Philippe Le Parc
Université Européenne de Bretagne, Université de Bretagne Occidentale
Papers
5
Total Citations
24
H-Index
4
About
Philippe Le Parc is a researcher whose work spans robotics, remote control systems, and positioning technologies, with a particular focus on applying innovative solutions to real-world challenges in automation and assistive technology. His early contributions in the early 2000s explored foundational approaches to robot control and low-level implementation, including pioneering work on internet-based robot control and the application of the synchronous programming language SIGNAL for mobile robot tasks such as odometric calculation and safety functions. Le Parc's research evolved to address the complexities of remote operation, most notably through his 2010 work on virtual reality as a tool to mitigate the disruptive effects of communication delays in remote control systems — a practically significant challenge in teleoperation. His later work demonstrated a strong commitment to socially impactful robotics, particularly in elder care and emergency response. His investigations into Ultra-Wideband (UWB) positioning technology for assistance robots and rescue applications highlighted innovative, low-cost approaches to indoor localization and human detection where GPS-based solutions fall short. Collectively, his publications reflect a career dedicated to bridging theoretical control systems with accessible, human-centered robotic applications, contributing meaningfully to the fields of telerobotics and assistive technology.
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Top Papers
- 1Virtual reality to improve remote control in presence of delays6 citations · 2010
- 2Control a Robot on Internet6 citations · 2001
- 3Ultra-Wideband Positioning for Assistance Robots for Elderly5 citations · 2013
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- 5SIGNAL: a language for low level implementation3 citations · 2002