Papers
8
Total Citations
168
H-Index
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About
Luiz S. Martins-Filho is a Brazilian robotics and control systems researcher whose work has made notable contributions to mobile robot navigation, chaotic trajectory planning, and autonomous systems. He is perhaps best known for his pioneering application of chaos theory to robot motion, demonstrating that the unpredictable yet deterministic properties of chaotic dynamical systems — such as the Lorenz attractor — can be harnessed to achieve efficient terrain scanning for patrol and surveillance missions. His 2007 paper on chaotic trajectories for patrol robots has garnered 66 citations, establishing him as a key voice in this niche but influential field. Beyond chaos-based navigation, Martins-Filho has contributed to legged robot locomotion control, multi-robot formation strategies using advanced SDRE control methods, and bio-inspired aquatic propulsion using electroactive polymers. His research consistently bridges theoretical dynamical systems concepts with practical robotics engineering challenges. He has also demonstrated a commitment to engineering education, participating in curriculum innovation at the Federal University of ABC (UFABC) in Brazil. With a body of work spanning autonomous surveillance, amphibious robotics, and educational reform, Martins-Filho represents a versatile and socially engaged presence in the Brazilian engineering research community.
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Top Papers
- 1Patrol Mobile Robots and Chaotic Trajectories66 citations · 2007
- 2Trajectory Planning for Surveillance Missions of Mobile Robots29 citations · 2007
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- 4COMMANDING MOBILE ROBOTS WITH CHAOS19 citations · 2003
- 5KINEMATIC CONTROL OF MOBILE ROBOTS TO PRODUCE CHAOTIC TRAJECTORIES17 citations · 2005
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- 7SDRE based Leader-Follower Formation Control of Multiple Mobile Robots5 citations · 2014
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