Sahaj Saxena

Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology

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Sahaj Saxena is a researcher at the intersection of robotics, precision agriculture, and cybersecurity, with a focus on developing resilient and optimized autonomous systems. His most impactful work, "Optimal Design of Quadcopter Chassis Using Generative Design and Lightweight Materials to Advance Precision Agriculture" (2024, 16 citations), addresses a critical challenge in UAV design: creating a lightweight yet robust chassis to improve thrust-to-weight and power-to-weight ratios for enhanced flight performance in agricultural applications. This contribution is pivotal for enabling more efficient crop monitoring and spraying. In parallel, Saxena tackles the growing threat of cyberattacks on physical systems. His paper "CyRRA: Cyberattack Resilient Robotic Arm" (2022, 3 citations) introduces a framework to safeguard robotic manipulators from vulnerabilities introduced by internet-based control interconnections. By combining generative design for hardware optimization with cybersecurity for software resilience, Saxena’s work demonstrates a holistic approach to engineering safer, more efficient autonomous systems. His research is particularly relevant for students and engineers seeking to integrate lightweight materials and robust control in next-generation robotics.