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Y. Ayoubi is a researcher whose work lies at the critical intersection of mechanical design and safety in collaborative robotics (cobots). Their primary research focus is on developing intrinsically compliant mechanisms that ensure safe physical human-robot interaction (pHRI). Ayoubi’s major contribution is the creation of the Variable Stiffness Safety-Oriented Mechanism (V2SOM), a novel safety device for cobot rotary joints, and a complementary safety mechanism for prismatic joints. These designs allow robots to passively achieve nonlinear, compliant behavior, moving beyond simple force control to guarantee intrinsic safety during unexpected collisions. Their most cited work, "A complete methodology to design a safety mechanism for prismatic joint implementation" (2016, 17 citations), addresses the often-overlooked safety challenges of linear motion. This foundational paper, along with subsequent validations of the V2SOM (2019, 14 citations; 2020, 8 citations), demonstrates a systematic approach from concept to experimental proof. Ayoubi’s research is pivotal for advancing the next generation of truly safe, human-like cobots, making them viable for widespread, close-proximity human interaction.