Z. Kovadic

University of Zagreb

Papers

1

Total Citations

7

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About

Z. Kovadic is a robotics researcher whose work centers on the design and control of mobile robots for hazardous environment exploration and inspection. His most notable contribution is the development of a four-flipper tracked robot, a versatile platform equipped with on-board sensors including standard and thermovision cameras, gas detectors, and temperature sensors, alongside wireless video and audio communication capabilities. This prototype, detailed in his 2013 paper, has garnered 7 citations, reflecting its foundational role in advancing teleoperated inspection robotics. Kovadic’s research addresses critical challenges in navigating unstructured terrains and integrating multi-sensor payloads for real-time environmental monitoring. His work is particularly relevant to search-and-rescue operations, industrial inspection, and disaster response, where robust mobility and situational awareness are paramount. By combining mechanical design with intuitive control systems, Kovadic has contributed a practical, field-ready solution that continues to inform subsequent developments in tracked mobile robotics.

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Papers
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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Design and control of a four-flipper tracked exploration & inspection robot
7 citations · 2013
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2013 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 7
🏛 Institutions: University of Zagreb

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