S.M. Shafaei
Papers
10
Total Citations
90
H-Index
6
About
S.M. Shafaei is a pioneering researcher in agricultural and industrial robotics, specializing in the locomotion, energy efficiency, and autonomous operation of ground mobile robots. His major contributions center on developing robotic systems for hazardous environments, such as confined industrial spaces, and optimizing their performance in agricultural drawbar tasks. Shafaei’s work is distinguished by its focus on motion power loss, slippage characterization, and traction energy—critical factors for robot reliability in slippery or uneven terrains. His most-cited paper, “Development of a mobile robot for safe mechanical evacuation of hazardous bulk materials in industrial confined spaces” (2021, 26 citations), addresses high-risk missions with poor visibility and toxic fumes. He also authored the first comparative study of wheeled versus tracked tractor robots in agricultural settings (2022, 20 citations), providing foundational insights for autonomous farming. With over 90 total citations across his top 10 papers, Shafaei’s research has advanced robotic energy dissipation and slip control systems, notably through his 2022 study on wheel slip control for solid bulk material evacuation. His work is vital for students and researchers aiming to enhance robot autonomy and safety in challenging terrains.
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