Amon Tunwannarux

University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce

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Amon Tunwannarux is a robotics researcher whose work centers on the design and development of rescue robots capable of operating in hazardous and unstructured environments. His research addresses one of the most pressing challenges in disaster response technology: creating autonomous and teleoperated systems that can navigate collapsed structures and rough terrain to assist in search-and-rescue operations. Tunwannarux's most recognized contribution is the CEO Mission II rescue robot, a sophisticated platform featuring a double-track mechanism with dual front flippers engineered for climbing over rubble and unstable surfaces. A defining achievement of this work is the integration of a 5-joint mechanical arm — spanning 125 centimeters and offering five degrees of freedom via a four-bar linkage — controlled remotely by a teleoperator, enabling precise manipulation in confined disaster zones. His 2006 paper introducing foundational rescue robot design principles has garnered 8 citations, while subsequent work on the mechanical arm and CEO Mission II platform has accumulated additional scholarly recognition. Collectively, his papers reflect a commitment to translating theoretical robotics concepts into practical, field-deployable systems, making his research particularly valuable for engineers and students working at the intersection of mechatronics, human-robot interaction, and emergency response technology.