Sandip Pravin Patel

Columbia University

Papers

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Total Citations

10

H-Index

1

About

Sandip Pravin Patel is a leading researcher at the intersection of robotics, reinforcement learning, and human-robot interaction. His work focuses on developing intelligent autonomous systems that can effectively collaborate with human experts, particularly through uncertainty-aware decision-making frameworks. Patel’s most influential contribution is his pioneering approach to Human-in-the-Loop robotic agents, where he addresses the critical challenge of when an autonomous system should request human assistance. His 2024 paper on this topic, which has already garnered 10 citations, introduces a novel reinforcement learning method that balances autonomy with expert intervention—minimizing errors while avoiding unnecessary human interruptions. This work has significant implications for real-world applications such as autonomous driving, surgical robotics, and industrial automation, where optimal human-robot teamwork is essential. Patel’s research is widely recognized for its practical impact, offering a principled solution to the fundamental trade-off between robotic independence and safety. His contributions continue to shape the next generation of collaborative AI systems, making him a key figure in advancing trustworthy and efficient human-robot collaboration.

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H-Index
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Papers
10
Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Decision Making for Human-in-the-loop Robotic Agents via Uncertainty-Aware Reinforcement Learning
10 citations · 2024
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 7
🏛 Institutions: Columbia University

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