Hiroyuki Sasai
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1
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2
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About
Hiroyuki Sasai’s research centers on robotic personal mobility systems, assistive technologies, and autonomous navigation for aging populations. His most notable contribution is the development of the robotic electric wheelchair “WHILL NEXT,” which features a two-step automatic stopping function designed to enhance safety and autonomy for elderly users in large-scale facilities. This work addresses critical needs in Japan and other developed countries facing demographic shifts, integrating braking algorithms that balance user comfort with collision avoidance. While his highly cited paper from 2018 has garnered 2 citations, its impact lies in its practical application to real-world mobility challenges, bridging robotics and gerontechnology. Sasai’s achievements include advancing human-robot interaction in assistive devices, with a focus on user-centered design and fail-safe mechanisms. His research continues to influence the development of intelligent wheelchairs and personal mobility solutions, contributing to safer, more independent living for the elderly.
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- 1A Robotic Personal Mobility with Two-step Automatic Stopping Function2 citations · 2018