Fumiya Kurokawa

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Dr. Fumiya Kurokawa is a pioneering researcher in micro-robotics and piezoelectric actuator technology, with a focus on developing compact, high-performance systems for precision motion control. His most influential work, "Simple millimeter-scale robot using Pb(Zr, Ti) piezoelectric thin film actuator on titanium substrate" (2016, 16 citations), demonstrates a breakthrough in miniaturizing robotic platforms by integrating lead zirconate titanate (PZT) thin films directly onto titanium substrates. This innovation enables the creation of millimeter-scale robots that are both simple in design and capable of precise, low-power actuation—a critical advancement for applications in medical devices, micro-manipulation, and environmental sensing. Kurokawa’s research addresses fundamental challenges in scaling down robotic components while maintaining efficiency and reliability, establishing him as a key contributor to the field of micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS). His work has been cited by peers exploring soft robotics, piezoelectric materials, and autonomous micro-systems, reflecting its foundational impact. By bridging materials science and robotics, Kurokawa continues to inspire new approaches to building agile, miniature machines that operate in constrained environments, making his contributions essential reading for students and researchers advancing the next generation of micro-robotics.