Bratislav Svetozarevic
ETH Zurich, University of Belgrade, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Papers
11
Total Citations
403
H-Index
8
About
Bratislav Svetozarevic is a versatile researcher whose work spans two distinct but complementary domains: anthropomimetic robotics and adaptive building envelopes. Early in his career, he made significant contributions to biologically inspired robotics, developing novel control strategies for compliant antagonistic tendon drives that mimic the musculoskeletal architecture of the human body. His work on the anthropomimetic torso robot — spanning construction, simulation, and control over more than three years — remains one of his most recognized achievements, garnering 87 citations, while his puller-follower control strategy for tendon-driven systems has attracted 63 citations and influenced subsequent research in safe human-robot interaction. Svetozarevic later pivoted toward building-integrated robotics and smart architectural systems, bridging his robotics expertise with sustainable construction. His 2019 paper on dynamic photovoltaic building envelopes — his most cited work with 123 citations — demonstrates how adaptive energy systems can optimize both energy harvesting and occupant comfort. His contributions to the NEST HiLo project further underscore his commitment to lightweight, energy-intelligent architecture. With over 400 cumulative citations, Svetozarevic exemplifies how deep technical expertise in robotics can be creatively translated into transformative solutions for the built environment.
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- 6Anthropomimetic robot with passive compliance - Contact dynamics and control16 citations · 2011
- 7Biologically-Inspired Control of a Compliant Anthropomimetic Robot15 citations · 2010
- 8Control of Compliant Anthropomimetic Robot Joint13 citations · 2010
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