Rahul Rai
About Rahul Rai
Rahul Rai is a Research and Development Scientist at Inria in Lille, France, where he has worked since 2021. He specializes in developing haptic feedback systems and has a strong academic background in biomedical engineering and virtual reality.
Work at Inria
Rahul Rai has been employed as a Research and Development Scientist at Inria since 2021. He works in Lille, Hauts-de-France, France, where he focuses on developing innovative technologies. His current role involves significant contributions to research in haptic feedback systems, which are essential for enhancing user interaction in virtual environments.
Education and Expertise
Rahul Rai holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Haptics and Virtual Reality from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, which he completed from 2017 to 2021. He also earned a Master's Degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he obtained an Engineer’s Degree in Electronics Instrumentation & Control Engineering from Government Engineering College, Bikaner, from 2011 to 2015. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in haptic feedback and virtual reality technologies.
Background
Before joining Inria, Rahul Rai gained experience as a Project Assistant at the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, where he worked in the field of Biomedical/Medical Engineering from 2016 to 2017. His academic journey includes significant research and development in haptic technologies, which has shaped his career trajectory towards immersive technologies.
Research Interests
Rahul Rai has a keen interest in developing haptic feedback systems, specifically for gloves, whole body suits, and simulators. His enthusiasm for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies drives his research and development efforts. He is actively involved in projects that explore the integration of haptic feedback in virtual environments to enhance user experiences.