Mishal Sarfraz

University of Engineering and Technology Lahore

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Mishal Sarfraz is a rising researcher in control systems and robotics, with a focused interest in fractional-order control and autonomous mobile platforms. Her most cited work, "Fractional Order Controller Design for Self-Balancing Two-Wheeled Robot and Performance Comparison Using Different Optimization Techniques" (2022, 4 citations), addresses the longstanding challenge of stabilizing inherently unstable systems, drawing parallels to the classic inverted pendulum on a cart. In this paper, Sarfraz not only models and simulates a two-wheeled self-balancing robot but also pioneers the application of fractional-order controllers—a more flexible and robust alternative to traditional integer-order controllers—and rigorously compares their performance using multiple optimization techniques. This contribution is significant for advancing the practical deployment of balancing robots in applications like personal transport and service robotics. Though early in her career, Sarfraz’s work demonstrates a strong command of nonlinear dynamics, optimization, and control theory, laying a foundation for future innovations in autonomous systems. Her research is particularly valuable for students and engineers seeking to understand how fractional calculus can enhance real-time control in mechatronic systems.