Priyanka Upadhyay | Robust Navigation | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Priyanka Upadhyay | Robust Navigation | Best Researcher Award

Netaji Subhas University of Technology | India

Priyanka Upadhyay is a researcher in Electrical Engineering with growing contributions in autonomous robotics, intelligent navigation, and control systems. She is pursuing a doctoral degree focused on robust navigation of autonomous robots and holds postgraduate and undergraduate qualifications in Electrical Power Systems and Electrical & Electronics Engineering. Her research record includes publications on hybrid path-planning algorithms, enhanced Bezier-based trajectory modeling, autonomous mobile robot navigation, and control strategies for multi-link manipulators. Her work has gained academic attention, reflected in 16 citations, an h-index of 2, and i10-index of 0, demonstrating steadily increasing scholarly visibility with 8 citations since 2020. She has prior teaching experience as a faculty member in Electrical Engineering and has participated in several conferences, faculty development programs, and short-term courses related to artificial intelligence, optimization, robotics, renewable integration, and power electronics. Her technical expertise is strengthened by hands-on training in tools such as MATLAB and experience in industrial settings. She has earned recognition including a Silver Medal for an NPTEL Robotics certification and reviewer certification from an international robotics journal. Her research interests include electrical machines, robotic navigation, path planning, and intelligent control. She continues to advance her academic profile with a commitment to innovation, learning, and collaborative research.

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Featured Publications

Upadhyay, P., Rajesh, N., Garg, N., & Singh, A. (2015). Evaluating seed germination monitoring system by application of wireless sensor networks: A survey. In Computational Intelligence in Data Mining—Volume 2: Proceedings of the … (Cited by: 3).

Upadhyay, P., Singh, A., & Garg, N. (2014). Modeling software maintainability and quality assurance in the agile environment. International Journal of Database Theory and Application, 7(3), 83–90. (Cited by: 3).

Singh, P., Upadhyay, P., & Singh, S. K. (2025). Unlocking the economic potential of potato cultivars for mini-tuber production under aeroponic culture. Potato Research, 1–24. (Cited by: 2).

Upadhyay, P., Singh, R., & Rani, A. (2023). Reliable autonomous navigation of mobile robot in unconstrained environment. In 2023 10th International Conference on Signal Processing and Integrated Networks (SPIN) (pp. 531–537). IEEE. (Cited by: 2).

Upadhyay, P., Patil, K. U., Kuber, R., Kulkarni, V., & Singh, A. (2014). Evaluation of hypoxic-ischaemic events in preterm neonates using trans cranial ultrasound. International Journal of Healthcare and Biomedical Research, 3, 67–72. (Cited by: 2).

Arun Singh | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Arun Singh | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India

Author Profile

SCOPUS

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Mr. Arun Singh’s academic journey began in the humble village of Choond, Satna, Madhya Pradesh, reflecting early perseverance and a thirst for knowledge. His strong foundational education propelled him to the Naval College of Engineering (INS Shivaji, Lonavala) where he earned his Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering, laying the cornerstone for a future in high-impact defence technologies. He later pursued an M.Tech in Electrical Communication Engineering from the prestigious Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, further deepening his technical prowess and research capabilities. Currently, as a Senior Research Fellow at MRIIRS, he continues to expand his academic footprint in advanced motor control and AI-based systems.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Mr. Singh has had a distinguished dual-career path:

  • Indian Navy (Electrical Officer): Gained extensive operational experience aboard naval warships, specializing in high-power electrical systems, propulsion, and maintenance under demanding maritime conditions.

  • DRDO (Scientist): Contributed significantly to India’s defence R&D, focusing on system design, modelling, and simulation of mission-critical technologies.

Currently, he is actively engaged as a Senior Research Fellow at Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS), leading pioneering research in AI-driven electrical drive systems.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN ENGINEERING

Mr. Singh’s research is centered on AI-Enhanced Motor Control Systems, High-Fidelity Simulation Models, and Advanced Electrical Propulsion. His key contributions include:

  • Design and implementation of novel AI algorithms for controlling multi-phase AC motors, resulting in 15% improvement in torque stability and efficiency gains.

  • Simulation and modelling of 3MW, 17-Phase PMAC Motors, critical for next-gen marine propulsion systems.

  • Development of dynamic models for submarine propulsion, aiding in strategic planning and performance optimization.

🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

  1. A. Singh & A. Khosla“A Concept Design of a Futuristic Battery Management System for Submarines…” – Springer, 2022.

  2. A. Singh & A. Khosla“Design of a five-phase propulsion motor…” – IEEE IPRECON 2022.

His publications are indexed in IEEE and Springer databases, being referenced by researchers working on marine electrification, smart grid systems, and renewable propulsion technologies.

  • 🏅 Flag Officer Commanding in Chief Commendation, 2007 – Indian Navy

  • 🏅 Secretary DRDO Commendations, 2018 & 2023 – Recognized for excellence in research execution and innovation

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Mr. Singh’s work has made tangible contributions to India’s naval and defence readiness. His AI-integrated control solutions and robust simulation models have:

  • Informed strategic decisions in marine propulsion.

  • Elevated the efficiency and reliability of high-power electrical systems.

  • Contributed to knowledge transfer within defence institutions and academia through published work and mentorship.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Mr. Arun Singh is shaping the future of AI-integrated electrical systems for defence and marine applications. His legacy lies in:

  • Bridging academic research with real-world defence applications

  • Mentoring the next generation of electrical engineering researchers

  • Contributing to the creation of eco-efficient, AI-enabled naval systems

His future contributions are expected in the areas of:

  • Autonomous electric marine vehicles

  • Smart energy systems for defence

  • AI in predictive maintenance and diagnostics

 ✅CONCLUSION

Mr. Arun Singh stands at the convergence of military discipline, engineering innovation, and academic excellence. His work exemplifies the fusion of theory and practice, where high-impact research meets national service. As India propels toward technological self-reliance in defence and smart systems, professionals like Mr. Singh will be instrumental in pioneering sustainable, intelligent, and mission-critical innovations.

🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

A Concept Design of a Futuristic Battery Management System for Submarines Using IEEE802.3bt Network

  • Author(s): A. Singh and A. Khosla

  • Journal/Conference: Smart Structures in Energy Infrastructure: Proceedings of ICRTE 2021, Volume 2, Springer Singapore

  • Year: 2022


Design of a Five-Phase Propulsion Motor and Associated Controller Using Fuzzy Logic for Underwater Electric Vehicle

  • Author(s): A. Singh and A. Khosla

  • Journal/Conference: 2022 IEEE International Power and Renewable Energy Conference (IPRECON)

  • Year: 2022