Tamkang University
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Papers
189
Total Citations
2,704
H-Index
26
Researchers
229
About
Tamkang University has established itself as a vibrant hub for robotics, intelligent control systems, and autonomous technologies, consistently producing research that bridges theoretical innovation with real-world engineering applications. Located in New Taipei City, Taiwan, the university's research community has cultivated deep expertise across mobile robotics, wireless sensor networks, computer vision, and AI-driven control—areas that collectively position it as a meaningful contributor to global robotics and automation science. Among its most recognized contributions is pioneering work in fuzzy decentralized sliding-mode control for car-like mobile robots, with researchers developing sophisticated trajectory tracking and obstacle avoidance frameworks within distributed sensor-network spaces. These foundational studies have garnered over 100 citations each, reflecting their lasting influence on the field. Complementing this, Tamkang's teams have advanced obstacle-resistant deployment algorithms for wireless sensor networks, addressing critical challenges in autonomous coverage and power efficiency that remain highly relevant in IoT and smart infrastructure contexts. The university's research portfolio spans an impressive breadth: from deep reinforcement learning applied to dual-arm robot motion planning using Soft Actor-Critic methods, to RGB-D-based 3D object recognition and pose estimation for robotic manipulation. More recent work explores mapless LiDAR navigation via deep imitation learning and voice-interactive service robots, demonstrating sustained engagement with cutting-edge AI methodologies. A 2025 paper on multimodal robotic platforms for electrocatalyst discovery signals the university's growing interest in robotics-accelerated scientific research. Tamkang also distinguishes itself through a commitment to robotics education, with cited studies integrating LEGO robotics into cooperative learning frameworks for preservice teachers. For prospective students and collaborators seeking an institution where rigorous control theory meets practical autonomy and human-centered design, Tamkang University offers a dynamic and welcoming research environment.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Incremental analysis for MCDM with an application to group TOPSIS159 citations · 2007
- 2Obstacle-Resistant Deployment Algorithms for Wireless Sensor Networks134 citations · 2008
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- 4Student Satisfaction and Self-Efficacy in a Cooperative Robotics Course89 citations · 2010
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- 7Motion Planning for Dual-Arm Robot Based on Soft Actor-Critic62 citations · 2021
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- 9Simultaneous 3D Object Recognition and Pose Estimation Based on RGB-D Images53 citations · 2018
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