Pietro Caroni

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221

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Pietro Caroni is a leading researcher in the field of human-robot interaction and assistive robotics, with a primary focus on developing autonomous systems for healthcare and personal care applications. His most significant contribution is the design and deployment of Lio, a mobile robot platform equipped with a multi-functional arm, explicitly engineered for safe and effective human-robot interaction. Caroni’s work has achieved remarkable real-world impact, as Lio is already functioning autonomously in several healthcare facilities, assisting both staff and patients on a daily basis. This pioneering work has garnered substantial attention, with his landmark 2020 paper on Lio accumulating over 220 citations, underscoring its influence in the robotics community. Caroni’s research bridges the gap between laboratory prototypes and practical, everyday assistance, addressing critical challenges in aging societies and caregiving. His achievements demonstrate a rare combination of technical innovation and translational success, making him a key figure in the advancement of service robotics for care applications.