M. Akbari
Papers
3
Total Citations
14
H-Index
2
About
M. Akbari is a robotics researcher whose work centers on the design and control of dynamically stable systems, with a particular focus on the Ballbot—a robot that maintains balance on a single spherical wheel. Akbari’s major contributions lie in advancing the mechanical and sensory precision required for such inherently unstable platforms. In their most cited work, "Timing belt gearbox in Ballbot robot" (2013, 9 citations), Akbari addressed the critical challenge of eliminating motor backlash to achieve the smooth, accurate motion essential for stabilization. Further, in "Constructing IMU based on ADC and sensors calibration for Ballbot" (2013, 3 citations), they developed a custom Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) using calibrated sensors and analog-to-digital conversion, replacing commercial units to improve feedback fidelity. Akbari also explored human-robot interaction in "The Intelligent Modeling of Human Hand Motion Using Magnetic Based Techniques" (2012, 2 citations), applying magnetic tracking to simulate hand movements for robotic applications. Though their citation counts are modest, these foundational studies contribute practical solutions to the core challenges of dynamic balance and sensor integration, offering valuable insights for students and researchers working on nonholonomic mobile robots and real-time control systems.
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Top Papers
- 1Timing belt gearbox in Ballbot robot9 citations · 2013
- 2Constructing IMU based On ADC and sensors calibration for Ballbot3 citations · 2013
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