OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Mechatronics is 9. 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 2022-08-01 to 2026-08-01.)

Article	Citations
Interaction force measurement of parallel robots based on structure-integrated force sensors using interpretable linear neural networks	53
Recover a moving rotor UAV without ground–air communications: System and control of a dual-stage tracking device	47
Editorial Board	44
6D object pose estimation enhanced with normal vector images and adaptive multimodal fusion	40
Novel design of GFRP beam spring rocker-arm suspension for 6-wheeled mobile robots	39
Driver perspective inspired pure pursuit path tracking control method for autonomous ground vehicles	39
Dynamics modeling and μ synthesis for a parallel - suspension type inertially stabilized platform	37
Vertical error control for the façade-cleaning robot equipped on a gondola	33
Alternating pressure control system for hydraulic robots	32
Investigation of interaction between friction and elastic deformation by using a novel feed drive model	31
Unbalanced magnetic force analysis and harmonic optimization of flux switching machine based on stator axial partition	31
Feedback control system design for force-sensing concentric tube-based surgical robot: Kinematics using Bernstein polynomials	29
Design, fabrication and characterization of a wind-isolated galloping energy harvester via an embedded piezoelectric transducer	28
High-precision and high-speed flow rate control with nonlinear disturbance compensation using valve body position feedback	27
A real-time explicit mapping and teleoperation control method for humanoid robots with posture constraints	27
Innovative Multi Vibrotactile-Skin Stretch (MuViSS) haptic device for sensory motor feedback from a robotic prosthetic hand	27
Human–robot kinematic mapping method based on index constraint	27
A fast planning approach for 3D short trajectory with a parallel framework	25
Optimized magnetic field control of an electromagnetic actuation system for enhanced microrobot manipulation	25
Design and experimental equilibrium stability assessment of a RFRFR continuum parallel robot	24
In-field gyroscope autocalibration with iterative attitude estimation	24
Design of a 3D-printed continuum robot with convergent compliant joints for balanced stress distribution	24
Analytical solution to a time-varying LIP model for quadrupedal walking on a vertically oscillating surface	24
Development of a novel cable-driven parallel robot for full-cycle ankle rehabilitation	23
Development of a novel resonant piezoelectric motor using parallel moving gears mechanism	23

A novel high-frequency resonance controllable pneumatic actuator and its high-precision motion trajectory tracking control	23
Active disturbance rejection control for unmanned tracked vehicles in leader–follower scenarios: Discrete-time implementation and field test validation	23
Velocity field assist-as-needed controller for upper limb rehabilitation with sEMG-based spasticity detection	22
Time-delay based output feedback control of fourth-order oscillatory systems	22
Editorial Board	22
Target encircling control possessing decreased sampling load for quadrotors with experimental verification	21
Real-time visual pose estimation: from BOP objects to custom drone — A journey	21
Generating stable periodic motion in underactuated systems in the presence of parameter uncertainty: Theory and experiments	21
Modeling and feedforward control of hysteresis in piezoelectric actuators considering its rotation and expansion	20
From entities to areas: A semantically driven clustering approach for area delimitation on 3D scene graphs	20
Design and calibration of 3D printed soft deformation sensors for soft actuator control	20
Bio-inspired soft gripper with SMA-based variable stiffness	19
A novel concurrent learning-based fixed-time convergent visual depth observer for weakly persistently exciting perspective dynamical systems	19
Estimation of sideslip angle and cornering stiffness of an articulated vehicle using a constrained lateral dynamics model	19
Dynamic modeling, trajectory planning and prototyping of an ice-skating robot	18
Machine learning-based framework for optimally solving the analytical inverse kinematics for redundant manipulators	18
Hierarchical control strategies for multi-mode steering system of emergency rescue vehicle	18
Data-driven frequency-domain iterative learning control with transfer learning	18
Editorial Board	17
CRTF-MoeICP: A robust coarse-to-fine reflector-based LiDAR indoor positioning algorithm	17
Editorial Board	17
Self-protect falling trajectories for humanoids with resilient trunk	16
Self-excited vibration suppression of spline-shaft system with a piezo-actuated smart dry friction damper	16
Multi-aerial pursuit of a dynamic target with trajectory prediction	16
A heuristic solution-based motion planning framework for redundant manipulators	16
Dynamic modeling and hierarchical control for cooperative tugboat operations	16
Static workspace validation incorporating friction on a suspended reconfigurable cable-driven robot	16
Learning cooperative dynamic manipulation skills from human demonstration videos	16
Active safety control for distributed drive electric vehicle with unilateral motor fault based on mechanical redundancy	15
A high-efficiency magnetic suspension actuator with reluctance-balanced permanent magnet biasing and flux-based control	15
A computationally efficient multi-model method for uncertain dynamical systems	15
Experimental validation of model-based collocated control for shape regulation in elastically decoupled underactuated soft robots	15
Enhancing force controllability by mechanics in exoskeleton design	15
Ultra-lightweight anthropomorphic dual-arm rolling robot for dexterous manipulation tasks on linear infrastructures: A self-stabilizing system	15
Fixed-time adaptive sliding mode momentum observer for external torque estimation of robotic manipulators	15
Design and test of pneumatic dedusting equipment for photovoltaic panels	15
Active damping control of higher-order resonance mode in positioning systems: Application to prototype compliant dual positioning stage	15
A self-adjusting and modular supervisory control algorithm for planar dexterous manipulation	14
Detection of localized bearing faults in PMSMs by means of envelope analysis and wavelet packet transform using motor speed and current signals	14
Development and image-guided control of a robotic endoscope system for nasotracheal intubation	14
A two-electrode frequency-scan system for gesture recognition	14
Control and experiments of a novel tiltable-rotor aerial platform comprising quadcopters and passive hinges	14
Closed-loop identification of multi-axis active magnetic bearing systems based on decentralized and decoupling control	14
Corrigendum to ‘Design and modeling of a driving system for soft massage robot’ [79 (2021) 102640]	14
Modeling and observer design of an inductive oven with continuous product flow	13
Data-based error compensation for georeferenced payload path tracking of automated tower cranes	13
An active knee orthosis with a variable transmission ratio through a motorized dual clutch	13
Fast switching and dynamic characteristics preservation of water hydraulic high-speed on-off valve using pressure-adaptive multistage voltage and sliding mode control	13
Modular redesign of mechatronic systems: Formulation of module specifications guaranteeing system dynamics specifications	13
Data-driven modeling and estimation of beam position drift for electron beam systems	13

