Soumen Mondal

University of California, Berkeley, Jadavpur University

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Soumen Mondal is a versatile researcher whose work spans planetary astronomy and advanced manufacturing. In the field of astrophysics, he contributed to the Taiwan-America Occultation Survey (TAOS), a project that uses an array of four robotic telescopes at Lulin Observatory in Taiwan to detect stellar occultations by small, icy bodies in the outer Solar System. This work, published in 2006, aims to determine the population of Trans-Neptunian Objects, providing critical data on the formation and evolution of the Solar System. With 7 citations, this study remains a foundational reference for occultation-based surveys of distant minor planets. More recently, Mondal has applied his technical expertise to robotics and materials processing. His 2021 study on laser engraving using the uArm Swift Pro robot explores the efficiency of non-traditional machining on wooden surfaces, achieving 3 citations for its practical insights into automated manufacturing. This work demonstrates his ability to bridge theoretical research with hands-on engineering, highlighting the versatility of robotic systems in precision tasks. Mondal’s career reflects a unique blend of cosmic exploration and industrial innovation, making him a researcher of diverse impact.