Marco Donati

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Marco Donati is a leading figure in the field of physical human-robot interaction, with a primary focus on developing advanced sensor technologies that make robots safer and more intuitive to work alongside. His most influential work, "A Flexible Sensor Technology for the Distributed Measurement of Interaction Pressure" (2013, 86 citations), introduced a groundbreaking modular system of flexible opto-electronic sensor matrices encased in soft silicone. This innovation allows for the distributed, real-time measurement of contact pressure across a robot's surface, a critical capability for enabling safe and responsive collaboration between humans and machines. Donati’s contributions have been instrumental in addressing the fundamental challenge of sensing in soft robotics, providing a scalable and robust solution that has influenced subsequent designs in tactile sensing. His research, conducted at Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, bridges the gap between theoretical sensing principles and practical, deployable hardware, earning him recognition as a key innovator in the quest for truly interactive robotic systems.