Srija Makkapati
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Srija Makkapati is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of micro-robotics, optical manipulation, and materials engineering. Her primary research focuses on the remote control of levitating milli-robots, specifically those made from pyrolytic graphite (PyG), which can be manipulated through light-induced thermal effects. In her most cited work, "Effects of optically absorbent coatings on parallel optical control of levitating milli-robots" (2020), she introduced a novel method combining projector technology with optically absorbent coatings to achieve precise, parallel control of multiple levitating robots. This contribution addresses a critical challenge in micro-robotics: enabling scalable, non-contact manipulation without physical tethers. While her citation count is still growing, her work represents a foundational step toward practical applications in micro-assembly, biomedical devices, and lab-on-a-chip systems. Makkapati’s research demonstrates a creative integration of thermal physics and optical engineering, offering a promising pathway for future autonomous micro-systems. Her efforts highlight the potential of optically controlled levitation for advancing precision robotics at the milli-scale.
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