Hiroyuki Sakamoto
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Total Citations
81
H-Index
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About
Hiroyuki Sakamoto is a leading researcher in soft robotics and smart materials, with a focus on magnetorheological elastomers (MREs) and permanent magnet elastomers (PMEs). His major contributions include developing novel soft actuation and sensing systems that overcome the limitations of conventional pneumatic or rigid components. Notably, his work on the electropermanent magnet–magnetorheological elastomer (EPM–MRE) for soft actuation, cited 29 times, enables robotic grippers that are independent of external pressure sources, enhancing stability and versatility. He also pioneered a vacuum suction cup using MREs for wall-climbing robots and a PME-infused soft robot skin for tactile sensing, each garnering 11 citations. His innovations extend to anti-sedimentation MR fluids for dampers and a backdrivable robot gripper using MR fluid, demonstrating practical applications in manipulation and human-robot interaction. With over 80 citations across his top papers, Sakamoto’s work is pivotal in advancing soft robotics toward more autonomous, durable, and sensor-rich systems, making him a key figure in the field.
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