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Charles Pinto is a robotics and mechanical engineering researcher whose work centers on parallel manipulators, kinematic analysis, and advanced control strategies for robotic systems. He has made significant contributions to the design and analysis of parallel kinematic machines (PKMs), most notably through his development of a symmetric parallel Schönflies-motion generator for pick-and-place operations — a foundational contribution that has garnered 54 citations. His equally influential work on workspace analysis of the 5R planar parallel manipulator (51 citations) has become an important reference for researchers navigating the complexities of assembly modes and direct kinematics. Pinto's research extends into dynamic modeling and control, where he pioneered redundant sensor-based and passive sensor control architectures that enhance precision and speed in parallel robots. His systematic design methodology — bridging conceptual specifications to physical prototypes — offers practical guidance for PKM engineers worldwide. Beyond classical robotics, his portfolio reveals a growing interest in real-world applications, including non-destructive weld inspection for offshore mooring chains and, more recently, rehabilitation robotics, with a 2024 review on end-effector manipulators for gait and balance therapy reflecting his expanding interdisciplinary impact. Collectively, his work represents a cohesive and applied contribution to the field of parallel robotics.