Przemyslaw A. Lasota
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Papers
11
Total Citations
1,412
H-Index
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About
Przemysław A. Lasota is a leading robotics researcher whose work sits at the intersection of human-robot interaction, collaborative robotics, and safe motion planning. His research has significantly advanced our understanding of how robots can operate safely and effectively alongside humans in close-proximity environments, from industrial assembly lines to space applications. Lasota is perhaps best known for his comprehensive survey on safe human-robot interaction methods, which has accumulated over 550 citations across multiple publication venues, establishing it as a foundational reference in the field. His empirical investigations into human-aware motion planning demonstrated measurable improvements in team fluency, perceived safety, and worker satisfaction — findings that carry direct implications for real-world deployment of collaborative robots. A recurring theme across his portfolio is the challenge of bridging the gap between theoretical safety frameworks and practical industrial implementation. His work on automotive final assembly lines and cross-training strategies for human-robot teams illustrates a commitment to translating research insights into deployable solutions. His multiple-predictor approach to human motion prediction further reflects his interest in building robots that can anticipate and adapt to human behavior dynamically. With over 1,200 total citations, Lasota's contributions have meaningfully shaped the trajectory of collaborative and industrial robotics research.
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Top Papers
- 1A Survey of Methods for Safe Human-Robot Interaction369 citations · 2017
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- 3A Survey of Methods for Safe Human-Robot Interaction202 citations · 2017
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- 8A multiple-predictor approach to human motion prediction43 citations · 2017
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