Siti Anom Ahmad
Papers
22
Total Citations
411
H-Index
9
About
Siti Anom Ahmad is a prominent researcher specializing in robotics, biomedical engineering, and human-machine interfaces, with particular expertise in prosthetic and rehabilitation technologies. Her most influential work, a 2015 survey on pressure sensors for robotic hands (169 citations), established her as a leading authority on tactile sensing technologies, comprehensively examining transducer methods including piezoresistive, piezoelectric, and capacitive approaches. This foundational contribution continues to guide sensor design decisions across the robotics community. Ahmad's research elegantly bridges hardware innovation and clinical application. Her work on 3D-printed prosthetic hand structures using four-bar linkage mechanisms offers practical, accessible solutions for trans-radial amputees, while her studies on surface electromyography (sEMG) signal classification advance rehabilitation robotics for individuals with stroke, spinal cord injuries, and conditions like Parkinson's disease. Her development of amplitude-independent muscle activity detection algorithms demonstrates a commitment to making assistive technologies more robust and user-friendly. With contributions spanning gripper design, slip detection, multichannel EMG acquisition systems, and soft robotic gloves, Ahmad has cultivated a remarkably cohesive research portfolio totaling over 350 citations. Her work consistently prioritizes real-world impact, making sophisticated robotic and rehabilitation technologies more effective and attainable for people with physical disabilities.
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Top Papers
- 1Pressure Sensor: State of the Art, Design, and Application for Robotic Hand169 citations · 2015
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- 5A sensitivity study of piezoresistive pressure sensor for robotic hand16 citations · 2013
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