Norio Yokoshima
Papers
2
Total Citations
17
H-Index
2
About
Norio Yokoshima is a pioneering figure in the field of robotics, with a career spanning from foundational motion control to applied domestic automation. His early work focused on precision manipulation, as demonstrated in his 1990 paper on motion control for vertical-type direct-drive robot manipulators, which laid groundwork for high-accuracy robotic systems. Yokoshima’s most significant contribution, however, is his 2009 development of an automatic dishwashing robot system—a landmark achievement in service robotics. This system integrates two 7-degree-of-freedom manipulators, a novel hook-structured gripper, and advanced sensing and control architectures to autonomously handle dishware. With 14 citations, this work stands as his most influential, showcasing a practical solution to a challenging real-world task. Yokoshima’s research bridges the gap between industrial manipulation and everyday assistance, highlighting his commitment to creating robots that enhance quality of life. His work remains a key reference for researchers in domestic robotics and autonomous manipulation.
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Top Papers
- 1Development of an automatic dishwashing robot system14 citations · 2009
- 2Motion Control for Vertical Type Direct Drive Robot Manipulator3 citations · 1990