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Dimiter Zlatanov is a robotics and mechanisms researcher whose work spans kinematic theory, manipulator singularity analysis, and advanced robotic systems for industrial applications. He is perhaps best known for his foundational contributions to singularity analysis, having developed rigorous generalized frameworks — both velocity-equation and motion-space models — for characterizing the singular configurations of arbitrary kinematic chains and robotic manipulators. These paired 2002 studies have collectively garnered nearly 190 citations, establishing him as a leading voice in instantaneous kinematics theory. His 2013 work on numerical computation of manipulator singularity sets extended this theoretical legacy into practical, broadly applicable algorithms. Beyond kinematics theory, Zlatanov has made notable contributions to reconfigurable manufacturing and soft robotics. His involvement in the European SwarmItFIX project produced innovative multi-robot fixturing systems capable of dynamically supporting complex thin-sheet geometries, while his work on the CloPeMa project advanced gripper design for delicate garment handling — a notoriously challenging robotics problem. His 2005 paper on convex cones in screw spaces reflects a deeper engagement with the mathematical foundations underpinning mechanism theory. Across both abstract and applied domains, Zlatanov's research consistently bridges rigorous geometric analysis with real-world engineering challenges.