Papers
5
Total Citations
51
H-Index
4
About
Chohei Pang is a leading researcher in bioinspired robotics, specializing in gecko-inspired adhesives, tactile sensing, and adaptive gripper design. His most impactful work, the Viko series, introduces an adaptive gecko gripper integrated with a vision-based tactile sensor, enabling real-time contact monitoring for robust attachment—a critical advancement for robotic manipulation. The Viko 2.0 further refines this concept with a hierarchical adhesive structure, enhancing grip on large objects. Pang’s contributions extend to scalable fabrication, notably a roll-to-roll slitting technique for controllable dry adhesives, reducing production cost and complexity. He has also explored origami-based morphing fingertips to improve grasping stability and dexterity. With over 50 citations across his top papers, Pang’s work bridges fundamental adhesion science and practical robotics, offering transformative solutions for industrial automation and soft robotics. His achievements include pioneering sensor integration for gecko grippers and advancing manufacturability of bioinspired adhesives, positioning him as a key innovator in the field.
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Top Papers
- 1Viko: An Adaptive Gecko Gripper with Vision-based Tactile Sensor23 citations · 2021
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- 4Viko: An Adaptive Gecko Gripper with Vision-based Tactile Sensor5 citations · 2021
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