Papers
7
Total Citations
115
H-Index
5
About
Akio Inaba is a Japanese robotics and automation researcher whose work spans assembly planning, agricultural robotics, disaster response systems, and novel actuator technologies. His most influential contribution lies in the application of Petri net theory to robotic assembly planning, with his 2002 paper on algebraic and graph structural properties of assembly Petri nets accumulating 63 citations — a foundational reference for researchers working on automated manufacturing and robotic manipulation sequencing. Complementing this theoretical work, Inaba has explored the practical side of automation through the development of the AIGAMO-ROBOT, an innovative weeding robot designed for chemical-free paddy field cultivation, addressing critical challenges in sustainable and labor-efficient agriculture. His research also extends into humanitarian robotics, with the CUBIC-R transformational mobile robot developed to navigate debris and locate disaster victims in post-disaster environments. Further demonstrating his breadth, Inaba has investigated flexible electrostatic film actuators as a lightweight solution for robotic arm design. Taken together, his portfolio reflects a commitment to bridging theoretical modeling with real-world robotic applications across agriculture, manufacturing, disaster relief, and advanced actuation — making him a versatile and socially impactful contributor to the field of robotics engineering.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1On algebraic and graph structural properties of assembly Petri net63 citations · 2002
- 2Verification of a Weeding Robot “AIGAMO-ROBOT” for Paddy Fields22 citations · 2008
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- 5Robotic arm using flexible electrostatic film actuators5 citations · 2004
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