Gagan Khullar
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About
Gagan Khullar is a robotics researcher whose work focuses on advancing the dexterity and sensory capabilities of robot hands and fingers. His primary research areas include soft robotics, tactile sensing, and the mechanical design of dexterous manipulators. Khullar’s major contribution lies in addressing a critical limitation in robotic grasping: the inability to fully cover the joints of multi-fingered hands with soft skin or tactile sensors. He pioneered the use of remote center of motion (RCM) mechanisms in robot fingers, enabling the palmar side of joints—the surface most often in contact with objects—to be nearly completely covered with soft, sensor-rich materials. This innovation enhances both the safety and sensitivity of robotic hands during object interaction. His most cited works, including "A Multi-Fingered Robot Hand with Remote Center of Motion Mechanisms for Covering Joints with Soft Skin" (2021) and "Implementation of a Remote Center of Motion Robot Finger with Tactile Sensors in the Joints" (2019), each have garnered 2 citations, laying foundational groundwork for more sensitive and human-safe robotic manipulation. By integrating tactile sensors directly into joint mechanisms, Khullar’s research paves the way for more adaptive, gentle, and capable robotic hands for applications in manufacturing, healthcare, and assistive robotics.
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