OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Mechatronics is 10. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-06-01 to 2026-06-01.)

Article	Citations
Interaction force measurement of parallel robots based on structure-integrated force sensors using interpretable linear neural networks	60
Feedback control system design for force-sensing concentric tube-based surgical robot: Kinematics using Bernstein polynomials	51
Recover a moving rotor UAV without ground–air communications: System and control of a dual-stage tracking device	41
Editorial Board	39
A real-time explicit mapping and teleoperation control method for humanoid robots with posture constraints	36
6D object pose estimation enhanced with normal vector images and adaptive multimodal fusion	36
Dynamics modeling and μ synthesis for a parallel - suspension type inertially stabilized platform	35
Design, fabrication and characterization of a wind-isolated galloping energy harvester via an embedded piezoelectric transducer	35
Innovative Multi Vibrotactile-Skin Stretch (MuViSS) haptic device for sensory motor feedback from a robotic prosthetic hand	35
Alternating pressure control system for hydraulic robots	30
Vertical error control for the façade-cleaning robot equipped on a gondola	30
Novel design of GFRP beam spring rocker-arm suspension for 6-wheeled mobile robots	29
High-precision and high-speed flow rate control with nonlinear disturbance compensation using valve body position feedback	28
Investigation of interaction between friction and elastic deformation by using a novel feed drive model	28
Driver perspective inspired pure pursuit path tracking control method for autonomous ground vehicles	28
Human–robot kinematic mapping method based on index constraint	27
Optimized magnetic field control of an electromagnetic actuation system for enhanced microrobot manipulation	25
Analytical solution to a time-varying LIP model for quadrupedal walking on a vertically oscillating surface	25
A fast planning approach for 3D short trajectory with a parallel framework	25
Active disturbance rejection control for unmanned tracked vehicles in leader–follower scenarios: Discrete-time implementation and field test validation	24
In-field gyroscope autocalibration with iterative attitude estimation	24
A novel high-frequency resonance controllable pneumatic actuator and its high-precision motion trajectory tracking control	24
Design and experimental equilibrium stability assessment of a RFRFR continuum parallel robot	24
Development of a novel resonant piezoelectric motor using parallel moving gears mechanism	24
Development of a novel cable-driven parallel robot for full-cycle ankle rehabilitation	24

Time-optimal robotic manipulation on a predefined path of loosely placed objects: Modeling and experiment	23
Data-driven frequency-domain iterative learning control with transfer learning	23
Real-time visual pose estimation: from BOP objects to custom drone — A journey	22
Dynamic modeling, trajectory planning and prototyping of an ice-skating robot	22
A novel concurrent learning-based fixed-time convergent visual depth observer for weakly persistently exciting perspective dynamical systems	22
Editorial Board	22
Model based reduced-order observers for a class of mechatronic systems with mitigation of disturbances effects using the Attractive Ellipsoid Method	22
Target encircling control possessing decreased sampling load for quadrotors with experimental verification	21
Generating stable periodic motion in underactuated systems in the presence of parameter uncertainty: Theory and experiments	21
Time-delay based output feedback control of fourth-order oscillatory systems	21
How to reduce the impedance for pHRI: Admittance control or underactuation?	21
Estimation of sideslip angle and cornering stiffness of an articulated vehicle using a constrained lateral dynamics model	21
Hierarchical control strategies for multi-mode steering system of emergency rescue vehicle	21
Design and calibration of 3D printed soft deformation sensors for soft actuator control	20
Bio-inspired soft gripper with SMA-based variable stiffness	20
Modeling and feedforward control of hysteresis in piezoelectric actuators considering its rotation and expansion	19
Machine learning-based framework for optimally solving the analytical inverse kinematics for redundant manipulators	19
Velocity field assist-as-needed controller for upper limb rehabilitation with sEMG-based spasticity detection	19
Development and image-guided control of a robotic endoscope system for nasotracheal intubation	18
CRTF-MoeICP: A robust coarse-to-fine reflector-based LiDAR indoor positioning algorithm	18
Calibration of a multi-mobile coil magnetic manipulation system utilizing a control-oriented magnetic model	18
Editorial Board	18
Control and experiments of a novel tiltable-rotor aerial platform comprising quadcopters and passive hinges	17
Editorial Board	17
Corrigendum to ‘Design and modeling of a driving system for soft massage robot’ [79 (2021) 102640]	17
Dynamic modeling and hierarchical control for cooperative tugboat operations	16
A heuristic solution-based motion planning framework for redundant manipulators	16
A two-electrode frequency-scan system for gesture recognition	16
Learning cooperative dynamic manipulation skills from human demonstration videos	16
Enhancing force controllability by mechanics in exoskeleton design	16
Active damping control of higher-order resonance mode in positioning systems: Application to prototype compliant dual positioning stage	15
Fixed-time adaptive sliding mode momentum observer for external torque estimation of robotic manipulators	15
Experimental validation of model-based collocated control for shape regulation in elastically decoupled underactuated soft robots	15
Detection of localized bearing faults in PMSMs by means of envelope analysis and wavelet packet transform using motor speed and current signals	14
Ultra-lightweight anthropomorphic dual-arm rolling robot for dexterous manipulation tasks on linear infrastructures: A self-stabilizing system	14
An active knee orthosis with a variable transmission ratio through a motorized dual clutch	14
A high-efficiency magnetic suspension actuator with reluctance-balanced permanent magnet biasing and flux-based control	14
Closed-loop identification of multi-axis active magnetic bearing systems based on decentralized and decoupling control	14
A self-adjusting and modular supervisory control algorithm for planar dexterous manipulation	14
Fast switching and dynamic characteristics preservation of water hydraulic high-speed on-off valve using pressure-adaptive multistage voltage and sliding mode control	14
Active safety control for distributed drive electric vehicle with unilateral motor fault based on mechanical redundancy	14
Self-protect falling trajectories for humanoids with resilient trunk	14
Compensating commutation-angle domain disturbances with application to waveform optimization for piezo stepper actuators	14
Design and test of pneumatic dedusting equipment for photovoltaic panels	14
Modeling and observer design of an inductive oven with continuous product flow	13
Corrigendum to “An alternate drive method for improving the carrying load capacity and displacement smoothness of a vertical piezoelectric platform” [Mechatronics, 2023, 92: 102983]	13
Design and multi-objective optimization of a novel robust command shaping technique for the tolerable level of residual vibration	13
Performance evaluation of a tactile and kinesthetic finger feedback system for teleoperation	13
Sensorless robotized cable contour following and connector detection	13
Gravity compensation mechanism with torque adjustment using magnetic energy	13

