V. Senthilkumar

National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli

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V. Senthilkumar is a researcher at the forefront of integrating generative design, topology optimization, and additive manufacturing to revolutionize industrial robotics. His work focuses on creating lighter, stronger, and more efficient robot arms through computational design and metal-based 3D printing. In his highly cited 2021 paper, "Generative Design and Topology Optimization of Analysis and Repair Work of Industrial Robot Arm Manufactured Using Additive Manufacturing Technology" (21 citations), Senthilkumar demonstrated how to systematically reduce material waste and structural weight while maintaining mechanical integrity—critical for applications like pick-and-place, welding, and assembly. His follow-up 2023 study on "Design and optimization of artificial intelligence robot arm printable by a metal-based additive manufacturing process" (5 citations) extends this approach by incorporating AI-driven design loops, enabling autonomous optimization for complex manufacturing constraints. Senthilkumar’s contributions directly address the limitations of conventional robot arms, offering scalable solutions for industries seeking to enhance performance and sustainability. His work is essential reading for engineers and researchers exploring the synergy between generative design, topology optimization, and additive manufacturing in robotics.