Christos Fragkopoulos
Papers
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Total Citations
176
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About
Christos Fragkopoulos is a leading researcher in assistive robotics, with a primary focus on developing intelligent robotic systems to enhance the independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities. His most significant contributions center on the FRIEND (Functional Robot with Dexterous Arm and User-Friendly Interface for Disabled People) platform, where he pioneered Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) control for quadriplegic users in both domestic and professional settings. His seminal 2011 paper on BCI-controlled robotic assistance has garnered 71 citations, while his 2013 work extending FRIEND into workplace assistance has accumulated 68 citations, underscoring the practical impact of his research. Fragkopoulos has also advanced motion planning for rehabilitation robots, introducing the CellBiRRT algorithm—a novel RRT-based approach that handles pose constraints in cluttered environments. His work on vision-based control and autonomous book detection and grasping in library scenarios demonstrates a commitment to real-world applications. With over 170 citations across his publications, Fragkopoulos has established himself as a key figure in assistive robotics, bridging the gap between theoretical motion planning and practical, user-centered robotic assistance.
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- 2A Supportive FRIEND at Work: Robotic Workplace Assistance for the Disabled68 citations · 2013
- 3A RRT based path planning algorithm for Rehabilitation robots14 citations · 2010
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- 8Book Detection and Grasping in Library Scenario3 citations · 2012
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