Kartik Talamadupula
Arizona State University, IBM Research - Thomas J. Watson Research Center
Papers
8
Total Citations
287
H-Index
7
About
Kartik Talamadupula is a leading researcher in artificial intelligence, specializing in human-robot teaming, automated planning, and human-robot interaction. His work focuses on enabling robots to operate effectively in dynamic, open-world environments, particularly in high-stakes scenarios like Urban Search and Rescue (USAR). Talamadupula’s major contributions include developing planning frameworks that allow robots to reason about human beliefs and intentions, fostering seamless coordination in mixed teams. His seminal paper, "Planning for human-robot teaming in open worlds" (86 citations), and "Tell me when and why to do it!" (60 citations) are foundational, introducing methods for robots to explain their actions and adapt to changing conditions. He also pioneered the concept of "planning for serendipity" (34 citations), exploring how robots can exploit unexpected opportunities during task execution. With over 280 cumulative citations, his research has shaped the field of human-robot collaboration. Notably, his recent work on Robotic Process Automation (RPA) extends his expertise into business process automation, demonstrating the versatility of his planning approaches. Talamadupula’s contributions are essential reading for anyone interested in building intelligent, collaborative autonomous systems.
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Top Papers
- 1Planning for human-robot teaming in open worlds86 citations · 2010
- 2Tell me when and why to do it!60 citations · 2012
- 3Coordination in human-robot teams using mental modeling and plan recognition57 citations · 2014
- 4Planning for serendipity34 citations · 2015
- 5Integrating a Closed World Planner with an Open World Robot: A Case Study31 citations · 2010
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- 7A formal framework for studying interaction in human-robot societies7 citations · 2016
- 8Can You Teach Robotic Process Automation Bots New Tricks?3 citations · 2022