Jun KADOWAKI

National Institute of Technology, Kagawa College

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Jun Kadowaki is a leading researcher in the field of wearable robotics and pneumatic actuation, with a primary focus on developing lightweight, portable assistive devices for industrial and aging workforces. His major contributions center on the design and modeling of innovative pneumatic systems, including a pneumatic flexible linear brake for power assist devices that addresses critical issues of rigidity and safety in posture-support robots. Kadowaki’s work on variable volume tanks for portable air supply systems has been instrumental in advancing the portability of wearable robots, enabling compressed air sources to be integrated directly into lightweight suits without sacrificing performance. Though his most-cited papers currently hold 3 and 2 citations respectively, these early works represent foundational steps toward practical, untethered power assist devices that could alleviate worker shortages and reduce physical strain. His research bridges mechanical modeling and real-world application, making him a notable figure in the development of next-generation exoskeletons and pneumatic braking mechanisms.