Sang‐Cheol Kim

Jeonbuk National University, National Academy of Agricultural Science

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Sang-Cheol Kim is a pioneering researcher in agricultural robotics, with a focus on precision automation for crop management. His work bridges computer vision, sensor fusion, and intelligent control to solve real-world farming challenges. Kim’s most cited paper, “Accurate and robust pollinations for watermelons using intelligence guided visual servoing” (2024, 20 citations), introduces a novel approach to automating pollination—a critical, labor-intensive task—by combining visual guidance with robotic precision. His earlier foundational study, “A robot platform for unmanned weeding in a paddy field using sensor fusion” (2012, 19 citations), presents a robot capable of navigating uneven paddy terrain and performing weeding without damaging rice seedlings, using a fusion of sensors for stable, autonomous travel. This work demonstrated how robotics can address the irregular surfaces and delicate crops typical of wetland agriculture. Kim’s contributions are notable for their practical impact on sustainable farming, reducing the need for herbicides and manual labor. His research continues to influence the development of intelligent agricultural systems, making him a key figure in the field of precision agriculture and agri-robotics.