Karthikeyan Velmurugan

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Karthikeyan Velmurugan is a researcher at the forefront of advanced manufacturing and automation, with a primary focus on robotic welding processes and their integration with Industry 4.0 technologies. His work centers on enhancing precision and repeatability in microfriction stir welding, a critical technique for joining lightweight materials like aluminum in high-tech industries. His most cited paper, "Microfriction Stir Welding of Aluminium Using ABB IRB 1410 Robot" (2023), demonstrates how intelligent automation can overcome traditional welding limitations, achieving superior accuracy through reprogrammable robotic systems. This contribution is particularly significant for sectors demanding flawless joints, such as aerospace and automotive manufacturing. With 3 citations and growing recognition, Velmurugan’s research bridges the gap between conventional welding methods and smart factory ecosystems. His notable achievement lies in proving that industrial robots like the ABB IRB 1410 can be precisely tuned for microfriction stir welding, paving the way for scalable, automated production lines. For students and researchers, his work offers a compelling case study in how robotics and intelligent technology are reshaping modern manufacturing processes.