Kanta Aoki
Papers
7
Total Citations
28
H-Index
4
About
Kanta Aoki is a pioneering researcher in rehabilitation robotics, dedicated to restoring mobility and independence for individuals with severe motor disabilities. His primary research areas encompass assistive robotics for spinal cord injury (SCI) recovery, wearable auxiliary tools for elderly care, and robotic mobility solutions for neuromuscular diseases. Aoki's major contributions include the development of a series of rehabilitation robots that guide walking pattern training for SCI patients, from preliminary prototypes to practical systems designed for home use. He also led the creation of a novel robotic stretcher for patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), enabling those who must remain horizontal to navigate buildings autonomously. This work, detailed in his most-cited paper (2013, 8 citations), directly addressed a critical gap in assistive technology. As a key figure at the Human Robotics Research Center (HRRC), established in 2013, Aoki has driven the translation of robotic systems into real-world rehabilitation and nursing care settings. His cumulative work, spanning over a decade and accumulating more than 28 citations, has laid foundational groundwork for patient-centered robotic assistance, profoundly impacting the quality of life for individuals with profound physical limitations.
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Top Papers
- 1Rehabilitation robots assisting in walking training for SCI patient8 citations · 2013
- 2Rehabilitation robots assisting in walking training for SCI patient4 citations · 2012
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- 4Rehabilitation Robot in Primary Walking Pattern Training for SCI Patient4 citations · 2014
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- 7518 Robotic Stretcher for SMA Patient2 citations · 2012