K R Prathima
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1
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8
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About
K R Prathima is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of agricultural robotics and intelligent automation, with a focus on solving critical labor shortages in Indian farming. Her most cited paper, "Pneumatic Controlled Smart Arecanut Plucking Robot with Raspberry Pi" (2019, 8 citations), addresses the dangerous and skilled task of arecanut harvesting. By integrating a Raspberry Pi with pneumatic controls, she designed a robotic system that climbs trees and plucks nuts, reducing the risk of fatal falls for human laborers. This work exemplifies her broader contribution: applying affordable, smart technologies to high-risk agricultural tasks. Prathima’s research not only improves safety but also offers a scalable solution for smallholder farmers facing labor scarcity. Her achievements highlight a practical, human-centered approach to engineering, where innovation directly addresses real-world challenges in rural livelihoods.
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- 1Pneumatic Controlled Smart Arecanut Plucking Robot with Raspberry Pi8 citations · 2019