Guilherme A. Ribeiro
Michigan Technological University, Purdue University West Lafayette
Papers
9
Total Citations
103
H-Index
6
About
Guilherme A. Ribeiro is a robotics and biomedical engineer whose research spans assistive robotic prosthetics, human biomechanics, and STEM education — a rare combination that bridges cutting-edge engineering with meaningful societal impact. His most celebrated contribution is the design of a two-degree-of-freedom cable-driven ankle-foot prosthesis capable of active dorsiflexion-plantarflexion and inversion-eversion, replicating the mechanical characteristics of the human ankle with remarkable fidelity — a work that has garnered 39 citations and represents a significant advance in lower-limb prosthetic technology. Complementing this, Ribeiro has investigated mechanical impedance of the lower leg and developed sophisticated sensor fusion techniques, including an Error-State Kalman Filter for real-time ankle angle estimation in robotic prostheses. His work on gait phase estimation using IMUs further demonstrates his commitment to practical, wearable rehabilitation solutions. Equally notable is Ribeiro's dedication to STEM outreach: his GUPPIE underwater robot platform, with 18 citations, has become an innovative pedagogical tool inspiring middle school students — including underrepresented girls — to pursue engineering careers. Through parallel manipulator design, control systems research, and inclusive education initiatives, Ribeiro has established himself as a versatile engineer whose work meaningfully advances both robotics and the next generation of scientists.
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- 3A human-interactive robotic program for middle school STEM education13 citations · 2017
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- 8Error-State Kalman Filter for Online Evaluation of Ankle Angle4 citations · 2022
- 9Monitoring Motivation Factors for Girls in Summer Robotics Program2 citations · 2020