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Hideki Takase is a leading researcher in embedded robotics and reconfigurable computing, whose work bridges the gap between high-level robot software and efficient hardware acceleration. His primary research areas include FPGA-integrated autonomous systems, the Robot Operating System (ROS) for embedded devices, and low-power robotic platforms. Takase’s most significant contribution is the development of the **ZytleBot** platform, a series of FPGA-integrated, ROS-based autonomous mobile robots that perform all sensing, judgment, and control onboard without external PC communication. This work, presented at the FPT Design Competition, demonstrates how programmable system-on-chip (SoC) technology can realize level-5 autonomous driving with low power consumption. Additionally, he created **mROS**, a lightweight runtime environment that enables ROS 1 nodes to run on embedded devices without requiring a full Linux stack, addressing a critical barrier to deploying ROS in resource-constrained systems. With over 55 citations across his top papers, Takase’s innovations have directly influenced the design of compact, energy-efficient autonomous robots. His work is particularly notable for winning recognition in competitive FPGA design contests, showcasing practical, real-world implementations of advanced robotic systems.