Swastik Pradhan

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Total Citations

116

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About

Swastik Pradhan is a robotics researcher whose work centers on the design and development of in-pipe inspection robots—autonomous systems built to navigate hazardous, confined, and often inaccessible pipeline environments. His most significant contribution is a comprehensive review paper that surveys various types of in-pipe inspection robots, which has garnered over 100 citations, reflecting its importance as a foundational reference in the field. Pradhan’s research addresses critical design challenges, including adaptive wheel mechanisms for traversing pipes of varying diameters, as seen in his work on an adaptive wheel-driven pipeline inspection robot. He has also investigated fundamental design issues related to these robots, emphasizing the goal of eliminating human exposure to dangerous or labor-intensive inspection tasks. Through his publications, Pradhan has helped advance the practical deployment of robotic systems for infrastructure maintenance, particularly in industries where pipeline integrity is crucial. His work continues to influence researchers and engineers working on robotic solutions for confined-space exploration and hazardous environment monitoring.