Dong-Ho Shin

Korea Institute of Robot and Convergence

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Dong-Ho Shin is a robotics engineer specializing in automated systems for pipeline construction, inspection, and maintenance. His research focuses on developing robotic solutions for the water and energy infrastructure sectors, particularly addressing challenges in pipe rehabilitation, defect detection, and quality control. Shin’s most cited work, “Development of the Pipe Construction Robot for Rehabilitation Work Process of the Water Pipe Lines” (2021, 6 citations), introduces a robotic platform designed to automate the repair and reinforcement of aging water pipelines, reducing human labor and improving safety in confined spaces. He also contributed to “Pipe Spatter Detection and Grinding Robot” (2022, 3 citations), which proposes a system that autonomously identifies and removes welding spatters from pipe surfaces—a critical step in ensuring weld integrity during production. Additionally, his work on “Development of Spiral Driving Type Pipe Inspection Robot System for Magnetic Flux Leakage” (2022, 2 citations) addresses the challenge of high driving force requirements in magnetic flux leakage inspection robots, offering a novel spiral-drive mechanism to enhance mobility and inspection efficiency. Shin’s contributions are notable for their practical impact on industrial automation, aiming to improve pipeline reliability and reduce operational risks.