Smitha Ankanahalli Shankaregowda

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Dr. Smitha Ankanahalli Shankaregowda is a leading researcher in flexible electronics and self-powered sensor systems, with a primary focus on advancing smart skin technologies for robotics and artificial intelligence. Her most influential work, the 2016 paper "Self-Powered Analogue Smart Skin," has garnered 168 citations and represents a breakthrough in creating tactile sensing systems that operate without external power sources. This innovation addresses two critical challenges in robotics: enhancing sensory resolution while simultaneously conserving energy to extend robot standby times. By developing an analogue smart skin capable of precisely detecting contact locations through self-powering mechanisms, Dr. Shankaregowda has contributed foundational knowledge to the field of biomimetic electronic skins. Her research bridges materials science, energy harvesting, and artificial intelligence, offering practical solutions for more perceptive and energy-efficient robotic systems. This work has significant implications for prosthetics, human-machine interfaces, and autonomous systems, positioning Dr. Shankaregowda as a key contributor to the next generation of intelligent, self-sustaining electronic devices.