Laith Sawaqed

Jordan University of Science and Technology

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Laith Sawaqed is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of assistive robotics and bio-inspired sensing, with a focus on enhancing human-robot interaction for individuals with physical disabilities. His most notable contribution is the design of a sliding-track robotic arm mounted on a wheelchair, which overcomes the workspace limitations of fixed-position arms. By enabling the arm to move along a track, Sawaqed’s system allows paralyzed users to perform tasks without needing to reorient the entire wheelchair—a practical and user-centered innovation that has garnered attention in the assistive technology community. In parallel, he has explored bio-inspired acoustic sensing for robotic sound source localization and tracking, drawing on miniature auditory sensors to replicate biological hearing. This work offers an alternative to vision-based systems, particularly in environments where visual cues are limited. While his citation counts (3 per paper) reflect a focused, early-stage impact, his contributions demonstrate a clear commitment to making robotics more accessible and adaptive. Sawaqed’s research is especially relevant for students and engineers interested in low-cost, deployable assistive technologies and biologically inspired sensor systems.