Otman Basir

University of Waterloo

Papers

7

Total Citations

108

H-Index

5

About

Otman Basir’s research centers on the distributed control and coordination of multi-agent systems (MAS), with significant contributions to robotics, rehabilitation engineering, and biofeedback. He is best known for developing the Coordinated Hybrid Agent (CHA) framework, a foundational model for decentralized control that enables heterogeneous agents—such as mobile robots, manipulators, and cranes—to work together seamlessly. His 2008 paper on this framework, with 49 citations, remains a key reference in the field. Basir also pioneered neural network approaches for reconstructing EMG signals from shoulder muscles, a 2005 work cited 28 times, with direct implications for rehabilitation robotics and biofeedback systems. His multi-agent CORBA-based vision architecture advanced cue integration for robust object tracking, addressing critical challenges in industrial robotics. Across his most-cited works, Basir has accumulated over 100 citations, reflecting his impact on both theoretical frameworks and practical applications. His work bridges intelligent planning, model-driven design, and real-world robotic coordination, making him a notable figure in multi-agent control and assistive technology.

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Key Achievements

5
H-Index
7
Papers
108
Total Citations
15
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
A Framework for Coordinated Control of Multiagent Systems and Its Applications
49 citations · 2008
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2006 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 11
🏛 Institutions: University of Waterloo

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