Satoshi Saga

Tohoku University, The University of Tokyo

Papers

6

Total Citations

39

H-Index

4

About

Satoshi Saga is a pioneering researcher in robotics and haptic interfaces, whose work bridges the gap between simulation and real-world robotic performance. His most cited paper, "Validation of Simulated Robots with Realistically Modeled Dimensions and Mass in USARSim" (2008, 16 citations), established critical methodologies for ensuring that simulated robots accurately reflect their physical counterparts—a foundational contribution to the transparency and efficiency of robotics research tools. Saga’s expertise extends to tactile sensing, where he developed innovative total-internal-reflection-based tactile sensors for robot fingers, enabling three-dimensional reconstruction of reflective surfaces through geometrical optics constraints (2010, 6 citations). His work on haptic teaching using opposite force presentation (2005, 6 citations) explores how tactile feedback can enhance learning effects in human-robot interaction. Additionally, Saga contributed to disaster response robotics, designing online simulation environments for crawler robots operating in rough terrains and developing multi-camera wide field-of-view display systems for rescue robots like IRS Soryu. His research consistently addresses real-world challenges—from validating simulation fidelity to creating intuitive interfaces—making him a key figure in advancing both robotic simulation and tactile sensing technologies.

Research Focus

Key Achievements

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H-Index
6
Papers
39
Total Citations
7
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Validation of Simulated Robots with Realistically Modeled Dimensions and Mass in USARSim
16 citations · 2008
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2008 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 11
🏛 Institutions: Tohoku University, The University of Tokyo

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