential to revolutionize agricultural practices.We extend our sincere gratitude to our mentor Dr.Chetan Papade sir and Team members for their relentless support and guidance.With this achievement, we have paved our way to the finals! We look forward to the next challenge and are committed to showcasing our innovative solution at its bes.
Platinum Sponsorship Details
- Sponsor: Elegant Cutting Tech
- Sponsorship Level: Platinum
- Sponsorship Amount: ₹30,000
Team TIFAN Members
Team Mentor: – Dr. C.V. Papade
|
Sr. No. |
Name of Students |
Responsibility |
|
1 |
ONKAR MAHADEO BIRAJDAR |
Captain |
|
2 |
CHAITANYA NAGANATH MADGUNDI |
Vice Captain |
|
3 |
SANDESH SURYAKANT GADEKAR |
Design & CAD Team Leader |
|
4 |
DNYANESHWAR BHASKAR JADHAV |
Design & CAD Team Member |
|
5 |
VISHAL HANUMANT MAGAR |
Design & CAD Team Member |
|
6 |
ALKUMA IQBAL BAGEWADI |
Design & CAD Team Member |
|
7 |
SHRADDHA ANIL KOLHAPURE |
Electronics & Control Team Leader |
|
8 |
VAISHNAVI VINAYAK UPASE |
Electronics & Control Team Member |
|
9 |
MUKTAI PRADEEP LIMBALE |
Electronics & Control Team Member |
|
10 |
GOPAL MANJUNATH KUDATE |
Electronics & Control Team Member |
|
11 |
AMBIKA RAJKUMAR GOUDGAON |
Electronics & Control Team Member |
|
12 |
SHREYA KISHOR PULLI |
Software & Programmimg Team Leader |
|
13 |
SAMIKSHA SANTOSH JADHAV |
Software & Programmimg Team Member |
|
14 |
SEJAL SAMBHAJI PAWAR |
Software & Programmimg Team Member |
|
15 |
ATHARV SANTOSH MAHINDRAKAR |
Marketing & Presentation Team Leader |
|
16 |
HARSHAD SHIVAJI KSHIRSAGAR |
Marketing & Presentation Team Member |
|
17 |
GAYATRI RAJESH GOTMOKUL |
Marketing & Presentation Team Member |
|
18 |
VAISHNAVI MALHAR GAVADE |
Marketing & Presentation Team Member |
|
19 |
JAGDISH SHESHAV KAJALE |
Mechanical & Structural Team Leader |
|
20 |
VIKAS SIDHAPPA PARIT |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |
|
21 |
SHIVRATNA SATEJ PAWAR |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |
|
22 |
TANVI TARACHAND CHAVAN |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |
|
23 |
MUKASHAFA YUNUS SHAIKH |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |
|
25 |
SAKSHI SURENDRA GAWALI |
Mechanical & Structural Team Member |