Rakesh Joshi
Papers
2
Total Citations
4
H-Index
2
About
Rakesh Joshi is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of robotics, environmental monitoring, and engineering education. His primary research focus is the development of semi-autonomous aquatic platforms for environmental data acquisition, with a particular emphasis on water quality assessment and agricultural runoff analysis. Joshi’s major contribution is the conception and iterative redesign of the STRIDER platform—a self-propelled, semi-autonomous robotic vessel designed to automate water sampling, depth profiling, and microbial content documentation in surface waters. This system addresses critical challenges in environmental research by enabling precise, repeatable data collection without the need for constant human supervision. While his most-cited papers currently hold modest citation counts of two each, their significance extends beyond bibliometrics: the STRIDER project has served as a foundational senior design experience for multiple engineering students at his university, blending hands-on robotics with real-world environmental science. Joshi’s work exemplifies how applied engineering can both advance research and train the next generation of problem-solvers in sustainable technology.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2