Shotaro Mamiya
Papers
2
Total Citations
7
H-Index
2
About
Shotaro Mamiya is a robotics researcher whose work centers on legged locomotion, specifically the mechanical design of robotic feet for stable walking on uneven terrain. His major contributions lie in developing novel foot structures that integrate divided flat soles and spring mechanisms, enabling biped and quadruped robots to adapt to rough ground without requiring detailed surface detection. Mamiya’s 2014 paper on a new foot structure with springs and flat soles for biped robots has garnered 4 citations, while his 2016 experimental verification of a foot with divided flat soles and springs has received 3 citations. Though modest in citation count, these works represent foundational steps toward practical ambulation for walking robots in human environments, addressing the critical challenge of terrain adaptability. His research is particularly notable for its focus on mechanical simplicity and passive compliance, offering a cost-effective solution for robust locomotion. Mamiya’s work contributes to the broader goal of deploying legged robots for social and industrial support, making his designs relevant for future applications in search-and-rescue, inspection, and assistive robotics.
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- 1A new foot structure with springs and flat soles for biped robot walking4 citations · 2014
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