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Enrique Valero is a leading researcher in construction automation, robotics, and sensor-based quality control, with a particular focus on leveraging advanced sensing technologies to enhance construction processes. His work bridges the gap between robotics, tactile sensing, and civil engineering, addressing critical challenges in both building construction and robotic manipulation. Valero’s major contributions include pioneering methods for automatic surface flatness control using terrestrial laser scanning and the 2D continuous wavelet transform, a technique that enables real-time detection of defects in warehouse slabs—critical for ensuring safe and efficient pallet-transporting equipment operations. His research on in-hand object localization, comparing simple and complex tactile sensors, has advanced the field of robotic tactile exploration, demonstrating how particle filter algorithms can optimize sensor utility for precise object manipulation. Additionally, his work on landmark real-time recognition for pedestrian navigation has implications for autonomous systems and indoor positioning. With his most cited paper, the proceedings of the 2021 ISARC conference, garnering 28 citations, Valero’s research is recognized for its practical impact on construction quality and robotic perception, making him a notable figure in the integration of robotics and construction engineering.