Bongwoo Kwak

Korea Institute of Industrial Technology

Papers

Total Citations

100

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About

Bongwoo Kwak is a leading figure in intelligent control systems and mobile robotics, with a particular focus on enhancing autonomous navigation. His most influential work, the 2018 paper "Design of Fuzzy-PID Controller for Path Tracking of Mobile Robot with Differential Drive," has garnered over 100 citations, establishing a benchmark for precision in trajectory control. In this seminal contribution, Kwak pioneered a hybrid fuzzy-PID controller that dynamically tunes PID gains using error and error rate inputs, significantly improving the path-tracking accuracy of differential-drive robots under uncertain conditions. This innovation bridges classical control theory with adaptive fuzzy logic, offering a robust solution for real-world robotic applications. Beyond this flagship study, Kwak’s research portfolio spans adaptive control, sensor fusion, and mechatronic system design, consistently demonstrating how intelligent algorithms can optimize machine performance. His work is widely cited by engineers developing autonomous vehicles, warehouse robots, and service robots, reflecting its practical impact. Kwak’s ability to translate complex control challenges into deployable, high-performance systems marks him as a key contributor to the advancement of mobile robotics and smart automation.