Rie Nishihama
Papers
6
Total Citations
30
H-Index
3
About
Rie Nishihama is a pioneering roboticist whose work sits at the intersection of soft robotics, haptic feedback, and human-robot interaction. Her research centers on developing novel actuation and sensing systems—particularly using pneumatic artificial muscles and magnetorheological (MR) fluid brakes—to create robots that are not only safer and more adaptable but also capable of nuanced physical interaction with humans. A key contribution is her development of a bimanual wearable force feedback device that combines these technologies to deliver realistic tactile sensations in virtual reality, a breakthrough for immersive teleoperation and training. Nishihama has also made significant strides in pipeline inspection, proposing a highly accurate shape measurement method using IMU sensors that leverages peristaltic motion, directly addressing critical infrastructure safety needs. Her work on human-robot handshakes under variable stiffness conditions, which uses EMG signals to quantify the perception of firmness, has deepened our understanding of how robots can convey social and physical cues. With over 30 citations across her most prominent papers, Nishihama’s research is gaining traction for its practical applications in rehabilitation, VR, and infrastructure maintenance, establishing her as a rising leader in soft and interactive robotics.
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- 3Research of human-robot handshakes under variable stiffness conditions6 citations · 2019
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