Arnab Banerjee

University of Auckland, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

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Arnab Banerjee is a researcher whose work bridges the mechanics of contact and the emerging field of origami-inspired engineering. His most significant contribution is a comprehensive critical review on normal directional impact models for rigid body contact simulation, which has garnered 85 citations since 2016. This work provides a foundational synthesis of historical origins and recent developments in contact mechanics, serving as an essential resource for researchers in robotics, multibody dynamics, and computer graphics. More recently, Banerjee has ventured into the tunable nonlinear dynamics of origami-inspired mono-stable truss modules, a 2024 study that explores how geometric folding principles can yield programmable mechanical responses. Though still early in its citation life, this work signals a shift toward adaptive and reconfigurable structures. Banerjee’s research demonstrates a clear trajectory from foundational contact modeling to innovative, geometrically-driven nonlinear dynamics, positioning him as a thoughtful contributor to both classical and cutting-edge mechanical systems. His ability to synthesize historical knowledge while pioneering novel applications makes his work valuable for students and researchers interested in the intersection of rigid body dynamics and smart materials.