Chaya Hegde

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Chaya Hegde is a robotics researcher whose work focuses on developing autonomous systems for environmental sustainability. Her most notable contribution is the design and creation of "Gar-Bot," an automated garbage collection and segregation robot, detailed in her 2021 paper. This innovative prototype operates in indoor environments, using sensors and intelligent algorithms to detect, classify, and collect waste into three distinct categories—a practical solution to a pressing global problem. With 5 citations, this work has already sparked interest in the intersection of robotics and waste management. Hegde’s research addresses key challenges in autonomous navigation, object recognition, and mechanical design, demonstrating how robotics can be leveraged for real-world environmental impact. Her achievement lies not just in technical execution, but in envisioning a scalable, low-cost system that could transform household and commercial waste handling. For students and researchers, Hegde’s work exemplifies how focused engineering can tackle sustainability issues, inspiring further innovation in service robotics and smart waste infrastructure.