Kai ARIHARA
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About
Kai Arihara is a researcher in assistive robotics, with a primary focus on developing safe and reliable walking support robots for elderly and mobility-impaired individuals. His major contributions center on the design and integration of innovative mechanical safety devices that prevent accidents during human-robot interaction. Arihara’s most cited works, including his 2014 and 2015 papers, propose robots equipped with velocity-based, torque-based, and contact force-based mechanical safety devices attached to each drive shaft. These devices automatically engage when detecting unexpected high angular velocity or excessive torque, ensuring the robot stops or reduces power to protect the user. His approach prioritizes intrinsic mechanical safety over software-dependent solutions, enhancing reliability. Though his citation counts are modest—each paper garnering 4 citations—his work represents a foundational step in fail-safe design for assistive walkers. Arihara’s research is notable for addressing a critical gap in robotic safety, offering practical mechanisms that could be integrated into future rehabilitation and daily-living aids. His contributions are valuable for students and engineers interested in human-centered robotics, mechanical safety engineering, and the development of trustworthy assistive technologies.
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