Surya Prakash Mishra | Robotics | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Surya Prakash Mishra | Robotics | Research Excellence Award

National Institute of Technology, Rourkela | India

Surya Prakash Mishra is a motivated mechanical engineering researcher with strong expertise in intelligent robotic systems, mechanical design, and control engineering. Currently pursuing advanced doctoral research at a premier national institute, he holds a postgraduate specialization in Machine Design and Analysis and a foundational degree in Mechanical Engineering. His academic and research journey reflects a blend of theoretical depth and practical competence in robotics, CAD/CAE, optimization algorithms, and control strategies. His research work focuses on autonomous and intelligent robotic platforms, particularly autonomous underwater vehicles, integrating hybrid PID control with metaheuristic optimization techniques such as nature-inspired algorithms. He has also contributed to advanced mechanical system design, including high-load bearing systems, sustainable engineering solutions like refuse-derived fuel from municipal waste, and multiple CAD-driven design projects. With extensive experience as a CAD engineer, product design engineer, technical trainer, faculty member, and project consultant, he has actively contributed to industry-oriented training and academic mentoring. His technical proficiency spans robotics simulation, mechanical analysis, CNC manufacturing, and reverse engineering. Recognized for academic excellence, innovation activities, and competitive achievements, his work reflects interdisciplinary thinking and problem-solving ability. Overall, his profile represents a committed researcher and educator dedicated to advancing intelligent systems, sustainable engineering solutions, and next-generation mechanical and robotic technologies.

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Featured Publication

Mishra, S. P., Parhi, D. R., & Sahoo, A. K. (2025). Integration of white shark algorithm with PID in U-ROV navigation for enhanced obstacle avoidance. Ocean Engineering. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2025.122501

Priyanka Upadhyay | Robust Navigation | Best Researcher Award

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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).

Ms. Ritu Ranjan | Engineering | Best Research Award

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Ms. Ritu Ranjan | Engineering | Best Research Award

IIT ISM DHANBAD | India

Ms Ritu Ranjan is a dedicated electrical engineering researcher whose academic journey spans advanced degrees from premier Indian institutions, culminating in a PhD in control systems and sensor interfacing at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad. Her work centers on control techniques for bipedal robotic systems, specifically modeling and robust controller design, and extends into efficient analog and direct-digital interfacing schemes for magneto-resistance-based angle sensors. With several journal articles including contributions to Integration: the VLSI Journal, Measurement and Optical and Quantum Electronics, and multiple IEEE-indexed conference publications, she has developed expertise in sensor linearization, systematic error quantification, and optical biosensor modeling. Her research interest spans control theory, sensor hardware design, direct-digital interfacing, and FDTD-based photonic modeling. Though early in her career, she has begun accumulating citations and publications; her current h-index is modest, reflecting her growing scholarly impact. Awards and recognitions include funding and acceptance of her thesis work and top conference presentations. She brings strong experience in MATLAB, LTSpice, LaTeX, LabVIEW, embedded C, and hardware prototyping using Arduino/ESP32. Motivated by innovation in robotics and sensor systems, she seeks to contribute reliably to impactful research and engineering. Ritu’s trajectory indicates a promising future in sensor-control integration and robotic instrumentation.

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Featured Publication

Shekhar, A., Ranjan, R., & Mandal, S. (2024). Model of double optical ring resonator configuration as a biosensor using FDTD numerical method. Optical and Quantum Electronics, 57(1), 35.

Ranjan, R., & Meena, G. D. (2022). PID and backstepping controller on a 2-link biped robot. In 2022 2nd International Conference on Emerging Frontiers in Electrical and Electronic Technologies (ICEFEET) (pp. xx–xx). IEEE.

Ranjan, R., & Meena, G. D. (2022). Trajectory tracking of 3-link biped leg robot using PD controller and robust variable structure controller. In 2022 IEEE 19th India Council International Conference (INDICON) (pp. 1–6). IEEE.

Ranjan, R., & Mandal, S. (2025). Quantification methodologies of three systematic errors of sinusoidal encoders employing two magnitude-to-time-to-digital converter in static and dynamic conditions. Measurement, 253, 117361. Elsevier.

