Name : Ripudaman Randhawa
Nickname : Sunny
Age Range : 54-55
Gender : Male
Blood Group : O - (ve)
Nationality : Indian / Canadian
Ethnicity : South Asian / Indian
Religion : Sikh / Hindu
Physical Attributes :
Height : 180 cm / 5'10"
Weight : 66 Kg. / 145 Lbs.
Built : Slim
Hair : Grey / Black
Eyes : Brown
Shoe : 10.5 / 11
Voice Attributes :
Character Voice : Male
Voice Age : Adult
Accent : East Indian (English)
Personality Attributes :
Personality Type : ENTJ
Views : Moderate
Nature : Peaceful / Artistic / Diplomatic
Astrological Sign : Virgo
Dietary Habits :
Diet : Non-Vegetarian
Drinks : Non-Alcoholic
Caffeine : Yes
Sugar : Yes
Allergies : None
Professional Attributes :
Industry : Banking
Status / Designation : Banker / Retired
Pi Projects : Astro-Pi
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Resume CV : Ripudaman Randhawa
LFI Fotos : Ripudaman Randhawa
About : Ripudaman Randhawa is a
multidisciplinary citizen scientist, aeronaut, and photographer based in Calgary, Alberta, known for his active participation in space sciences and aviation communities.As of 2025, his work spans several key areas:
Space Science and Aviation
- Citizen Science: He has collaborated on projects involving Evolved Stars and circumstellar environments (2021–2023) and researched polygonal ridges on Mars.
- Aeronautics: He is an active aeronaut and a long-time member of both the Balloon Club of India (since 1984) and the Calgary Balloon Club.
- Aviation Tracking: He operates an ADS-B feeder site (Site 163892) for FlightAware, providing real-time aircraft tracking data for the Calgary International Airport (CYYC) area.
- Event Hosting: He serves as the organizer and host for Asteroid Day events since 2015 in Calgary, including the 2024 and 2025 years.
Photography and Media
- Leica Gallery Artist: His photography is featured in the Leica Fotografie International (LFI) Gallery, with portfolios ranging from cultural landmarks like the Golden Temple and Durgiana Temple to aviation subjects like the Snowbirds.
- Onkar Sound: He operates a YouTube channel and online presence under the name Onkar Sound, where he shares creative content and photography.
- Freelance Work: Since February 2025, he has been active as a freelance artist on platforms such as StarNow and Backstage.
Professional Affiliations
He holds long-standing memberships with various international space organizations, including the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC), Astronomers Without Borders, and The Planetary Society. RR.
