Sathvik
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Deep Space Navigation using X-Ray Pulsars
Python · HEASoft · Bash · Astrophysics
Analysed millisecond X-ray pulsars using NASA's NICER mission data using the HEASoft software package, focusing on their role in deep space navigation. Involved in data acquisition, post-processing, bash scripting, timing and spectral analysis.
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Image Stacking in Astrophotography
Image Processing · Astrophotography
Processed and stacked astronomical images to improve signal-to-noise ratio and enhance the visibility of faint celestial objects. Tools: Siril, DeepSkyStacker, Sequator, PIPP, Registax, AutoStakkert with Python image processing.
Astrophotography Image Stacking in Siril – Siril Documentation Website
Web Development · Astrophotography · Documentation
Created a detailed step-by-step guide on astrophotography image stacking in Siril, presented as a website. Focused on simplifying the workflow for users of all levels, from image preparation to post-processing.
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Geospatial Analysis with GDAL Tools and QGIS
GDAL · QGIS · Remote Sensing
Processed and analysed Sentinel-2 raster data using GDAL CLI tools and QGIS to perform raster analysis and visualisation.
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BusTrackerr – Live Tracker and Arrival Time Predictor
Web Development · JavaScript · Transit
A website for daily commuters of a specific Shivamogga–Manipal–Mangalore super express bus. Shows the full route with key stops, highlights where the bus should be at the current time, and predicts today's MIT, Udupi, and Mangalore timings based on typical day-of-week travel patterns.
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MSc Physics · MIT Manipal
Sathvik Acharya

Passionate about Physics,

Computer Science and Technology.

Experience
Summer Research Intern
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology
May — Jul 2024
Topic: Deep Space Navigation using X-Ray Pulsars
Project Guide: Dr. Priyadarshnam
Analysed millisecond X-ray pulsars using NASA's NICER mission data using the HEASoft software package, focusing on their role in deep space navigation. Involved in data acquisition, post-processing, bash scripting, timing and spectral analysis.
Education
Manipal Institute of Technology
M.Sc – Physics
2025 — Present
St Aloysius College (Autonomous)
B.Sc – Physics, Computer Science
2022 — 2025
Skills
Python
C
Web Development
Java
SQL
R
Bash Scripting
Astronomical Data Analysis
Astrophotography Image Processing
Software and Tools
HEASoft
QGIS