Siva Vignesh Krishnan

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

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Siva Vignesh Krishnan is a robotics researcher focused on developing practical, low-cost automation solutions for everyday challenges. His work spans two key areas: library management systems and agricultural robotics. In his most cited paper, "Development of an RFID-Based Semi-autonomous Robotic Library Management System" (2020, 5 citations), Krishnan introduced a novel robotic solution that automates library inventory management with minimal human intervention. The system uses a line-following robot equipped with multiple sensors and actuators to navigate between bookshelves and drop locations, significantly reducing the labor involved in book arrangement. His second major contribution, "Design of an All-Purpose Terrace Farming Robot" (2022, 3 citations), addresses the growing need for automation in agriculture, specifically tackling the unique challenges of terrace farming—including reliable step-climbing capabilities. This work demonstrates Krishnan's commitment to adapting robotics for non-traditional farming environments. While his citation counts are modest, his research represents important steps toward accessible, semi-autonomous systems for libraries and urban agriculture, making him a promising voice in applied robotics.