WARANGAL, NOVEMBER 13, 2026: Kakatiya University demonstrated an advanced Dingo mobile robot equipped with LiDAR and a depth camera at the University College of Engineering and Technology (KUCET) on Friday (November 13, 2026), under the RUSA 2.0 research project. The robot showcased its capabilities in autonomous indoor navigation and following a designated person. Final-year B. Tech students witnessed the live demonstration.
The research project, titled “Autonomous Person Follower Robot in Indoor Environment,” is being carried out by the Centre for Cyber-Physical Systems, Kakatiya University, to advance research in autonomous robotics and intelligent navigation.
The project is being implemented under the guidance of RUSA 2.0 University Coordinator R. Mallikarjun Reddy, Centre Director Prof. N. Ramana, and Joint Director Prof. K. Bikshalu. K. Punnam Chandar, Associate Professor, Department of ECE, is the Principal Investigator, while D. Maninder is the Research Project Fellow. Edutech Senior Engineers Murugan and Prakash conducted the demonstration.
The demonstration provided valuable hands-on exposure to students, faculty members and research scholars, promoting awareness of emerging robotic technologies and encouraging research and innovation at Kakatiya University.
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