Thuyet Quang Pham

Hanoi University of Science and Technology

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Thuyet Quang Pham is a robotics researcher specializing in the control of soft and compliant actuators for human-robot interaction. His primary research focuses on Pneumatic Artificial Muscles (PAMs), addressing the fundamental challenges of modeling and controlling these inherently uncertain and hysteretic systems. Pham’s most cited work, “An Adaptive Sliding Mode Controller for a PAM-based Actuator” (2023), introduces a robust control strategy designed to overcome the nonlinearities that have historically limited PAMs in practical applications. By developing an adaptive sliding mode controller, he provides a pathway to more reliable and precise actuation for safe, human-friendly robots. While his citation count is still growing—reflecting the early stage of his career—his work tackles a critical bottleneck in soft robotics: achieving stable, high-performance control despite significant system uncertainty. Pham’s contributions are particularly relevant for researchers developing assistive devices, rehabilitation robots, and collaborative manipulators where safe, compliant, and responsive actuation is essential.