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Dhruba Jyoti Sut is an emerging robotics researcher whose work spans soft robotics, mobile sensing systems, industrial automation, and assistive healthcare technologies. His most recognized contribution is a comprehensive review of soft manipulators for robotic applications (2023), which has garnered 40 citations and established him as a valuable synthesizer of knowledge in the rapidly growing field of soft robotics. His research on soft actuator design and optimization further demonstrates a hands-on commitment to advancing compliant robotic grasping systems. Beyond soft robotics, Sut has made meaningful contributions to safety and environmental monitoring through his development of a GPS-integrated mobile robot capable of real-time hazardous gas detection, reflecting a strong concern for human safety in industrial and environmental contexts. His work extends into healthcare robotics, with multiple projects designing assistive humanoid robots to support isolated and vulnerable patients — work made especially relevant during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sut also explores industrial process optimization, integrating Taguchi methods, fuzzy logic, and machine learning to improve robotic painting operations. With a cumulative citation count exceeding 70, his diverse portfolio signals a researcher bridging theoretical design with real-world humanitarian and industrial impact.