Wenkang Su

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Wenkang Su is a researcher focused on the intersection of robotics and healthcare, with a particular emphasis on eldercare technologies. His most cited work, "Eldercare Robotics Revolution—Explaining Robotics for Eldercare" (2017), explores how robotic systems can address the growing challenges of an aging population. In this study, Su and his team conducted experiments using a TurtleBot 2 and a NAO robot to test various applications aimed at improving the health, safety, and quality of life for elderly individuals living independently. The paper, with 5 citations, highlights his early contributions to human-robot interaction and assistive robotics. Su’s research is notable for its practical, hands-on approach—demonstrating how affordable, commercially available robots can be repurposed for caregiving tasks such as fall detection, medication reminders, and social companionship. While his citation count is modest, his work represents an important step in making eldercare robotics accessible and understandable, bridging the gap between technical development and real-world care needs. For students and researchers entering the field of socially assistive robotics, Su’s work offers a clear, application-driven perspective on how robots can become compassionate tools in healthcare.