Kyeong Ho Cho
Papers
16
Total Citations
457
H-Index
12
About
Kyeong Ho Cho is a robotics and mechatronics researcher whose work spans two compelling frontiers: infrastructure inspection robotics and soft actuator technology. His early career produced a series of influential contributions to autonomous cable-climbing systems for suspension bridges, designing wheel-based and caterpillar-driven robots capable of safely navigating hanger cables while performing visual and non-destructive inspections — work that directly addresses the dangerous, labor-intensive nature of bridge maintenance. His multifunctional robotic crawler systems have collectively garnered over 200 citations, establishing him as a key figure in structural inspection automation. In parallel, Cho has made significant strides in soft robotics, pioneering the use of twisted and coiled polymer actuators (TCAs) fabricated from materials like Nylon 6,6 and spandex. His research demonstrates how these thermally driven actuators can replicate biological muscle behavior, enabling robotic fingers, artificial musculoskeletal modules, and dielectric elastomer-driven joint mechanisms. His 2016 paper on TCA-driven robotic fingers alone has earned 81 citations, reflecting the field's enthusiasm for his biomimetic approach. Across both domains, Cho's work reflects a sustained commitment to bridging mechanical ingenuity with real-world utility, making him a noteworthy contributor to modern robotics research.
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Top Papers
- 1A robotic finger driven by twisted and coiled polymer actuator81 citations · 2016
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- 3Double Helix Twisted and Coiled Soft Actuator from Spandex and Nylon58 citations · 2018
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- 6Development of cable climbing robot for maintenance of suspension bridges25 citations · 2012
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