About Us.

We are a team of sensor developers and experts in SHM (Structural Health Monitoring) and NDT (Non-Destructive Testing). Our goal is to make structural inspection simpler and more effective with AI-powered sensor systems.

Our name, Nirixense, comes from the Sanskrit word nirīkṣaṇa (“inspection”) and the word “sense.” Together, they reflect our sensors and solutions that deliver accurate data and clear insights.

Mission.

Our mission is to create smart sensor systems for structural inspection. Using edge intelligence and AI, we turn data into insights that improve safety and reliability.

Vision.

Our vision is to help industries work more efficiently and safely. We aim to improve productivity and system reliability while supporting a sustainable future for all.

Founding Team

Siddharth Tallur

B.Tech. IIT Bombay
M.S.-Ph.D. Cornell University
Associate Professor, IIT Bombay

10+ years sensor system development expertise in academia and industry for SHM and NDT

Past: MEMS sensor product development @ Analog Devices Inc.

Sauvik Banerjee

M.Tech. IIT Bombay
Ph.D. UCLA
Professor, IIT Bombay

20+ years experience in structural engineering, SHM and NDT

Ankur Agarwal

M.Des. IIITDM Kancheepuram
Technical Superintendent, IIT Bombay

8+ years electronics systems development expertise

Past: Founder, Create2Learn Tech

Our Story

Collaboration begins!

January 9 2018

Siddharth Tallur and Sauvik Banerjee kick-started a research collaboration at IIT Bombay. Their goal: to develop smart sensor systems for structural inspection.

IMPRINT project awarded

September 28 2018

The team received funding under the IMPRINT-2A programme of DST/SERB with MHRD support, along with industry partner Sanrachana Structural Strengthening Pvt. Ltd. This marked the start of work on pulsed eddy current and ultrasonic sensor systems for concrete inspection.

Ankur joins IIT Bombay

March 19 2020

Ankur Agarwal joined the Wadhwani Electronics Lab (WEL) at IIT Bombay and led advanced prototype development of the pulsed eddy current sensor system, code-named iPEC.

First field testing of iPEC

May 12 2022

We tested early prototype of ReX 100 (project iPEC) in the field.

iPEC showcased

January 19 2024

iPEC made its debut at the 33rd Annual Conference & Exhibition on Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE 2023) in Pune. Shortly after, it was shortlisted by IIT Bombay for display at IInvenTiv 2024, hosted at IIT Hyderabad.

Pipeline SHM prototype tested

June 28 2024

The first field test of our pipeline SHM prototype, based on ultrasonic guided waves, took place at IOCL R&D Facility, Faridabad. This project was supported by the Centre of Excellence in Oil, Gas and Energy (CoE-OGE) at IIT Bombay.

Startup journey begins

October 14 2024

Our team received support from the Society for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SINE), IIT Bombay, through the Institute of Eminence (IOE) cell. This funding helped us prepare to launch a startup. Our work was also showcased at the 34th Annual Conference & Exhibition on Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE 2024) in Chennai.

Nirixense is launched!

December 20 2024

Nirixense Technologies is officially incorporated.

Winner at Startup Maharathi Challenge 2025

April 5 2025

Nirixense Technologies was declared a winner of the Startup Maharathi Challenge (B2B category) at Startup Mahakumbh 2025, New Delhi, India, April 2025.

New home at RBTIC, IIT Bombay

April 7 2025

We moved into our new office in Rahul Bajaj Technology Innovation Centre (RBTIC), SINE, IIT Bombay!

Showcasing solutions

May 20 2025

Our founders presented our product prototypes and shared future plans at the 2025 CSIR Startup Conclave in Mumbai.

Pilot testing of ReX 100 commences

June 5 2025

We commenced pilot testing of ReX 100 by rolling out demo units (R&D prototypes).

Titanium grant and pre-seed funding

July 4 2025

We were awarded the Titanium grant by SINE, IIT Bombay. The funding comes with a mentorship program that includes both technical and business guidance to effectively navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship. We also closed a pre-seed fundraising round with investments from Dr. Mangesh Joshi (MD and CEO, Sanrachana Structural Strengthening Pvt. Ltd.), Krishna Conchem Products Pvt. Ltd. and H. M. Raje Structural Consultants Pvt. Ltd.

Awards and recognition

Awarded Project Titanium grant by SINE IIT Bombay, 2025

Winner in B2B track at the Startup Maharathi Challenge, Startup Mahakumbh 2025

Recipient of SINE IITB IOE Seed Grant, 2024