Rathindranath Maiti
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Indian Institute of Technology Indore
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About
Rathindranath Maiti is a mechanical engineer whose research sits at the intersection of precision robotics and novel hydraulic power transmission. His most impactful work focuses on the stress and strain behavior of harmonic drives—critical components in industrial robotic joints. In his highly cited 2018 study, Maiti conducted a detailed finite element analysis of the flex gear cup in a strain wave gearing system, comparing the effects of a conventional cam versus a novel split-cam design. His key finding—that the split cam reduces stress concentrations and improves kinematic performance—offers a tangible pathway to more durable and accurate robotic actuators. This work has garnered 28 citations, reflecting its relevance to researchers in robotics and mechanical design. Earlier in his career, Maiti also contributed a novel concept for a torque amplifier based on alternating flow hydraulics and orbital rotary piston motor principles. While less cited, this 2002 paper demonstrates his long-standing interest in rethinking fundamental power transmission mechanisms. Together, his contributions bridge theoretical stress analysis with inventive mechanical design, offering practical solutions for improving the reliability and efficiency of robotic and hydrostatic systems.
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