About

Heyoung Lee is a pioneering researcher in assistive robotics, dedicated to developing intelligent systems that enhance independence for individuals with disabilities and the elderly. Her key research areas include human-robot interaction, rehabilitation engineering, and smart home technologies. Lee's major contributions are exemplified by her work on the "Robotic smart house to assist people with movement disabilities" (2006, 99 citations), which integrates automation and robotics to create a supportive living environment. She also led the development of KARES (KAist Rehabilitation Engineering Service system), a wheelchair-mounted robotic arm system that uses vision and force sensors to improve manipulation performance for users with movement impairments (1999, 55 citations). Her research extends to multiobjective navigation for guide robots aiding the visually impaired (2001, 14 citations), focusing on intention inference to navigate obstacles safely. Lee's work has significantly impacted the field of rehabilitation robotics, with her papers collectively cited over 177 times, underscoring her influence in creating practical, reliable assistive technologies that improve quality of life.

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Papers
177
Total Citations
44
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic smart house to assist people with movement disabilities
99 citations · 2006
📈 Most Prolific Year: 1999 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 19
🏛 Institutions: Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Chonnam National University

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