Dr. Sivakumar Rathinam

Professor

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Biography

Sivakumar Rathinam is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University. He is also a Faculty Fellow at the Mechanical Engineering Industry Advisory Council and affiliated with the Department of Computer Science & Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Systems Engineering, an M.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, all from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Rathinam has extensive experience in motion planning, control for autonomous vehicles, collaborative decision-making, combinatorial optimization, and vision-based air traffic control. With a strong focus on artificial intelligence, he has made significant contributions to both teaching and research in these areas. His accolades include various awards for teaching excellence and research contribution, reflecting his commitment to educating future engineers and advancing knowledge in his field.

Research Interests

Awards

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IEEE ICRA Paper Finalist Award

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Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award

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Outstanding Faculty Contribution Award

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Outstanding Faculty Contribution Award

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Paper Runner-Up Award

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.