Kyung Seok Byun
Korea University, Mokpo National University, Samsung (South Korea)
Papers
11
Total Citations
136
H-Index
6
About
Dr. Kyung Seok Byun is a leading figure in the field of robotics, with a primary focus on the design and control of omnidirectional mobile robots. His pioneering work addresses fundamental challenges in wheeled locomotion, most notably through the invention of the continuous alternate wheel, which eliminates the problematic gaps between rollers found in traditional designs, thereby minimizing vibration and enabling smoother, more stable motion. Byun’s research also introduced a novel four-wheeled omnidirectional platform with a variable wheel arrangement mechanism, functioning as a continuously variable transmission (CVT) for enhanced energy efficiency. His contributions extend to high-sensitivity torque sensors for robot manipulators, utilizing a 4-bar linkage shape to overcome the traditional trade-off between sensitivity and stiffness. With over 130 citations across his most influential papers, Byun’s work has had a lasting impact on both academic research and industrial applications, including the development of LCD glass transfer robots. His innovative designs and control algorithms continue to inspire new generations of roboticists seeking to improve the agility, precision, and efficiency of mobile platforms.
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- 4Design of continuous alternate wheels for omnidirectional mobile robots20 citations · 2002
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