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The Team

About AutoNeX

We bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world industrial impact — bringing academic rigour to the factory floor.

Dr. Binayak Bhandari
Founder & Lead Engineer
Stanford Top 2% Scientist PhD Aerospace Engineering UNSW Postdoctoral Researcher Australian Permanent Resident
Our Story

Building Competitive Manufacturing in Australia

AutoNeX Engineering was founded with a clear mission: help Australian manufacturers compete globally through intelligent automation. We believe world-class robotics and AI systems shouldn't be reserved for multinational corporations — they should be accessible to the mid-market manufacturers who form the backbone of Australia's industrial economy.

The company is led by Dr. Binayak Bhandari, a mechanical and aerospace engineer with over 20 years of experience spanning thermofluids, computational fluid dynamics, robotics, and advanced manufacturing research. Recognised twice as a Stanford Top 2% Scientist (2023, 2025) and a current postdoctoral researcher at UNSW Sydney, Binayak brings both research depth and practical engineering instinct to every engagement.

We don't just advise — we design, prototype, and deliver. Every recommendation we make is backed by engineering analysis and a clear, defensible ROI case.

40+
Peer-Reviewed Publications
3.7k+
Research Citations
20+
Years Engineering Experience
2×
Stanford Top 2% Scientist
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Advisory Board

Our Advisors

Industry and research leaders who guide our technology direction and business strategy.

Prakash Manandhar

Prakash Manandhar, PhD

Multidisciplinary Engineer
Renaissance AI
📍 Massachusetts, United States

Expert in autonomous systems and robotics with 15 years of industry experience.

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What Drives Us

Our Values

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Impact Over Output

We measure success in ROI, uptime, and defect rates — not deliverables delivered. Every engagement has a clear business outcome.

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Research-Backed Rigour

Our solutions are grounded in engineering science. We don't guess — we model, simulate, prototype, and validate.

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Honest Partnership

If automation isn't the right answer for your situation, we'll tell you. Our reputation is worth more than a sale.

Let's Build Something Together

Whether you're a manufacturer, investor, or research partner — we're open to the conversation.