Stefano Cenci

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Stefano Cenci is a researcher whose work bridges the critical gap between advanced robotics and practical biomedical and industrial applications. His primary research areas include rehabilitation robotics, mechatronic design, and automated assembly systems. Cenci’s most notable contribution is the design of a single-degree-of-freedom active hand orthosis for neurorehabilitation, a device conceived as an add-on for cable-suspended robots used in upper limb therapy for stroke patients. This work, which has garnered 20 citations, addresses a crucial need for targeted hand rehabilitation in the acute and sub-acute phases post-stroke, offering a simpler, more accessible solution for restoring motor function. In the industrial domain, Cenci has also made significant strides with his work on a flexible assembly system for heat exchanger coils. This project, which has received 4 citations, introduces a novel, robotized work cell featuring a specially designed end-effector capable of storing and singularizing bends for automated assembly. This innovation demonstrates his ability to apply robotic solutions to complex manufacturing challenges, enhancing efficiency and flexibility. Through these contributions, Cenci has established himself as a researcher dedicated to creating tangible, impactful technologies that improve human health and industrial productivity.