Samir Bennani

European Space Research and Technology Centre

Papers

3

Total Citations

17

H-Index

2

About

Samir Bennani is a rising researcher in modular robotics and nonlinear control systems, whose work bridges hardware design and algorithmic robustness. His primary research areas include distributed modular robotic systems, wireless communication protocols for multi-agent synchronization, and robust optimal control under uncertainty. Bennani’s major contribution is the development of **3PAC**, a plug-and-play system that decouples mechanical and electrical design in modular robots, enabling enhanced power sharing and communication without costly hardware redesigns—a breakthrough that addresses a long-standing trade-off in the field. His work on hybrid wireless-local communication further advances synchronization in modular swarms, preventing self-destructive behaviors through information propagation. With over 17 citations across his most-cited papers, Bennani’s impact is growing, particularly for his innovative approach to system-level synthesis for nonlinear systems with parametric uncertainties. His 2023 paper on robust optimal control introduces a method that jointly optimizes nominal trajectories and error feedback, requiring minimal offline design—a practical step toward real-world deployment. Bennani’s research is shaping the future of adaptive, resilient robotic systems, making him a notable voice in contemporary robotics and control theory.

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2
H-Index
3
Papers
17
Total Citations
6
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
3PAC: A Plug-and-Play System for Distributed Power Sharing and Communication in Modular Robots
10 citations · 2021
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2021 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 7
🏛 Institutions: European Space Research and Technology Centre

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