Sho Kondo

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Sho Kondo is a robotics researcher whose work bridges computer vision and real-time physical interaction, most notably through the development of the fully automatic badminton-playing robot "MRO Brothers." His key research areas include robotic perception, motion planning, and human-robot interaction in dynamic environments. Kondo's major contribution lies in demonstrating how a distance image sensor—specifically the Kinect—can be used to detect a fast-moving shuttlecock and estimate its trajectory, enabling a robot to both receive and serve in a human-like playing environment. This work, published in 2019 and garnering 13 citations, represents a significant step toward robots capable of high-speed, reactive tasks in unstructured settings. Beyond this flagship project, Kondo's research continues to explore sensor-based control systems that allow machines to operate alongside humans with precision and safety. His achievements highlight the potential for integrating affordable depth-sensing technology into athletic and industrial applications, making him a notable figure in the field of interactive robotics.