S. I. Arpitha Shankar

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Dr. S. I. Arpitha Shankar is a robotics researcher specializing in multi-robot systems and sensor fusion for autonomous navigation in indoor environments. Her work addresses the critical challenge of enabling multiple robots to operate collaboratively and safely in shared, dynamic spaces. Her most-cited paper, "Sensor fusion based multiple robot navigation in an indoor environment" (2024, 4 citations), presents a framework that integrates data from multiple sensors to improve localization and path planning for robot teams. In a related study, "Occupancy Grid Map for a Multi-Robot System Using LiDAR" (2023, 2 citations), she developed a method for constructing shared environmental maps using LiDAR data, a foundational step for coordinated movement. Though early in her career, Dr. Shankar’s contributions are already shaping the practical deployment of multi-robot systems in logistics, warehousing, and smart buildings. Her focus on sensor fusion and occupancy mapping addresses key bottlenecks in real-world robotics, promising safer and more efficient autonomous operations. As her citation record grows, she is emerging as a promising voice in the field of cooperative robotics.