Hiroto Kan
Papers
2
Total Citations
7
H-Index
2
About
Hiroto Kan is a robotics researcher specializing in the design and control of pneumatic actuator systems for safe, human-interactive robots. His work addresses a critical challenge in modern robotics: enabling machines to perform flexible, human-like motions while ensuring high-level safety for human coworkers. Kan’s most cited paper, “Modeling and control of a joint driven by pneumatic actuator” (2009, 5 citations), establishes foundational methods for precisely controlling pneumatic joints—a key enabler for soft, compliant robotic motion. He further advances this domain in “Development & Control of Master-Slave Robot Hand Driven by Pneumatic Actuator” (2008, 2 citations), where he demonstrates a teleoperated hand system that combines dexterity with inherent safety. Though his citation counts are modest, Kan’s contributions are significant for researchers exploring pneumatic actuation as an alternative to rigid, high-impedance systems. His work directly supports the development of collaborative robots (cobots) that can work alongside people without injury, a growing priority in industrial and service robotics. For students and engineers interested in safe human-robot interaction, Kan’s research offers practical insights into modeling, control, and application of pneumatic actuators.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Modeling and control of a joint driven by pneumatic actuator5 citations · 2009
- 2