Alessio Facello

Istituto Nazionale di Ricerca Metrologica

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Alessio Facello is at the forefront of metrology and soft robotics, pioneering the integration of sensing technologies into flexible, adaptive systems. His research centers on the “sensorization” of soft robotic joints, a critical challenge for achieving precise control in next-generation assistive devices. Facello’s major contributions include developing lightweight, durable, and cost-effective bending sensors that can be embedded directly into soft robot links, enabling accurate, real-time deformation tracking. His 2023 work on “Phygital Sensors” lays the foundational metrology for bridging physical and digital sensing domains, a concept vital for scalable sensor production. Notably, his feasibility study on a sensorized supernumerary sixth finger demonstrates a practical application: restoring grasping capabilities in paretic hands through proprioceptive feedback. While his most-cited papers (5 and 2 citations) reflect early-stage impact, the novelty and timeliness of his work—addressing durability and accuracy in soft robotics—signal a promising trajectory. Facello’s research is essential reading for engineers developing human-centric robotic systems, where reliable sensing is the key to safe, responsive interaction.