Ranjan, R., Shekhar, A., & Mandal, S. (2025). Development of a tunneling magneto-resistance sensor based orientation detection system for robotic manipulator. In 2025 6th International Conference on Recent Advances in Information Technology (RAIT) (pp. xx–xx). IEEE.

Srijan Bhattacharya | Engineering | Outstanding Contribution Award

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Dr. Srijan Bhattacharya | Engineering | Outstanding Contribution Award

RCC Institute of Information Technology, India

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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Srijan Bhattacharya began his academic journey with a B.E. in Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering from Gandhi Institute of Engineering & Technology, Orissa (2003). He advanced his specialization with an M.Tech in Electrical Engineering (Mechatronics) from NITTTR, Kolkata (2008), where he earned a Gold Medal. He later completed his Ph.D. in Engineering from IIEST Shibpur in 2017, with a research focus on IPMC-based soft actuators.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Bhattacharya has over two decades of academic experience, currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Selection Grade, Level 12) at the RCC Institute of Information Technology, Kolkata. His career spans roles at institutions like Haldia Institute of Technology and Dumkal Polytechnic. He also contributed as a Research Scholar at IIEST Shibpur. At RCCIIT, he has taught across multiple engineering departments, guiding both undergraduate and doctoral students.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN ENGINEERING

His research lies at the intersection of mechatronics, robotics, smart actuators, and instrumentation, with a distinct emphasis on Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC). His contributions include:

  • Development of smart grippers, E-tongue systems, step climbing robots, and air quality detection robots

  • Innovations in sensor integration, actuator optimization, and IPMC-based mechanisms

  • Exploration of machine learning applications in sensor technologies.

🏅 ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

  • Gold Medalist in M.Tech from WBUT (2008)

  • 🎖️ Senior Member, IEEE (2020)

  • 🏅 Recognition of Excellence in Teaching-Learning (2022)

  • 🌟 Special Appreciation for “Connect-to-School” initiative (2023)

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Bhattacharya’s interdisciplinary innovations in soft robotics and actuator systems have:

  • Enhanced robotic manipulation for biomedical and industrial automation

  • Supported curriculum enrichment and AI capacity building in schools

  • Fostered technical leadership through roles in IEEE, TRS, IE(I), and ISOI

  • Influenced robotics outreach as an elected member of The Robotics Society’s Governing Council

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Bhattacharya’s legacy is rooted in:

  • Fostering innovation in soft robotics

  • Mentoring future technologists through research supervision, including PhD scholars

  • Creating IPMC-based bioinspired systems for smart sensing and gripping

  • Expanding India’s knowledge base in mechatronics and intelligent systems

  • Spearheading AI and sensor-based research for educational transformation

He is poised to further influence robot-assisted sensing, bio-compatible devices, and STEM outreach programs.

 ✅CONCLUSION

Dr. Srijan Bhattacharya exemplifies the fusion of academic rigor and applied engineering innovation. With deep roots in IPMC actuator research, he has built a robust foundation for future technologies in robotics, sensor systems, and intelligent automation. His continuous involvement in national-level capacity building and student mentoring underlines his commitment to excellence, education, and engineering advancement.

🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

Quantum-based Robotics in the High-Tech Healthcare Industry: Innovations and Applications
Authors: [Not provided in your input]
Publication Type: Book Chapter
Citations: 19
Year: [Likely 2020 or later – year not specified]

Development of Smart Tongue using Ionic Polymer Metal Composite for Robotic Applications
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Publication Type: Conference Paper
Citations: 0
Year: Likely 2023 (matches AIR 2023 conference)

Similarity Analysis of IPMC and EMG Signal With Comparative Study of Statistical Features
Authors: A. Paul, N. Dey, S. Bhattacharya
Journal/Book: Advancements in Instrumentation and Control in Applied System Applications
Citations: 4
Year: 2020

Anticipation of Actuation Properties of IPMC for Soft Robotic Gripper
Authors: S. Bhattacharya, P. Tiwary, A. Shayaque, B. Bepari, S. Bhaumik
Conference Proceedings: 2nd International Conference on Communication, Devices and Computing
Citations: 4
Year: 2019

Advancements in Instrumentation and Control in Applied System Applications
Author: S. Bhattacharya
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-2584-5
Citations: 2
Year: 2020