Kiyoshi Oka
Papers
7
Total Citations
44
H-Index
3
About
Kiyoshi Oka is a robotics and nuclear engineering researcher whose work sits at the demanding intersection of remote handling systems, radiation hardness, and advanced robotic technologies. He is best known for his contributions to the development of radiation-proof robots capable of operating in extreme gamma-ray environments, most notably in the context of nuclear accidents and fusion reactor maintenance. His most cited work, "Development of a radiation-proof robot" (2002, 20 citations), established foundational principles for deploying robotic systems in hazardous radioactive settings, a challenge with profound implications for nuclear safety and disaster response. Oka made significant contributions to the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) program, conducting rigorous gamma-ray irradiation tests to evaluate the radiation hardness of critical remote handling components — work essential to ensuring the feasibility of robotic maintenance inside fusion reactors. His research systematically characterized robotics, viewing systems, and force control mechanisms under intense radiation conditions exceeding 30 kGy/h. Beyond nuclear applications, Oka demonstrated notable versatility by contributing to biomedical engineering through the development of laser forceps for fetal surgical treatment (2007). Collectively, his research has helped advance the reliability and safety of robotic systems in some of the most challenging environments imaginable.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Development of a radiation-proof robot20 citations · 2002
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- 3Development of laser forceps for fetal surgical treatment8 citations · 2007
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- 5Force control of remote maintenance robot for the ITER2 citations · 2002
- 6Development of Radiation Hardness Components for ITER Remote Maintenance2 citations · 1998
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