Advancing Cybersecurity in Smart Factories Through Autonomous Robotic Defenses

Ashutosh Kumar Bhatt is working as Associate Professor in School of Computer Science and Information Technology, Uttarakhand Open University, Haldwani. He is also Director In-charge, School of Vocational Education and ICT, and Deputy Controller of Examination. His work area of research was Artificial Neural Network. He has more than 17 years of teaching and research experience in various organizations of repute for PG & UG courses of Computer Science & IT. More than 12 SCIE/ESCI and more than 55 Scopus indexed research publications are credited to him in reputed National/International Journals. He is life member of CSI(Computer Society of India) and previously member of IEEE. He had served as State Student Coordinator of Region I Uttarakhand of CSI (for three year) and also served as Secretary of Uttarakhand ACM Professional Chapter. He is awarded by the significant contribution award by CSI for the year 2012-13 and Distinguished Professor award by CSI Mumbai Chapter. He has published and edited number of books e.g. C# Programming using Dot Net Framework, Technology Enabled Learning, Introduction to Computers with basics of Programming, Artificial Intelligence for Societal Development and Global Well-Being etc.

Muneer Khan is an accomplished professional in the field of electrical engineering, with a strong background in both academia and industry. He holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University, specializing in intelligent and connected devices, sensors, Embedded AI, semiconductor physics, and integrated photonics. Khan has extensive experience in research and applied science, having worked as an Applied Scientist at Harvard University and as a Research Assistant at Columbia University’s Laboratory of Unconventional Electronics. He has credited a couple of internships in France, Russia and India. His work spans a variety of advanced technologies, including PCB design, machine learning algorithms, hardware inspection, and robotic sensors. In addition to his academic and research roles, Khan is a successful entrepreneur, having founded Cadre Technologies Services and PICAR Technologies. His ventures focus on AI, machine learning, and assistive technologies, among other areas. He has been recognized for his contributions to science and technology with numerous awards, including the Distinguished Young Scientist Award from the Government of India and multiple accolades from academic institutions. Khan’s work has led to several patents, publications, and significant funding, including a $2 million seed fund from the National Science Foundation for his startup. His technical skills are broad, encompassing programming, circuit design, and advanced testing procedures, and he has been involved in various innovative projects and product developments across his career.

Shantanu Awasthi has an extensive academic background, holding a Ph.D. in Mathematics from North Dakota State University, an M.S. in Mathematics from Virginia State University, and a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology. His professional experience spans several academic and industry roles, including positions as an Assistant Professor of Data Analytics at Missouri Southern State University and Data Science roles at various institutions, such as Sense 360 and the University of North Dakota. His research interests focus on stochastic processes, machine learning, and deep learning, with publications in journals like the Journal of Safety Research and the Journal of Stochastic Analysis. In addition to his research, Shantanu has presented his work at notable conferences, including the North American Meetings of the Regional Science Association International and the SIAM Northern States Section Student Chapter Conference. His teaching experience covers data science, statistics, and mathematics courses at multiple universities. He has also earned several honors, including a Graduate Student Travel Grant and a Department Research Award. Furthermore, he holds certifications in actuarial sciences, SAS programming, and deep learning. [Editor]