Rahul Prajesh
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1
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19
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About
Rahul Prajesh is a researcher whose work sits at the exciting intersection of flexible electronics, sensor technology, and agricultural engineering. His primary research focus is the development of low-cost, highly sensitive tactile sensors for practical applications, most notably in precision agriculture. Prajesh’s major contribution is the creation of a novel, lithography-free capacitive sensor that uses a nanoneedle-patterned PDMS dielectric layer to estimate fruit ripeness by sensing mechanical stiffness and firmness. This work, published in 2022 and garnering 19 citations, demonstrates a significant leap toward affordable, non-destructive quality assessment in the food supply chain. By replacing complex, expensive fabrication methods with a scalable approach, Prajesh is helping to democratize sensor technology. His achievements highlight a clear talent for translating materials science into tangible solutions, making his research particularly relevant for students and engineers interested in the future of smart agriculture, wearable devices, and soft robotics.
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- 1A Novel Sensor for Fruit Ripeness Estimation Using Lithography Free Approach19 citations · 2022