Valentino Razza

Italian Institute of Technology, Politecnico di Torino

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Valentino Razza is a rising roboticist whose work sits at the intersection of locomotion and advanced manufacturing. His primary research focuses on whole-body trajectory optimization for multimodal robots—systems capable of seamlessly transitioning between aerial and legged movement. In his most-cited work (2022, 9 citations), Razza tackles the open challenge of planning feasible, dynamic trajectories for these complex platforms, bridging methods from both aerial and legged robotics to enable more versatile, agile machines. This contribution is foundational for robots operating in unstructured environments, from search-and-rescue to planetary exploration. In a striking departure, Razza also pioneers the integration of robotics into materials joining. His 2025 study on robot-assisted quasi-simultaneous laser welding of thermoplastics (4 citations) reimagines a traditionally static process by employing a robotic arm, unlocking new flexibility and precision in manufacturing. This work demonstrates his ability to apply robotic principles across domains, from locomotion to industrial automation. Though early in his career, Razza’s dual focus on whole-body control and robotic fabrication signals a researcher unafraid to cross boundaries—shaping the future of both mobile robots and smart manufacturing.