Baisravan HomChaudhuri

Baisravan HomChaudhuri is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Materials, and Aerospace Engineering at the Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech), part of the Armour College of Engineering. His expertise lies in control systems and optimization, with a focus on model predictive control, connected vehicle systems, and motion planning.

Education:

• Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Cincinnati, 2013
• M.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Cincinnati, 2010
• B.E. Electrical Engineering, Jadavpur University, 2007

Research interests emphasize optimal control strategies for autonomous systems, energy-efficient vehicle control, and stochastic reachability analysis. His work integrates machine learning, distributed optimization, and real-time control for applications in robotics, transportation, and smart grids. Recent studies include eco-driving for hybrid vehicles, collision avoidance under uncertainty, and cooperative control of multi-agent systems.

His publications highlight advancements in connected vehicle networks, robust MPC frameworks, and safety-critical motion planning. Notable contributions include fuel-efficient control algorithms for urban traffic and distributed optimization methods for resource allocation in cyber-physical systems.

Scientific Awards:

• MMAE Excellence in Teaching Award (2022)
• Best Student Paper Award at International Conference on Hybrid Systems (2017)

His research is supported by grants focused on hybrid systems, smart transportation, and stochastic control. He advises students in applied control systems and collaborates with industry on connected vehicle technologies. Office: Rettaliata Engineering Center 247.