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Nikolay Kiktev is a prominent researcher specializing in agricultural robotics, autonomous systems, and computer vision, with a particular focus on horticulture automation. His work addresses one of modern agriculture's most pressing challenges: developing intelligent robotic platforms capable of performing complex harvesting tasks with minimal human intervention. Kiktev's most significant contributions center on strawberry and apple harvesting robotics. His foundational work on a robotized strawberry-picking platform (2019, 22 citations) established key algorithms for detecting berry location and ripeness, which he further refined through dedicated computer vision research (2020, 14 citations). His widely cited 2022 methodology paper (25 citations) introduced systematic frameworks for assessing robotic autonomy levels in horticultural settings, filling a critical gap in the field's methodological literature. Beyond individual systems, Kiktev has advanced multi-agent robotic architectures and laser rangefinder-based trajectory control, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to autonomous agricultural navigation. His analytical reviews of robotic technologies in horticulture provide valuable roadmaps for industry adoption globally. With over 90 cumulative citations and a research trajectory extending from foundational algorithms to smart agricultural solutions, Kiktev's work is shaping the future of precision farming and automated food production.