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K. T. V. Grattan is a pioneering researcher in mechatronics, robotics, and advanced sensor systems, with a particular focus on integrating optical fibre sensors with mobile platforms. His work bridges the gap between precision measurement and autonomous robotic control. Grattan’s major contributions include the development of self-running piezoelectric robots driven by traveling waves, which offer low-cost, high-load-ratio solutions for confined spaces and underwater applications—a study that has garnered 28 citations. He also advanced mobile robot navigation using fish-eye lens visual sensors, enabling omnidirectional environmental perception for autonomous control. His research on mechatronic angle measurement systems, analyzing circular raster scales and rotary encoders, has contributed to high-precision metrology. Notably, Grattan designed a novel mobile wireless sensor network platform that deploys optical fibre sensors in remote and harsh environments, combining the durability of fibre optics with robotic flexibility. With a career spanning from foundational navigation systems to cutting-edge piezoelectric robotics, Grattan’s work demonstrates a sustained impact on intelligent sensing and autonomous systems, inspiring new generations of researchers in mechatronics and sensor integration.