Dynamic error budgeting based robust system and control co-design for active vibration isolation systems	13
Learning to detect slip through tactile estimation of the contact force field and its entropy properties	13
Editorial Board	13
Development of a bionic multi-chamber hydraulic cylinder for improving energy efficiency	13
Human Intention-Oriented Variable Admittance Control with Power Envelope Regulation in Physical Human-Robot Interaction	13
Modular redesign of mechatronic systems: Formulation of module specifications guaranteeing system dynamics specifications	13
Data-based error compensation for georeferenced payload path tracking of automated tower cranes	13
Natural efficient gaits from Nonholonomic Locomotion Nonlinear Normal Mode (NL-NNM): The Pendrivencar case	13
Editorial Board	12
Spatial hybrid/parallel force control of a hexapod machine tool using structure-integrated force sensors and a commercial numerical control	12
Reduced-order modeling of modular, position-dependent systems with translating interfaces	12
An inflatable soft wearable knee rehabilitation device: Design, fabrication, control and preliminary evaluation	12
Multirate repetitive control for an industrial print-belt system	12
Design and practical implementation of a Neural Network self-tuned Inverse Dynamic Controller for a 3-DoF Delta parallel robot based on Arc Length Function for smooth trajectory tracking	12
Editorial Board	12
High-performance control of fast tool servos with robust disturbance observer and modified	12
Intelligent assistance for older adults via an admittance-controlled wheeled mobile manipulator with task-dependent end-effectors	12
Robust independent and simultaneous position control of multiple magnetic microrobots by sliding mode controller	12
Reversible fuel cell enabled underwater buoyancy control	12
Mass flow control using estimated output feedback in semiconductor processes	12
Using Franka Emika collaborative robot as a haptic device	12
Editorial Board	11
An adaptive composite control for a hydraulic actuator impedance system of legged robots	11
Editorial Board	11
Model-based approach for indentation on soft electronic skin	11
Editorial Board	11
Force feedback controller of a parallel haptic device via online adaptive dynamic programming	11
Visual SLAM algorithm based on dynamic attribute recognition in dynamic scenes	11
Research on space proximity pursuit-evasion interception decision-making based on deep reinforcement learning	11
A hybrid task-constrained motion planning for collaborative robots in intelligent remanufacturing	11
Anti-inertial loading platform: New method of resisting inertia in transport	11
Automatic-switching-based teleoperation framework for mobile manipulator with asymmetrical mapping and force feedback	11
Data association leveraging extrinsic parameter consistency for multi-object detection in maritime environment	11
Heterogeneous reinforcement learning vibration control of coupling system with four flexible beams connected by springs	11
Online identification of inertial parameters of a robot with partially combined links using IMU sensing	11
Passivity and underactuated modeling-based load energy coupling control for three-dimensional overhead crane systems	11
DBSCAN and Yolov5 based 3D object detection and its adaptation to a mobile platform	11
Guaranteed safe navigation via state-constraints induced by feedback control	11
The ForceCAST framework: Methodology and tools for benchmarking force control algorithms	11
irisVSA: Infinite-rotation infinite-stiffness Variable Stiffness Actuator towards physical human–robot-interaction	10
Smart infrastructure and autonomous vehicles: Ensuring safety and efficiency in urban traffic with Control Barrier Functions	10
Dynamic modeling of a curling HASEL actuator using the port Hamiltonian framework with experimental validation	10
A tactile reflex arc for physical human–robot interaction	10
A learning control scheme for upper-limb exoskeleton via adaptive sliding mode technique	10
An adaptive internal model control approach for unmanned surface vehicle based on bidirectional long short-term memory neural network: Implementation and field testing	10
Trajectory tracking through Multiple Weight Control with slackness avoidance for modular parallel tendon-driven joints	10
A novel robotic system enabling multiple bilateral upper limb rehabilitation training via an admittance controller and force field	10
High-gain observer-based pump/valve combined control for heavy vehicle electro-hydraulic servo steering system	10
VARISA - A VARIable Stiffness soft robotics Arm based on inverse pneumatic actuators and differential drive fiber jamming	10