Muhammad Raheel Afzal
KU Leuven, Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, Gyeongsang National University, Flanders Make (Belgium)
Papers
10
Total Citations
92
H-Index
6
About
Muhammad Raheel Afzal is a robotics researcher whose work sits at the intersection of rehabilitation engineering and human-robot interaction. His primary focus has been on developing novel, low-cost robotic systems for gait and trunk rehabilitation, particularly for stroke survivors. His most cited work, "Development of a Robotic Companion to Provide Haptic Force Interaction for Overground Gait Rehabilitation" (21 citations), introduces a wearable robotic system that delivers haptic cues to improve walking ability. He has also pioneered the use of a single-degree-of-freedom Jansen mechanism for a compact gait rehabilitation device (18 citations), demonstrating a clever, low-cost approach to a complex problem. Beyond rehabilitation, Afzal has contributed to industrial robotics, developing skill-based programming interfaces to make robot automation more accessible to factory workers. With over 90 total citations, his work bridges the gap between assistive medical devices and intuitive robotic control, offering practical solutions that prioritize user accessibility and clinical efficacy. His research is particularly notable for its focus on creating simple, affordable devices that can be deployed in real-world clinical settings.
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Top Papers
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- 3Haptic based gait rehabilitation system for stroke patients14 citations · 2016
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- 6Skill-Based Easy Programming Interface for Industrial Applications6 citations · 2022
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- 8A 4 DOF Robot for Post-Stroke Trunk Rehabilitation4 citations · 2019
- 9Design and control of artificial robotic hand3 citations · 2014
- 10Towards Easing Automation of Robotic Kitting Operations3 citations · 2022