About

Welcome to my digital workspace! I'm Robin K. Singh, a passionate robotics engineer with a keen interest in decision-making systems for autonomous robots operating in unstructured environments. My journey in robotics has been fueled by a relentless curiosity to explore the boundaries of machine autonomy and adaptability.

Currently, I'm pursuing my M.S. in Robotics at Oregon State University, with a focus on underwater robotic grasping. For my thesis, I've taken on the challenge of quantifying uncertainty and predicting the future pose of objects oscillating underwater under various wave conditions. This work involves developing dynamic grasping algorithms that account for real-time changes in object motion to achieve successful grasps. My research has been recognized by the IEEE OCEANS conference, where I had the opportunity to present my findings.

As a Graduate Research Assistant at the Robotics Decision Making Laboratory (RDML), I’ve built custom ROS2-pyBullet nodes to enable real-time autonomy for underwater robotic systems. My contributions include creating prediction models for object motion, designing safety behaviors such as obstacle avoidance, and conducting extensive testing at the O.H. Hinsdale Wave Research Lab.

Before delving into underwater robotics, I contributed to rider assistance and safety systems at Yatri Motorcycles. My role involved developing crash detection systems, implementing precise navigation algorithms using extended Kalman filters, and designing battery management systems. These experiences have honed my skills in integrating perception, planning, and control modules for real-world robotic applications.

My academic foundation is complemented by hands-on experience in motion planning, SLAM, and dynamics simulation. I’ve worked on projects ranging from autonomous ground vehicles navigating crowded sidewalks to designing gimbal systems for improved camera stability and localization.

Through my research and professional experiences, I aim to push the boundaries of what autonomous systems can achieve in complex and dynamic environments. Whether it’s underwater, on the road, or in unpredictable terrains, my goal is to enable robots to make informed decisions and adapt to their surroundings seamlessly.

Thank you for visiting my page. Let’s connect and explore the fascinating world of robotics together!

Interests

Decision Making

Data Analysis & Visualization

Algorithms

Motion Planning

Robotics

Machine Learning

Software Automation

Multiagent Systems

Education

Oregon State University

MS in Robotics

September 2022 - Present
Relevant Coursework
  • Machine Learning & Data Mining
  • Multiagent Systems
  • Sequential Decision Making

Delhi Technological University

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering

August 2016 - July 2020
Relevant Coursework
  • Operating Systems
  • Microprocessors & Interfacing
  • Control System

Online Certification

Algorithmic Toolbox

Data Structures

Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

Experience

Robotics Decision Making Laboratory (RDML)

Graduate Research Assistant (GRA)
December 2022 - Present
  • Built custom ROS2pyBullet nodes for various autonomy features for real time grasping for Bravo arm.
  • Developed safety behaviors like custom collision monitoring and obstacle avoidance.
  • Created a prediction model for unstructured environment to generate 6-DOF grasp moving objects.

Yatri Motorcycles

July 2020 - July 2021

Robotics & Automation Lead

  • Developed safety and crash detection systems using off-the-shelf components that contacted our company, first responders as well as select contact of rider.
  • Implemented extended Kalman filter in Mapbox for precise navigation, using GPS data for real-time adjustment.

UNICEF Innovation Office

Feb 2018 - Apr 2019

Researcher

  • Worked with an international team of 12 members to develop a 1U CubeSat to study RF connection in poverty- stricken areas (predominantly Africa). Evaluated various available technologies to detect and localize radio signals from space.
  • Studied the feasibility of these technologies for CubeSat. In particular, space-based systems are used to analyze poverty, map schools, and perform disaster monitoring.

Nepal Telecom

May 2019 - July 2019

Student Intern

  • Training about the entire architecture of NTC and all technologies used by Nepal Telcom mainly focusing on GSM, wireless network systems and Optical Fiber.
  • Got the opportunity to work in 3 different domains namely Core, Backbone and Wireless networks under multiple mentors specializing in their respective domains.

Projects

F1tenth autonomous racing

Oct 2024 - Present

Independent Project

  • Uses algorithms to map the environment and track vehicle location using laser scans and odometry data.
  • Implements algorithms like "Follow the Gap" to navigate around static and dynamic obstacles using LiDAR data.
  • Utilizes RRT and RRT* to create waypoints, with Pure Pursuit for smooth trajectory following.

Calculating Option Pricing using the Black-Scholes and SABR Model

Jan 2024 - July 2024

Independent Project

  • Developed a comprehensive Python application for calculating option pricing using the Black-Scholes and SABR models.
  • Implemented Monte Carlo simulations to validate the accuracy of pricing models.
  • Utilized pandas for data manipulation, NumPy for numerical calculations, and Matplotlib for data visualization.
  • Conducted sensitivity analysis on model parameters to understand their impact on option prices.

