Nithin Krishnan

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science

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Nithin Krishnan is a researcher specializing in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) design, autonomous flight systems, and embedded robotics. His most cited work, "Design and Development of Drone" (2022, 6 citations), presents a comprehensive framework for building drones that can operate either through remote control or autonomously via software-driven flight plans integrated with onboard sensors and GPS. This contribution addresses the critical transition of UAVs from primarily military applications to broader civilian and commercial uses, emphasizing practical design methodologies for embedded systems. Krishnan's research has helped demystify drone development, making it more accessible for engineers and students entering the field of aerial robotics. His work is notable for bridging the gap between theoretical flight control concepts and tangible hardware implementation, with his 2022 paper serving as a foundational reference for those exploring autonomous navigation and sensor integration. By focusing on the synergy between software-defined flight plans and real-time environmental sensing, Krishnan continues to advance the capabilities of modern UAVs, positioning his research at the intersection of robotics, control systems, and applied engineering.