Yihsin Ho
Papers
11
Total Citations
57
H-Index
5
About
Yihsin Ho is a researcher at the forefront of human-robot interaction, assistive robotics, and intelligent service systems. Their work centers on developing robotic technologies that seamlessly integrate into daily life, with a particular focus on supporting the elderly and enhancing mobility. Ho’s major contributions include pioneering motion recognition systems using 3D accelerometer sensor networks for a Mobility Assistant Robot—a versatile device that aids walking and standing—and creating user model-based applications that enable robots to filter and deliver personalized services. Their research also explores culturally adaptive interaction robots, recognizing that facial expressions and communication models must account for cross-cultural differences to be effective. With a total of over 50 citations across their most-cited works, Ho’s impact is evident in foundational studies on human motion recognition via data mining, hand gesture interfaces using Gaussian mixture models, and exercise support systems that leverage human-robot communication for mobile homes. Notably, their work on attendant robots for elderly care integrates ZigBee sensors and Kinect technology to prevent user disorientation, while their exploration of glasses-type wearable devices for robot control pushes the boundaries of intuitive interfaces. Ho’s interdisciplinary approach—blending sensor networks, data mining, and cultural sensitivity—positions them as a key innovator in creating robots that are not only functional but also empathetic and context-aware.
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- 3Interaction robot system considering culture differences7 citations · 2013
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- 5Robot Control Interface System Using Glasses-Type Wearable Devices5 citations · 2016
- 6Exercise Support Robotic System by Using Motion Detection5 citations · 2014
- 7A human motion recognition using data mining for a service robot4 citations · 2011
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- 9Attendant robot for elderly service using sensor network system3 citations · 2013
- 10The information providing system by using human motion recognition3 citations · 2011