Pratap Karmakar

Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute

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Dr. Pratap Karmakar is a researcher at the intersection of soft robotics, advanced materials, and structural health monitoring. His work is defined by two complementary thrusts: pioneering flexible electronics for wearable health systems and engineering robotic solutions for critical infrastructure. His most impactful contribution is the development of a monolithic electronic skin based on multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) embedded in a hyperelastic elastomer. This material, detailed in his 2024 paper (8 citations), achieves ultra-high stretchability, enabling robust, skin-conforming sensors for continuous human health monitoring—a significant step toward next-generation wearable diagnostics. In parallel, Dr. Karmakar has advanced the field of pipeline inspection robotics. His 2021 studies (totaling 11 citations) present the experimental performance and design modeling of a novel Pipeline Inspection Robot (PIR) for underground networks, addressing a pressing need for autonomous, non-destructive evaluation of aging urban infrastructure. By bridging soft material innovation with practical robotic design, Dr. Karmakar’s work demonstrates a rare ability to translate fundamental materials science into deployable engineering solutions, making him a notable emerging voice in both healthcare and industrial automation.