Diwakar Bista

Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel Hospital

Papers

Total Citations

381

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About

Diwakar Bista is a leading voice in the convergence of advanced manufacturing and renewable energy systems. His primary research areas include smart manufacturing, industrial automation, and sustainable energy technologies. Bista’s most influential contribution is his comprehensive 2020 review, "Challenges, Opportunities and Future Directions of Smart Manufacturing: A State of Art Review," which has garnered 379 citations. This seminal work systematically maps the integration of big data, artificial intelligence, and advanced robotics into manufacturing processes, providing a critical roadmap for optimizing energy and workforce efficiency in Industry 4.0. Beyond manufacturing, Bista has innovated in renewable energy with his work on a "Smart solar photovoltaic panel cleaning system." This project addresses the critical issue of dust accumulation degrading solar panel performance, proposing a fully automated solution to maintain efficiency. While this specific paper has 2 citations, it reflects his applied engineering approach to real-world sustainability challenges. Bista’s research bridges the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical implementations, making him a key figure for students and researchers exploring the future of intelligent, energy-efficient industrial systems.