Jae‐Do Nam
Papers
35
Total Citations
1,058
H-Index
17
About
Jae-Do Nam is a pioneering researcher in biomimetic soft robotics, specializing in the design and development of soft actuators inspired by biological systems. His major contributions include the creation of the Antagonistically Driven Linear Actuator (ANTLA), a cost-effective, muscle-like actuator based on dielectric elastomers, and the development of twisted and coiled polymer actuators (TCAs) using materials like nylon and spandex for strong, large-stroke motion. Nam’s work has driven the field forward, with his most cited paper, “Artificial annelid robot driven by soft actuators” (2007), amassing 237 citations for its innovative approach to undulatory locomotion. His research on biomimetic quadruped robots and robotic fingers has further demonstrated the practical application of soft actuators in robotics. With over 750 total citations across his top ten papers, Nam’s impact is evident in advancing soft actuation for unstructured environments. Notably, his development of a six-axis capacitive force/torque sensor based on dielectric elastomers highlights his versatility in creating low-cost, high-performance robotic components. Nam’s work continues to inspire new generations of soft robotics researchers.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Artificial annelid robot driven by soft actuators237 citations · 2007
- 2Biomimetic Soft Actuator: Design, Modeling, Control, and Applications114 citations · 2005
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- 4A robotic finger driven by twisted and coiled polymer actuator81 citations · 2016
- 5Double Helix Twisted and Coiled Soft Actuator from Spandex and Nylon58 citations · 2018
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- 7Six-axis capacitive force/torque sensor based on dielectric elastomer35 citations · 2013
- 8Active Polymers: An Overview32 citations · 2007
- 9Microrobot actuated by soft actuators based on dielectric elastomer31 citations · 2003
- 10A face robot actuated with artificial muscle based on dielectric elastomer30 citations · 2005