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Dr. Muhammad Jalal is a leading roboticist specializing in inspection robotics for critical energy infrastructure. His research focuses on developing specialized robotic systems for the power generation and transmission sectors, addressing the challenges of inspecting hazardous and confined environments. Dr. Jalal’s major contributions include pioneering hybrid locomotion mechanisms for in-pipe inspection robots, a field where his seminal 2012 review has garnered 97 citations. He has designed and deployed a series of practical robots for thermal power plants, including the Platform Deployment Arm (PDA) for boiler header inspection and the “LS-01” robot, both of which have significantly improved the safety and efficiency of routine maintenance. His work extends to transmission line inspection, with the conceptual design and development of a three-arm robot. Notably, his research has been directly applied by Tenaga Nasional Berhad, Malaysia’s primary utility company. Dr. Jalal has also advanced mobile robotics for radiation mapping in indoor environments. With a portfolio of highly cited papers and a strong focus on real-world deployment, his work is essential reading for students and researchers interested in field robotics, mechatronics, and the application of autonomous systems to industrial inspection.