Motion Planning using D* Lite in an Unknown Environment

Jan 2023 - Mar 2023

Associated with Oregon State University

  • Automated the task of pruning dormant tree branches by solving the motion planning problem of a robotic arm.
  • Integrated map-building with path-planning using D* Lite algorithm to navigate through dense clutter of tree branches.
  • Evaluated the approach using PyBullet simulator, demonstrating effective navigation and pruning.

Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV-DTU)

Head of Embedded Systems and Team Lead
Dec 2017 - Sep 2019
  • Designed and integrated GPS, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), LiDAR, Camera, and Encoder for vehicle localization.
  • Developed the vehicle's control system and power distribution circuit.
  • Participated in the Annual IGVC 2018 (Intelligent Ground Vehicle Competition) at Oakland University.

Team Raftaar DTU

May 2018 - June 2019

Head of Embedded Systems and Innovation

  • Led the electronics team in designing the data collection and display system for the vehicle.
  • Secured 1st prize in Innovation at ASME HPVC, issued by ASME Human Powered Vehicle Competition North America East, 2018.

Publications

Motion-Aware Underwater Robotic Grasping

Robin Kr. Singh, Geoffrey A. Hollinger

IEEE OCEANS, 2024

  • Grasping moving objects underwater presents unique challenges due to the unstructured environment and wave-induced oscillations, which make traditional grasping methods ineffective as objects continuously change pose, resulting in unstable grasps
  • The paper introduces a novel 6-DOF dynamic grasping framework that processes real-time streaming point cloud data from depth video. It tracks the object's motion and predicts its current position using a motion predictor, allowing for adaptive and confident grasp selection.
  • The proposed method was tested on multiple objects under three different wave conditions at the O.H. Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory and validated in the pyBullet simulation environment, achieving an average success rate of 70% across different object configurations and conditions.

Design and modeling of novel plasmonic switches based on phase change materials

Y. Sharma, Robin Kr. Singh, S. Jain, Anuj Dhawan

Plasmonics: Design, Materials, Fabrication, Characterization, and Applications XVIII

  • The research introduces 2-D arrays of gold nanopillars on a gold-coated substrate, coated with vanadium dioxide (VO₂), as novel optical switches. These structures leverage plasmonic modes in the gaps between adjacent nanostructures to achieve high electromagnetic field enhancements.
  • By utilizing the phase transition of VO₂ from a semiconducting to a metallic state (triggered by heating or applied voltage), the plasmonic properties of the nanostructures change, leading to differential reflectance. The study employs Rigorous Coupled Wave Analysis (RCWA) to optimize the structure's switchability.
  • The nanostructures are demonstrated to function as optical switches with unpolarized light and can be optimized for multi-wavelength switching by introducing asymmetries in the design, such as varying gaps or periodicities in different directions.

Manned mars mission risks evaluation

Laura Bettiol, A De La Torre, D Patel, F Oluwafemi, G Kamaletdinova, ROBIN K SINGH, U Heshani, Y Lakmal, A Rivolta, A Sorokin

69th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2018)

  • Mars missions can be seen as a natural step in space exploration, as Earth-like environmental conditions and the length of the interplanetary flight are the most crucial for planetary exploration compared to other celestial bodies of the Solar System. On the other hand, these missions require detailed planning and worldwide collaboration, because of the need of extremely high financial resources and technical capabilities. Many researches focused on different aspects of Mars missions are being conducted in these recent years. They include flight preparation, lift-off, interplanetary journey, habitat and Life Support Systems (LSS) design, Extravehicular Activities (EVA), precise landing, planetary exploration, etc. This paper summarizes identified safety issues that can arise during future Mars missions. Based on the analysis of previous studies, where conditions of the interplanetary flight were studied, including environmental issues, Mars habitat and the spacecraft design were discussed and the spacesuit concept was analyzed, the most critical hazards have been defined and the whole mission has been taken into consideration. In particular, possible failures and hazards for the habitat on Mars, space station and spacesuit, including off-nominal situations and their influence on the safety of the astronauts have been investigated. This work is based on the results of previous projects carried out within the Space Generation Advisory Council’s (SGAC) Space Safety and Sustainability project group, which aims to bring an international and interdisciplinary vision to this topic and discuss it from different perspectives, creating a foundation for further developments.

Skills

Programming Languages

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Frameworks

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Tools

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Contact

My Address

Taylor Avenue

Corvallis

Oregon

Social Profiles

Email

robinvishen@gmail.com

singhrob@oregonstate.edu

Contact

+1 503-606-6182