Dan Yasevac

Boston University, Northeastern University

Papers

Total Citations

144

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About

Dan Yasevac is a pioneering researcher in the field of smart rehabilitation robotics, with a focus on developing wearable, portable devices that integrate real-time monitoring and adaptive control. His major contributions center on advancing orthotic and rehabilitative braces beyond passive support, introducing systems capable of sensing patient motions and forces and adjusting in real time to optimize therapy. His most-cited work, "Smart Portable Rehabilitation Devices" (2005, 112 citations), established foundational concepts for compact, re-programmable devices that bridge robotics and mechatronics for clinical applications. A related paper (2005, 32 citations) further details innovations from the Northeastern University Robotics and Mechatronics Laboratory, highlighting devices that are both wearable and computer-controlled. Yasevac’s research has significantly influenced the development of intelligent rehabilitation tools, enabling more responsive and personalized patient care. With over 140 combined citations on these key works, his contributions continue to inform the design of next-generation assistive technologies, making him a notable figure in the intersection of robotics, mechatronics, and rehabilitation engineering.