Oleksandr Sokolov
Papers
5
Total Citations
29
H-Index
3
About
Oleksandr Sokolov is a leading researcher at the intersection of soft robotics, intelligent human-robot interaction, and digital metrology. His most impactful work focuses on continuum arms actuated by pneumatic artificial muscles, where he has systematically advanced the design, modeling, and control of these highly flexible and safe systems. His comprehensive 2023 review on this topic, with 14 citations, has become a key reference for the field, highlighting how soft robots outperform rigid counterparts in adaptability and safety. Sokolov has also pioneered the use of digital twins for soft robots with pneumatic muscle actuators, enabling real-time simulation and monitoring. In the realm of collaborative robotics, his 2025 work on intelligent human-robot interaction assistants addresses the growing demand for adaptable automation, which is projected to capture 33% of the industrial robot market by 2030. Additionally, his exploration of digital and information technologies in Metrology 4.0 bridges the gap between advanced sensing and manufacturing precision. With a portfolio that spans foundational reviews to cutting-edge optimization frameworks for soft actuator control, Sokolov’s work is shaping the future of safe, flexible, and intelligent robotic systems.
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Top Papers
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- 2Digital and Information Technologies in Metrology 4.07 citations · 2023
- 3Intelligent Human–Robot Interaction Assistant for Collaborative Robots4 citations · 2025
- 4A Digital Twin of the Soft Robot with a Pneumatic Muscle Actuator3 citations · 2023
- 5Optimization of Soft Actuator Control in a Continuum Robot1 citations · 2025