Asif Al Zubayer Swapnil
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, Technological University of the Mixteca
Papers
8
Total Citations
74
H-Index
6
About
Asif Al Zubayer Swapnil is a rising force in rehabilitation and assistive robotics, dedicated to restoring mobility and independence for individuals with upper-limb disabilities. His research masterfully integrates advanced nonlinear control theory with practical mechatronic design, targeting everything from exoskeletons and end-effector therapy robots to wheelchair-mounted arms and adaptive grippers. Swapnil’s most-cited work, “Flatness Based Control of a Novel Smart Exoskeleton Robot” (17 citations), introduces a transformative control strategy that simplifies complex nonlinear dynamics, while his “Development of an End-Effector Type Therapeutic Robot with Sliding Mode Control” (14 citations) presents the iTbot, a robust two-DoF platform for stroke and injury rehabilitation. He further demonstrates versatility with a three-finger adaptive gripper (13 citations) designed to assist with daily living activities. Across his portfolio—including an ergonomic shoulder for rehab (11 citations) and a novel super-twisting controller (6 citations)—Swapnil consistently pushes boundaries by minimizing chattering, enhancing energy efficiency, and ensuring human safety. His work, totaling over 70 citations, is already shaping the next generation of intelligent, patient-centric robotic systems.
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Top Papers
- 1Flatness Based Control of a Novel Smart Exoskeleton Robot17 citations · 2021
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- 4An ergonomic shoulder for robot-aided rehabilitation with hybrid control11 citations · 2020
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