Tanveer Saleh

International Islamic University Malaysia, National University of Singapore

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Tanveer Saleh’s research lies at the intersection of soft robotics, rehabilitation technology, and autonomous manufacturing systems, with a focus on creating innovative, application-driven robotic solutions. He is best known for his work on a PDMS-based dual-channel pneumatic micro-actuator, which introduced a novel bellows structure fabricated through sacrificial molding—a contribution that has garnered 21 citations and advanced the design of soft, flexible actuators for delicate tasks. His earlier work on a gyroscopically stabilized single-wheeled robot (16 citations) demonstrated his long-standing interest in unconventional locomotion and dynamic stability. Saleh has also made meaningful contributions to assistive technology, developing a Shape Memory Alloy (SMA)-based hand for stroke rehabilitation, addressing a critical need in Malaysia where thousands suffer from post-stroke immobility. More recently, he has explored modular and hexapod robotic platforms for autonomous machining, aiming to miniaturize and mobilize traditionally bulky CNC tools. His work is characterized by a practical, problem-solving approach that bridges fundamental robotics research with real-world manufacturing and medical applications, making him a notable figure in the field of applied robotics.