Naomichi Hirama
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3
Total Citations
8
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About
Naomichi Hirama is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of robotics, tactile sensing, and dexterous manipulation. His primary research focus is the development of advanced tactile sensors for robot fingertips, specifically designed to measure multi-axis forces and torques. Hirama’s major contribution is the creation of a distributed-type tactile sensor that integrates multiple three-axis force sensors using strain gauges, enabling robots to detect not just vertical pressure but also shear forces and moments. This capability is critical for evaluating relative movement between a robotic gripper and an object, a fundamental requirement for stable grasping and advanced manipulation. His work on output algorithms that process these signals allows for real-time movement detection of attached objects. While his most-cited papers, including "Relative movement evaluation between developed distributed-type tactile sensor and the contacting object" (2005) and "Development of a Small Tactile Sensor for Robot Finger" (2006), have garnered modest citation counts, they represent foundational steps in sensor miniaturization and functional integration. Hirama’s research is particularly notable for addressing the structural interaction challenges inherent in sensor design, paving the way for more responsive and intelligent robotic hands.
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- 3Development of a Small Tactile Sensor for Robot Finger2 citations · 2006