P.K.P. Viduranga

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P.K.P. Viduranga is a robotics researcher and engineer based at the Bionics Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Moratuwa, whose work focuses on assistive and rehabilitative technologies for industrial and medical applications. His primary research areas include robotic exoskeletons, biomimetic prosthetics, and human augmentation systems. Viduranga’s most notable contribution is the **ChairX**, a robotic exoskeleton chair designed to support industrial workers who must maintain prolonged crouched postures. This wearable device acts as a customizable chair to relieve lower extremity strain, addressing critical ergonomic challenges in manufacturing and logistics. With 24 citations, ChairX has gained recognition for its practical impact on occupational health. He is also the lead developer of the **iGrasp Hand**, a 19-degree-of-freedom transradial robotic hand prosthesis featuring a novel clutching mechanism and under-actuated tendon-based actuation. Although newer, this work demonstrates his commitment to advancing affordable, functional bionic solutions for differently-abled individuals. Viduranga’s research bridges the gap between cutting-edge biomechanics and real-world usability, making him a rising figure in the field of assistive robotics.