Papers
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Total Citations
1,421
H-Index
21
About
Carlos Marques is a prominent researcher whose work sits at the intersection of photonics, fiber optic sensing, and healthcare technology. Best known for his pioneering contributions to polymer optical fiber (POF) sensors and Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) systems, Marques has significantly advanced the development of smart sensing solutions for medical, rehabilitation, and human-robot interaction applications. His highly cited 2019 comprehensive review of POF sensors in healthcare (207 citations) established him as a leading authority in the field, while his innovative integration of FBG sensors into 3D-printed structures has opened new pathways for customizable, cost-effective sensing platforms. Marques has demonstrated particular ingenuity in combining advanced materials — such as CYTOP polymer fibers — with additive manufacturing techniques to achieve multi-parameter sensing capabilities, including simultaneous measurement of strain, bending, and torsion. His work on insole sensor networks and active knee orthoses reflects a deep commitment to translating optical sensing technologies into real-world assistive devices for aging and disabled populations. With a body of work accumulating over 900 citations across his most impactful publications alone, and an early foray into robotics vision systems, Marques represents a versatile and consistently impactful scientific voice in applied photonics.
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Top Papers
- 1Polymer Optical Fiber Sensors in Healthcare Applications: A Comprehensive Review207 citations · 2019
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- 3Diaphragm-Embedded Optical Fiber Sensors: A Review and Tutorial107 citations · 2020
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- 10Omni-directional catadioptric vision for soccer robots62 citations · 2001