Hyunho Shin

Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Hyundai Motors (South Korea)

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Hyunho Shin is a robotics researcher whose work centers on tactile sensing, industrial automation, and rehabilitation robotics. His most-cited paper, "Flexible piezoelectric sensor array for touch sensing of robot hand" (2019, 11 citations), addresses a critical challenge in autonomous manipulation: enabling robot hands to perceive touch with human-like sensitivity. By developing a flexible, compact sensor array, Shin’s work provides essential tactile feedback for precise object handling and dexterous control, directly advancing the field of robotic tactile perception. In industrial robotics, his 2005 study on car-body inspection systems demonstrates an early application of robots for quality control in manufacturing. More recently, his 2023 review on trends in robotic systems for hand rehabilitation (2 citations) surveys the landscape of assistive devices, categorizing them by wearability, intent detection, and actuation—a valuable resource for researchers designing therapies for patients with hand impairments. Across these contributions, Shin bridges fundamental sensor design with practical robotic applications, from factory floors to clinical settings, highlighting a sustained commitment to making robots more perceptive, useful, and human-centered.