Alessandro Filippeschi
Papers
20
Total Citations
587
H-Index
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About
Alessandro Filippeschi is an Italian researcher whose work spans human motion tracking, wearable robotics, haptics, and telemedicine, with a particular focus on bridging advanced sensing technologies with real-world human-robot interaction. His most influential contribution, a 2017 survey on inertial sensor-based motion tracking (355 citations), established a definitive reference in the field, comprehensively mapping how commercial IMUs can serve as cost-effective alternatives to optical systems for monitoring upper limb movement. Building on this foundation, Filippeschi has developed novel biomechanical models and probabilistic graphical frameworks for reconstructing human kinematics using wearable sensors, advancing both ergonomic assessment and rehabilitation applications. His research extends into haptic interfaces and teleoperation, where he has designed wearable haptic controllers for robotic platforms and explored remote palpation and auscultation systems that could transform telemedicine delivery. More recently, he has contributed open biomechanical datasets for manual material handling analysis and innovative 3D-printed gearboxes for exoskeletons, reflecting a commitment to accessible, practical engineering solutions. Across disciplines — from robotics to occupational health — Filippeschi's work consistently targets the intersection of wearable technology and human-centred design, making him a versatile and impactful presence in applied robotics research.
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- 3A Novel Wearable Haptic Controller for Teleoperating Robotic Platforms26 citations · 2017
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- 7An Optimal Geometric Model for Clavels Delta Robot15 citations · 2015
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