About

My name is Shruthi Sudheendra

I’m a junior at Carnegie Mellon University pursuing a double major in Mechanical Engineering & Robotics, with a focus on human-robot interaction and assistive technologies.

My experiences range from developing a low-cost surgical foot pedal at Aurolab (part of Aravind Eye Care System) that advanced accessible healthcare, to designing wearable haptic feedback systems in CMU’s NeuroMechatronics Lab for motor learning and rehabilitation. I’ve also worked on AI-powered natural language interfaces for robotic control, disaster-recovery robots, and inclusive design projects for people with Parkinson’s.

Beyond engineering, I lead CMU Abhinaya, our Indian classical dance team, and founded FemCric, an initiative amplifying women’s cricket. I thrive at the intersection of technology, creativity, and social impact—whether through research, product design, or storytelling.