Michael J Sack

University of California, Santa Cruz

Papers

1

Total Citations

3

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About

Michael J. Sack is a robotics researcher whose work centers on accessible telemanipulation, human-robot interaction, and haptic feedback. His most notable contribution, "A-RIFT: Visual Substitution of Force Feedback for a Zero-Cost Interface in Telemanipulation" (2022), introduces a novel approach that replaces costly force-feedback hardware with visual cues, making teleoperation more affordable and accessible. This work addresses a critical gap in the literature, where performance gains often overshadow cost and accessibility. By demonstrating that visual substitution of force feedback (VSFF) can effectively preserve the haptic channel at zero additional cost, Sack’s research has the potential to democratize robotic interfaces for education, remote surgery, and assistive technologies. With 3 citations and growing recognition, his work is gaining traction among researchers seeking practical, low-barrier solutions in telemanipulation. Sack’s focus on inclusive design and cost-effective innovation positions him as a rising voice in making advanced robotics more widely usable.

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Papers
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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
A-RIFT: Visual Substitution of Force Feedback for a Zero-Cost Interface in Telemanipulation
3 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 8
🏛 Institutions: University of California, Santa Cruz

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