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Jaroslav Rozman is a leading figure in bio-inspired robotics, with a primary focus on the design, construction, and control of hexapod walking robots. His work bridges mechanical engineering and intelligent control, advancing the capabilities of multi-legged platforms for challenging terrain. Rozman’s most impactful contribution is his foundational 2015 paper on the design, construction, and control of a hexapod walking robot, which has garnered 17 citations and serves as a key reference for researchers entering the field. He has further pushed boundaries by integrating wheeled locomotion with legged systems, as demonstrated in his 2023 study on energy efficiency in sloping terrain (9 citations), and by developing a 7-DOF omni-directional hexapod (8 citations) that enhances maneuverability. Beyond hexapods, Rozman has contributed to simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) using particle filters and to ROS-based robotic workcells for educational purposes. His work is characterized by a practical, systems-level approach, combining mechanical design with control algorithms to create robots that are both robust and efficient. With a growing citation record, Rozman is establishing himself as a key innovator in legged robotics, particularly in the pursuit of energy-efficient, terrain-adaptive locomotion.