Alessandro Filippeschi

Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna

Papers

20

Total Citations

587

H-Index

9

About

Alessandro Filippeschi is an Italian researcher whose work spans human motion tracking, wearable robotics, haptics, and telemedicine, with a particular focus on bridging advanced sensing technologies with real-world human-robot interaction. His most influential contribution, a 2017 survey on inertial sensor-based motion tracking (355 citations), established a definitive reference in the field, comprehensively mapping how commercial IMUs can serve as cost-effective alternatives to optical systems for monitoring upper limb movement. Building on this foundation, Filippeschi has developed novel biomechanical models and probabilistic graphical frameworks for reconstructing human kinematics using wearable sensors, advancing both ergonomic assessment and rehabilitation applications. His research extends into haptic interfaces and teleoperation, where he has designed wearable haptic controllers for robotic platforms and explored remote palpation and auscultation systems that could transform telemedicine delivery. More recently, he has contributed open biomechanical datasets for manual material handling analysis and innovative 3D-printed gearboxes for exoskeletons, reflecting a commitment to accessible, practical engineering solutions. Across disciplines — from robotics to occupational health — Filippeschi's work consistently targets the intersection of wearable technology and human-centred design, making him a versatile and impactful presence in applied robotics research.

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9
H-Index
20
Papers
587
Total Citations
29
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Survey of Motion Tracking Methods Based on Inertial Sensors: A Focus on Upper Limb Human Motion
355 citations · 2017
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (4 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 42
🏛 Institutions: Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna

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