Development of a bionic multi-chamber hydraulic cylinder for improving energy efficiency	13
Sensorless robotized cable contour following and connector detection	13
Performance evaluation of a tactile and kinesthetic finger feedback system for teleoperation	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
Compensating commutation-angle domain disturbances with application to waveform optimization for piezo stepper actuators	13
Gravity compensation mechanism with torque adjustment using magnetic energy	13
Geometry-optimized pleated soft pneumatic actuators with integral sliding-mode control for versatile robotic grasping	12
Dynamic error budgeting based robust system and control co-design for active vibration isolation systems	12
Editorial Board	12
Editorial Board	12
Intelligent assistance for older adults via an admittance-controlled wheeled mobile manipulator with task-dependent end-effectors	12
Joint estimation of vehicle states and actuator faults using a fuzzy-PI adaptive robust observer with external input disturbances	12
Editorial Board	12
Design and multi-objective optimization of a novel robust command shaping technique for the tolerable level of residual vibration	12
Reduced-order modeling of modular, position-dependent systems with translating interfaces	12
Multirate repetitive control for an industrial print-belt system	12
Learning to detect slip through tactile estimation of the contact force field and its entropy properties	12
Natural efficient gaits from Nonholonomic Locomotion Nonlinear Normal Mode (NL-NNM): The Pendrivencar case	12
Reversible fuel cell enabled underwater buoyancy control	12
An inflatable soft wearable knee rehabilitation device: Design, fabrication, control and preliminary evaluation	12
Design and NMPC-based position control of a pneumatically propelled exploration robot	11
DBSCAN and Yolov5 based 3D object detection and its adaptation to a mobile platform	11
Robust adaptive integral fast sliding mode control for servo motors	11
Passivity and underactuated modeling-based load energy coupling control for three-dimensional overhead crane systems	11
Editorial Board	11
A hybrid task-constrained motion planning for collaborative robots in intelligent remanufacturing	11
Spatial hybrid/parallel force control of a hexapod machine tool using structure-integrated force sensors and a commercial numerical control	11
On the achievable stability margin for resonant systems with negative imaginary controllers: MEMS force sensor example	11
Anti-inertial loading platform: New method of resisting inertia in transport	11
Model-based approach for indentation on soft electronic skin	11
Mass flow control using estimated output feedback in semiconductor processes	11
Using Franka Emika collaborative robot as a haptic device	11
Force feedback controller of a parallel haptic device via online adaptive dynamic programming	10
Guaranteed safe navigation via state-constraints induced by feedback control	10
Heterogeneous reinforcement learning vibration control of coupling system with four flexible beams connected by springs	10
High-gain observer-based pump/valve combined control for heavy vehicle electro-hydraulic servo steering system	10
A wearable hybrid haptic feedback system with sensorless force estimation for robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery	10
Automatic-switching-based teleoperation framework for mobile manipulator with asymmetrical mapping and force feedback	10
Editorial Board	10
Trajectory tracking through Multiple Weight Control with slackness avoidance for modular parallel tendon-driven joints	10
A tactile reflex arc for physical human–robot interaction	10
Editorial Board	10
Data association leveraging extrinsic parameter consistency for multi-object detection in maritime environment	10
The ForceCAST framework: Methodology and tools for benchmarking force control algorithms	10
A novel robotic system enabling multiple bilateral upper limb rehabilitation training via an admittance controller and force field	10
Dynamic modeling of a curling HASEL actuator using the port Hamiltonian framework with experimental validation	10
Smart infrastructure and autonomous vehicles: Ensuring safety and efficiency in urban traffic with Control Barrier Functions	9
VARISA - A VARIable Stiffness soft robotics Arm based on inverse pneumatic actuators and differential drive fiber jamming	9
Visual SLAM algorithm based on dynamic attribute recognition in dynamic scenes	9
A novel pose control framework and its implementation for robot manipulators following constrained spatial paths	9
An adaptive composite control for a hydraulic actuator impedance system of legged robots	9
irisVSA: Infinite-rotation infinite-stiffness Variable Stiffness Actuator towards physical human–robot-interaction	9
Twist-based constant-speed path-following controller for robot manipulators with path invariance	9
A learning control scheme for upper-limb exoskeleton via adaptive sliding mode technique	9
Sample-tracking vibration isolation with rigid negative stiffness for broad bandwidth	9
Research on space proximity pursuit-evasion interception decision-making based on deep reinforcement learning	9
Online identification of inertial parameters of a robot with partially combined links using IMU sensing	9
Co-design of a wave energy converter through bi-conjugate impedance matching	9
Modularized multibody multirotor for independent attitude and position control	9
An adaptive internal model control approach for unmanned surface vehicle based on bidirectional long short-term memory neural network: Implementation and field testing	9