P. Morasso

University of Genoa, Italian Institute of Technology

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P. Morasso is a pioneering researcher whose work spans mobile robotics, human motor control, and haptic perception. His key contributions lie in developing intelligent navigation systems for autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) and advancing the assessment of sensorimotor function. In his highly cited 2002 paper on multi-level navigation, Morasso introduced a layered architecture integrating mission planning, real-time trajectory generation, and motion control—a framework that remains influential for industrial and service robots. His work on active localization techniques (2002, 6 citations) demonstrated cost-effective, flexible positioning methods for real-world environments, reducing environmental impact while maintaining accuracy. Morasso also made significant strides in rehabilitation research, proposing a novel method (2014, 7 citations) to evaluate kinesthetic acuity during haptic interaction—addressing the critical gap in proprioceptive assessment for stroke patients. His early work on representing shape for visuo-motor processes in robots (1983) laid foundational ideas for robotic perception. With over 20 citations across his most-cited papers, Morasso’s research bridges robotics and neuroscience, offering practical solutions for autonomous navigation and clinical rehabilitation. His interdisciplinary approach continues to inspire students and researchers in robotics, haptics, and motor control.