Pooja Makula

Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad, Indian Institute of Information Technology Sri City

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Pooja Makula is a robotics researcher whose work centers on the development of intelligent, human-interactive robotic systems designed to reduce manual effort and enhance safety in everyday and hazardous environments. Her research, concentrated in 2015, focuses on personal robotic assistants controlled through intuitive, multimodal interfaces — most notably voice commands, smartphone tilt-gestures, and Android-based platforms — making robotic technology more accessible and user-friendly. Makula's most recognized contribution, "A Voice-Controlled Personal Assistant Robot," has garnered 49 citations, establishing it as a foundational reference in the field of voice-driven human-robot interaction. Across her portfolio of five closely related publications, she consistently explores the intersection of smart robotics, mobile technology, and multimodal control systems, demonstrating a focused and productive research agenda. Her work on multimodal controls — allowing humans to direct robots through multiple communication channels simultaneously — reflects a forward-thinking approach to human-robot collaboration. With a cumulative citation count exceeding 70, Makula's contributions have meaningfully influenced researchers working on assistive robotics and smart automation, particularly those exploring low-cost, smartphone-integrated solutions for personal and domestic robotic assistants.