Building Batpod as an Open Source Project

This session delves into the exciting journey of Project Lincoln, an initiative to recreate the Batpod as an open-source engineering marvel. From a simple idea to a fully functional machine, the talk will highlight the technical, financial, and logistical challenges faced along the way.

Key takeaways from this session include:

Engineering & Design: The unique mechanics behind building the Batpod, including challenges in steering and fabrication.
Funding Struggles & Solutions: How the project was financed through personal savings, college grants, and community support.
Collaboration & Open-Source Approach: The role of international contributors, online forums, and social networks in shaping the final build.
Failures & Resilience: The setbacks faced during development and how perseverance led to breakthroughs.
Future Scope: Building an electric version of the same.

The session is ideal for makers, engineers, entrepreneurs, and anyone who believes in turning passion into reality. Whether you are a Batman fan or an aspiring innovator, this talk will inspire you to take on impossible projects and make them a reality.

Abhijeet Khandagale is an innovator, public speaker, researcher, and entrepreneur passionate about pushing boundaries in engineering and design. His work spans across multiple disciplines, including solar physics, mechanical design, and open-source technology. He is the first person in India to successfully build a Batpod, an iconic motorcycle from The Dark Knight series, making him one of only five people in the world to achieve this feat. With a deep love for Batman, Abhijeet embodies the philosophy of resilience and innovation.

He's been recognized as a Top Innovator by the World Economic Forum for my solution, ekatra. As a community enabler, he leads the NagpurStartups community and has built Misfits, a vibrant network of 500+ early-stage social entrepreneurs across South Asia. Dedicated to helping scale startups in their Zero to One journey, Abheejit has spoken at global conferences about his research and entrepreneurial work. He is a Professional Fellow under the US Department of State, and Fellow for Swachh Bharat Mission.

Abheejit is passionate about using technology to create more equitable and accessible opportunities for all; with a goal to inspire others to follow their dreams and make a positive impact on the world.