Kodai Koyanagi
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Kodai Koyanagi pioneers the emerging field of microrobotic haptics, specializing in soft robotics and tactile sensing at insect-scale dimensions. His landmark work, “Active tactile sensing of small insect force by a soft microfinger toward microfinger-insect interactions” (2022, 7 citations), introduces a groundbreaking soft microfinger capable of measuring forces exerted by tiny insects—a feat previously unattainable with conventional rigid sensors. This innovation bridges the gap between macroscale human-robot interaction and the “small world” of microrobotics, enabling unprecedented studies of insect biomechanics and behavior. Koyanagi’s contributions are foundational for developing biohybrid systems and microsurgical tools, where precise force feedback is critical. By adapting principles from humanoid robotics to sub-millimeter scales, he has opened new avenues for exploring how robots can gently interact with living organisms. His work not only advances soft robotics but also provides essential tools for entomologists and microengineers. With growing recognition in the microrobotics community, Koyanagi continues to push the boundaries of what is possible at the intersection of biology and robotics.
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