Takayuki Okatani
Tohoku University, RIKEN Center for Advanced Intelligence Project
Papers
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Total Citations
156
H-Index
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About
Takayuki Okatani is a leading roboticist whose work spans search-and-rescue robotics, humanoid locomotion, and advanced sensor systems. His most impactful contributions center on continuum robots for disaster response, where he developed serpentine platforms capable of navigating narrow rubble to simultaneously gather critical environmental data—work that has earned over 45 citations. Okatani also made foundational advances in bipedal robot control, demonstrating how gaze stabilization and visual feedback can dramatically improve a robot’s balance and motion tracking; his 2006 study on gaze control mechanisms remains a key reference with 15 citations. Beyond locomotion, he has innovated in tactile sensing, creating reflection-type sensors that reconstruct 3D surface deformations for robotic fingers, and in underwater robotics with generative models for landmark detection. His projects, including the ImPACT-TRC Thin Serpentine Robot and the “Collaborative Robots for Infrastructure” initiative, reflect a commitment to real-world impact—addressing Japan’s aging infrastructure and disaster preparedness. With a career bridging theory and application, Okatani’s work continues to shape how robots perceive, move, and assist in the most challenging environments.
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- 3ImPACT-TRC Thin Serpentine Robot Platform for Urban Search and Rescue17 citations · 2019
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- 52DOF motion stabilization of biped robot by gaze control strategy11 citations · 2005
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