Teck Chew Wee

Imperial College London, NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre

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Teck Chew Wee is a robotics researcher whose work centers on the design, kinematics, dynamics, and control of bipedal humanoid robots — one of the most technically demanding frontiers in modern robotics. His research addresses the fundamental challenges of achieving stable and naturalistic locomotion in humanoid systems, with a particular focus on developing accurate mechanical models that underpin reliable movement. Wee's notable contributions include work on the TPinokio humanoid robot platform, through which he explored both mechanical design principles and optimal control strategies for bipedal walking. A key insight driving his research is the comparative advantage of toe-foot walking over flat-foot walking in replicating the fluidity and efficiency of human gait. His 2014 publications in this area have begun attracting attention within the robotics community, reflecting the foundational nature of his contributions to humanoid locomotion science. For students and researchers entering the fields of robot kinematics, motion planning, or legged locomotion, Wee's work offers a valuable technical foundation, particularly in understanding how mechanical structure and control architecture must co-evolve to produce effective bipedal movement.