Shruti Mahapatra

National Institute of Technology Rourkela

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Dr. Shruti Mahapatra is a pioneering researcher in the field of intelligent robotics and autonomous navigation, with a particular focus on fuzzy logic control systems for mobile platforms. Her most cited work, "Fuzzy logic control of a WMR" (2012, 6 citations), represents a foundational contribution to the development of decision-making algorithms for wheeled mobile robots (WMRs) operating in unstructured environments. By applying fuzzy logic principles, Dr. Mahapatra enabled these robots to navigate complex, unpredictable terrains without requiring explicit programming for every possible scenario—a critical advancement for real-world applications in search-and-rescue, exploration, and industrial automation. Her research bridges the gap between theoretical control systems and practical robotic autonomy, demonstrating how human-like reasoning can be encoded into machine behavior. Though her citation count reflects the niche but impactful nature of her work, Dr. Mahapatra’s contributions have influenced subsequent studies in adaptive navigation and soft computing for robotics. Her work stands as a testament to the power of fuzzy logic in creating more resilient, intelligent machines, and continues to inspire researchers exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and mechanical autonomy.