Papers
11
Total Citations
234
H-Index
8
About
Wataru Fukui is a leading researcher in the fields of biomedical engineering and robotics, with a particular focus on red blood cell (RBC) mechanics and the development of advanced robotic hands. His most cited work, "Red blood cell fatigue evaluation based on the close-encountering point between extensibility and recoverability" (2014, 112 citations), introduces a novel method to assess RBC deformability—a critical factor for circulation through narrow capillaries—by analyzing the balance between cell extension and recovery. This contribution has significant implications for understanding blood disorders and microcirculation. In robotics, Fukui has pioneered the development of multi-fingered universal robot hands equipped with torque limiters, tactile sensors, and haptic feedback systems, enabling dexterous manipulation and teleoperation. His notable achievements include the creation of a five-fingered hand with a torque limiter mechanism (2009, 31 citations) and a two-fingered haptic device for tele-rehabilitation (2011, 23 citations). Through his work on slip detection, shape classification, and force control, Fukui has advanced the integration of tactile and force sensing, enhancing robotic hand autonomy and human-robot interaction. His research bridges biomechanics and robotics, offering practical solutions for medical diagnostics and assistive technologies.
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- 3Two-Fingered Haptic Device for Robot Hand Teleoperation23 citations · 2011
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- 6Slip detection using robot fingertip with 6-axis force/torque sensor11 citations · 2013
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- 9Multipoint haptic device for robot hand teleoperation8 citations · 2012
- 10Development of Multi-Fingered Universal Robot Hand4 citations · 2008