Kyeongmin Choi
Papers
2
Total Citations
12
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2
About
Kyeongmin Choi is a pioneering researcher in the field of robotic musicianship, with a primary focus on developing anthropomorphic robots capable of playing the violin. His work sits at the intersection of mechanical engineering, sensor technology, and performance arts, aiming to replicate the nuanced physicality of human musicians. Choi’s major contributions include the design and control of a violin-playing robot that mimics human bowing techniques, where he identified bowing velocity, force, and sound point as critical factors for sound quality. He further advanced this research by developing an anthropomorphic robotic finger equipped with a custom 3-axis integrated load cell, enabling precise force control and accurate fingering on the instrument’s strings. Although his most-cited works have accumulated modest citation counts—8 and 4 citations respectively—their significance lies in laying foundational groundwork for expressive robotic performance. Choi’s research is notable for bridging robotics with the subtle artistry of music, offering insights into human motor learning and sensorimotor control. His work remains a key reference for engineers and roboticists exploring dexterous manipulation and human-robot interaction in creative domains.
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- 1A Study about Sound Quality for Violin Playing Robot8 citations · 2015
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