K. Khodabendehloo

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K. Khodabendehloo is a pioneering researcher in industrial robotics, with a particular focus on the automated handling of non-rigid and deformable products—a challenge that has long limited the versatility of manufacturing systems. His seminal 1991 work, "Research towards generalised robotic systems for handling non-rigid products," which has garnered 14 citations, laid the groundwork for integrating sensors, expert systems, and manipulator design into a unified framework. This research addressed a critical gap in industrial automation, demonstrating that general-purpose robotic systems could be developed to handle a broad range of flexible materials, from food items to textiles. Khodabendehloo’s contributions are foundational to the field of soft robotics and adaptive manufacturing, where his insights into sensor integration and intelligent control continue to influence modern approaches. By championing the concept of generalised robotic systems, he has helped shift the industry toward more adaptable and intelligent automation, making his work a key reference for researchers and engineers seeking to expand the capabilities of industrial robots beyond rigid, pre-programmed tasks.