Yunbo Zhang

Rochester Institute of Technology

Papers

2

Total Citations

37

H-Index

2

About

Yunbo Zhang is a researcher at the forefront of human-robot interaction and augmented reality (AR) for manufacturing. His work centers on making industrial robots more accessible and intuitive to program, with a particular focus on reducing cognitive load for human operators. Zhang’s major contribution is the development of **HA²Rbot**, a human-centered AR robot programming method that actively monitors and adapts to the user’s cognitive load, significantly improving task efficiency and reducing errors. This work has garnered 31 citations, highlighting its impact on the field. In a subsequent study, Zhang pioneered a **self-supervised 6-DoF robot grasping framework** that leverages an AR teleoperation system to learn grasp poses without the need for laborious manual labeling. This approach addresses a critical bottleneck in deploying robots in restricted or dynamic environments, achieving a notable 6 citations since its 2024 publication. By integrating AR with self-supervised learning, Zhang is paving the way for more adaptable, human-aware robotic systems that can be taught through natural demonstration, making him a key figure in the next generation of human-robot collaboration.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
37
Total Citations
19
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
HA$$R^{2}$$bot: a human-centered augmented reality robot programming method with the awareness of cognitive load
31 citations · 2023
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2023 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 5
🏛 Institutions: Rochester Institute of Technology

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