S. Gilardoni

European Organization for Nuclear Research

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S. Gilardoni is a leading researcher in robotics for extreme environments, with a focus on autonomous inspection, telemanipulation, and control systems for hazardous settings like particle accelerators. Their work is critical to advancing safety and operational efficiency at CERN, where robotic platforms must navigate radioactive zones and perform delicate tasks to reduce human exposure. Gilardoni’s major contributions include developing a dual-arms robotic platform for navigation, inspection, and telemanipulation, as well as an LHC train control system for autonomous measurements—both designed to handle the unique challenges of high-intensity hadron colliders. These innovations have garnered attention, with their most-cited papers accumulating 8 and 6 citations respectively, reflecting their niche but vital impact on applied robotics. Notably, Gilardoni addresses the pressing need to modernize dated radioactive infrastructure through tele-robotic interventions, blending practical engineering with safety-critical design. Their work not only enhances machine availability at CERN but also sets a benchmark for autonomous systems in similarly hostile environments, making them a key figure in the intersection of robotics and high-energy physics.