Anastasios G. Samarentsis

Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas

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Anastasios G. Samarentsis is a leading researcher at the intersection of wearable technology, biomechanics, and additive manufacturing, with a primary focus on developing innovative solutions for gait analysis and plantar pressure monitoring. His most impactful work, the 2022 paper on a "3D-Printed Capacitive Smart Insole for Plantar Pressure Monitoring," has garnered 36 citations and represents a significant leap forward in wearable sensor design. By integrating capacitive sensing with 3D printing, Samarentsis has created a low-cost, customizable, and highly sensitive insole that enables real-time, high-resolution pressure mapping during natural locomotion. This innovation directly addresses critical needs in clinical monitoring, rehabilitation, sports science, and robotics, offering a practical alternative to cumbersome, lab-based systems. His contributions are paving the way for more accessible, continuous gait assessment tools that can transform patient care, athletic performance optimization, and human-robot interaction. Through his work, Samarentsis is helping to bridge the gap between advanced sensor technology and everyday clinical and field applications, making real-time biomechanical feedback a tangible reality for researchers and practitioners alike.