Sukamal Ghosh

Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute

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Dr. Sukamal Ghosh is a pioneering roboticist whose work centers on bio-inspired and hyper-redundant robotic systems, with a particular focus on serpentine locomotion. His most cited paper, "An experimental hyper redundant serpentine robot" (2010, 7 citations), represents a foundational contribution to the field of limbless robotics. In this work, Ghosh systematically explores the mechanics of serpentine movement—one of the most fascinating yet underexplored categories of terrestrial locomotion, alongside wheeled and legged systems. By designing and experimentally validating a hyper-redundant robot that mimics the flexibility and adaptability of biological snakes, he has provided critical insights into how limbless robots can navigate complex, unstructured environments. This research bridges a gap in the literature, as most prior studies had concentrated on wheeled or legged locomotion. Ghosh’s work has inspired subsequent investigations into snake-like robots for search-and-rescue, medical endoscopy, and planetary exploration. His contributions underscore the importance of understanding biological principles to advance robotic design, making him a notable figure in the niche but impactful domain of bio-inspired robotics.