Khushal Thakur

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Khushal Thakur is a rising researcher at the intersection of robotics, computer vision, and the Internet of Things (IoT), whose work is shaping how autonomous systems perceive and interact with the world. His most impactful contributions focus on enabling mobile robots to navigate and operate intelligently in human-centric environments. Thakur’s top-cited paper (40 citations) presents a real-time computer-vision approach for object detection and recognition, allowing service robots to navigate indoor spaces efficiently. He has also advanced autonomous mapping through Active SLAM in social indoor settings (22 citations), addressing the critical challenge of robots coexisting with humans. Extending his expertise to connectivity, Thakur has explored LoRaWAN communication for IoT nodes in challenging forest environments (24 citations), demonstrating a commitment to robust, real-world deployment. His work on IoT in agriculture (7 citations) further highlights his versatility in applying smart technologies to practical sectors. Through these efforts, Thakur is building a foundation for a future where robots and IoT systems seamlessly integrate into daily life, from homes to hospitality and agriculture.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Computer-Vision Based Object Detection and Recognition for Service Robot in Indoor Environment

   40 citations · 2022
2. 2
   Exploration of IoT Nodes Communication Using LoRaWAN in Forest Environment

   24 citations · 2022
3. 3
   Map Making in Social Indoor Environment Through Robot Navigation Using Active SLAM

   22 citations · 2022
4. 4
   Internet of Things in Agriculture Industry: Implementation, Applications, Challenges and Potential

   7 citations · 2023
5. 5
   Understanding Robotics in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry

   2 citations · 2023

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