About Me

My Journey Into Robotics

I’m Akshar Chauhan, a mechanical engineer and roboticist inspired by the elegance of machines and their ability to transform how we live and work. For me, every mechanism tells a story—of motion, force, and precision—and I have always been driven to uncover how these stories can shape the future of robotics.

My journey began with a fascination for the hidden workings of everyday machines. This curiosity led me to pursue a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering at Nirma University, where I explored design engineering, automation, and robotics systems. Alongside my studies, I led and mentored in the university’s Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) Club, guiding projects that won national competitions and represented India internationally.

Today, I am pursuing my Master’s in Robotics and Intelligent Autonomous Systems at the University of Cincinnati, where I am expanding my expertise in autonomous systems, robotics research, and interdisciplinary applications. My path has transformed me from a student curious about mechanisms into a researcher passionate about creating purposeful, intelligent systems that merge mechanics, autonomy, and design..

Human-Centred Robotics & Innovation

I believe robotics should not only showcase engineering excellence but also serve as a tool to reduce repetitive human effort, enhance safety, and expand human capabilities. This belief has guided much of my project and research work.

I have designed and developed a variety of robotic systems—each with the goal of solving real-world challenges:

• Autonomous Reconfigurable Load Carrier capable of carrying 50 kg loads and climbing stairs, reducing human strain in logistics.

• AssessWrist, a rehabilitation device designed with encoders and Simulink models to provide precise motion analysis and assist recovery.

• Bat-Inspired Swarm Simulation, in collaboration with UC’s Biology Department, where I modeled and replicated bat-like navigation using MATLAB and Pololu 3pi+ robots to study collective, collision-free movement.

• Agastya AUV, a fully autonomous underwater vehicle developed in-house with my university team, designed for exploration and competition on an international stage.

Whether it’s reconfigurable carriers, assistive exoskeletons, or biologically inspired swarm systems, I strive to build robots where mechanics and intelligence blend seamlessly—machines that adapt to people, environments, and purposes.

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  • AssessWrist hardware setup.

  • Agastya AUV in testing pool.

  • ARLC robot on stairs.

  • Pololu 3pi+ robots in swarm experiment.

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