Paolo Ancilotti

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Paolo Ancilotti’s research centers on the intersection of real-time systems, embedded control, and simulation tools. His major contribution is the development of RTSIM, a pioneering set of C++ libraries that enable the joint simulation of a continuous plant and a real-time embedded controller. This tool allows engineers to separately specify a controller’s functional behavior from its software platform, facilitating rapid prototyping and early validation of complex cyber-physical systems. While his most-cited work has accumulated around 18 citations across multiple versions, the true impact of Ancilotti’s contributions lies in the practical utility of RTSIM for bridging the gap between control theory and implementation. His approach has influenced subsequent research in co-simulation and model-based design for embedded systems. Ancilotti’s work is particularly notable for its emphasis on fast prototyping, helping researchers and practitioners test real-time constraints before hardware deployment. Through this foundational tool, he has advanced the methodology for designing dependable embedded controllers in domains ranging from automotive to industrial automation.