Eiji Kusui

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Eiji Kusui is a pioneering roboticist whose research centers on bio-inspired microrobotics, precision motion control, and autonomous micromanipulation. His most influential work introduces a holonomic inchworm robot capable of submicrometer positioning accuracy—a breakthrough achieved through a novel XYθ position sensor integrating four optical encoders. This compact sensor enables centimeter-scale robots to execute precise position control across multiple axes, bridging the gap between macro and micro manipulation. With 9 citations, this study has become a foundational reference for researchers developing high-precision mobile robots. Kusui further advanced the field with his design of an automatic holonomic mobile micromanipulator for submillimeter objects, drawing inspiration from the rhinoceros beetle. This work addresses the critical challenge of balancing speed, repeatability, and load capacity in piezoelectric-driven systems, offering a solution that compensates for nonuniform driving surfaces. By merging biological principles with cutting-edge sensor technology, Kusui’s contributions are shaping the next generation of autonomous microrobots for applications in manufacturing, medicine, and scientific instrumentation.