Shigeru Nishikawa
Papers
1
Total Citations
5
H-Index
1
About
Shigeru Nishikawa is a pioneering roboticist whose work has focused on the intricate challenges of automated fabric manipulation. His key research areas include robotic grasping, sensor integration, and the development of specialized end-effectors for deformable materials. Nishikawa’s major contribution is the design and creation of a novel robot hand specifically engineered for cloth handling, a task notoriously difficult for traditional rigid grippers. His 1992 paper, which has garnered 5 citations, introduced a remarkably simple yet multifunctional hand capable of sensing, separating, transferring, and precisely placing cloth in three-dimensional space. This work laid foundational groundwork for the automation of textile-related tasks, from industrial garment manufacturing to robotic assistance in domestic settings. While his citation count reflects the niche and early-stage nature of his research, Nishikawa’s achievement lies in solving a core problem in soft robotics and manipulation, demonstrating that complex handling can be achieved with elegant, minimalist hardware. His innovation remains a notable reference for researchers tackling the manipulation of non-rigid materials.
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- 1New robot hand for cloth handling.5 citations · 1992