Phongsatorn Saisutjarit

King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok

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Phongsatorn Saisutjarit is a robotics researcher whose work bridges terrestrial and extraterrestrial engineering challenges. His primary research areas include reconfigurable robotics and space robotics, with a particular focus on innovative locomotion and manipulation systems. His most notable contribution is the design of a reconfigurable spherical robot II, a three-legged system capable of transforming from a spherical shape into a configuration of two interconnected hemispheres with deployable legs. This work, cited 8 times, demonstrates a novel approach to robotic mobility and adaptability. In the domain of space robotics, Saisutjarit has explored trajectory optimization for multi-tethered space robots operating on large spinning net structures in microgravity environments. His 2018 paper on this topic, while accruing 2 citations, addresses critical challenges in debris removal and in-orbit servicing. Through these contributions, Saisutjarit has advanced the understanding of reconfigurable mechanisms and tethered robotic systems, offering practical solutions for both planetary exploration and space debris mitigation. His work continues to inspire researchers interested in the intersection of mechanical design and autonomous robotic control.