Koushik Maharatna
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2
Total Citations
729
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2
About
Koushik Maharatna is a pioneering researcher whose work bridges the gap between advanced computing architectures and human-robot interaction, particularly for neurodevelopmental applications. His most celebrated contribution, the comprehensive survey "50 Years of CORDIC: Algorithms, Architectures, and Applications" (2009, 574 citations), stands as a seminal reference in the field of digital signal processing. This work masterfully chronicles the evolution of CORDIC—a shift-add algorithm enabling efficient computation of trigonometric, hyperbolic, and other functions—highlighting its enduring relevance in modern VLSI design and embedded systems. Maharatna’s expertise extends into assistive robotics, as demonstrated by his influential study "How children with autism spectrum disorder behave and explore the 4-dimensional environment during a joint attention induction task with a robot" (2014, 155 citations). This research provides critical insights into how robotic platforms can facilitate social engagement in children with ASD, analyzing their spatial-temporal exploration patterns. By integrating hardware-efficient algorithm design with socially assistive technology, Maharatna has made impactful contributions that resonate across engineering and clinical domains, with his CORDIC review remaining a foundational resource for students and researchers alike.
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- 150 Years of CORDIC: Algorithms, Architectures, and Applications574 citations · 2009
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