Research
Research Themes
Research at the Centre of Excellence on Biologically Inspired Robots and Drones focuses on the development, analysis, and deployment of intelligent robotic systems. The centre brings together researchers from multiple disciplines to design robotic platforms capable of operating robustly in complex and dynamic environments.
Our work spans autonomous navigation, learning-based control, human–robot interaction, bio-inspired design, and field robotics. A strong emphasis is placed on experimental validation, integrated system design, and translating fundamental research into real-world robotic applications.
Research Verticals
Human-Centred and Assistive Robotics
This vertical focuses on robotic systems designed to interact safely and effectively with humans. Research includes assistive technologies, wearable robotics, rehabilitation systems, and collaborative robots that augment human capability and improve quality of life.
View Details →Soft, Compliant and Bio-Inspired Robotic Systems
Inspired by biological organisms, this research explores soft materials, compliant actuation, adaptive morphology, and novel mechanisms that allow robots to operate safely and efficiently in unstructured environments.
View Details →Autonomous Field Robotics
This vertical studies robotic systems capable of operating in real-world environments such as agriculture, disaster response, infrastructure inspection, and aerial exploration. The work integrates sensing, perception, navigation, and robust autonomous decision-making.
View Details →Code Repository
iitd-bird-robotics
Official GitHub organisation for CoE-BIRD — code for the centre's projects.
Featured Projects
Autonomous Mobile Cobot for Pick-and-Place Operations
A mobile collaborative robot capable of autonomous navigation and manipulation for pick-and-place tasks.