N. S. Kuppuswamy

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

N. S. Kuppuswamy is a robotics researcher whose work focuses on the design and development of omnidirectional mobile robots, particularly for competitive and educational applications. His most-cited paper, "Design of an Omnidirectional Robot for FIRA Robosot" (2006), presents a foundational approach to creating agile, multi-directional platforms capable of navigating complex environments—a key challenge in autonomous robotics. This contribution, while modest in citation count at five, reflects an early and practical engagement with the FIRA Robosot competition, where such robots are used to demonstrate advanced maneuverability and real-time control. Kuppuswamy’s work underscores the importance of mechanical design and control integration in enabling robots to perform tasks like object manipulation and dynamic path planning. Beyond this paper, his research has likely informed further studies in robot locomotion and sensor fusion, contributing to the broader field of mobile robotics. For students and researchers, Kuppuswamy’s approach highlights how targeted, application-driven design can yield impactful solutions in competitive robotics, offering a blueprint for balancing simplicity with performance in autonomous systems.