Peter Steinhaus

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Peter Steinhaus is a robotics researcher whose work has significantly advanced the fields of humanoid robotics, human-robot interaction, and autonomous navigation. Based primarily at Karlsruhe, Germany, Steinhaus has been a key contributor to the Collaborative Research Center 588, an ambitious initiative dedicated to developing learning and cooperating multimodal humanoid robots. His most cited work, "A cognitive architecture for a humanoid robot" (2006, 63 citations), laid important groundwork for equipping robots with artificial intelligence capable of natural, intuitive interaction with humans. Alongside this, his contributions to the ARMAR II humanoid robot system (45 citations) helped define the mechatronic and cognitive frameworks that underpin modern humanoid platforms. Steinhaus has also pioneered innovative approaches to human-robot communication, notably through augmented reality interfaces that enable non-expert users to interact with autonomous mobile platforms (35 citations). His work on 3D data fusion for robot navigation and foveal 3D laser scanning further demonstrates his expertise in sensor integration and environment modeling. Additionally, his research into programming by demonstration and intuitive object modeling reflects a consistent commitment to making robotic systems more accessible and adaptable. With over 240 cumulative citations, Steinhaus has made a lasting mark on intelligent robotics research.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   A cognitive architecture for a humanoid robot: a first approach

   63 citations · 2006
2. 2
   ARMAR II — A LEARNING AND COOPERATIVE MULTIMODAL HUMANOID ROBOT SYSTEM

   45 citations · 2004
3. 3
   Using augmented reality to interact with an autonomous mobile platform

   35 citations · 2004
4. 4
   Autonomous Robot Navigation in Human-Centered Environments Based on 3D Data Fusion

   19 citations · 2007
5. 5
   THE COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH CENTER 588: "HUMANOID ROBOTS — LEARNING AND COOPERATING MULTIMODAL ROBOTS"

   19 citations · 2004
6. 6
   Developing and analyzing intuitive modes for interactive object modeling

   17 citations · 2007
7. 7
   A foveal 3D laser scanner integrating texture into range data.

   14 citations · 2006
8. 8
   Schritthaltende 3D-Kartierung und Lokalisierung für mobile Inspektionsroboter

   12 citations · 2003
9. 9
   A multisensor system for observation of user actions in programming by demonstration

   11 citations · 2003
10. 10
    MEPHISTO A Modular and Extensible Path Planning System Using Observation

    8 citations · 1999

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