Egon L. van den Broek

University of Twente, Radboud University Nijmegen, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Utrecht University

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Egon L. van den Broek’s research bridges artificial intelligence, human-robot interaction, and accessibility, with a focus on creating inclusive, intelligent systems. His work spans from foundational computer vision algorithms to the ethical deployment of social robots. Notably, his 2010 paper “Robot Nannies” (17 citations) critically examines the developmental risks of robotic childcare, urging caution in human-robot interaction design. In technical contributions, van den Broek developed the timed fast exact Euclidean distance (tFEED) maps (9 citations), a real-time algorithm for distance computation in video surveillance, enhancing accuracy and robustness against noise. His 2023 paper “One for All, All for One” (3 citations) pioneers universal access by adapting a social robot for users with visual or hearing impairments, while his 2024 work “Handling Sensory Disabilities in a Smart Society” (2 citations) advocates for inclusive smart environments. With over 36 citations across his most-cited works, van den Broek’s impact lies in merging ethical considerations with technical innovation, advancing both assistive robotics and computer vision. His research is essential reading for scholars interested in socially responsible AI, accessibility, and human-centered robotics.