Luca Riccobene

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Luca Riccobene is a robotics researcher whose work sits at the intersection of humanoid locomotion and aerial manipulation, with a focus on enabling multi-modal mobility in complex environments. His key research areas include the modeling and control of flying humanoid robots, with particular emphasis on aerodynamic effects and their impact on stability and maneuverability. Riccobene’s major contribution lies in pioneering learning-based approaches to aerodynamic modeling for control, allowing humanoid robots to transition seamlessly between ground and aerial locomotion—a critical step toward versatile, real-world robotic systems. His most-cited paper, “Learning aerodynamics for the control of flying humanoid robots” (2025), has already garnered early attention with 2 citations, signaling its foundational role in this emerging field. By addressing the unique challenges of thrust, drag, and torque compensation in humanoid flight, Riccobene’s work bridges a gap between traditional humanoid robotics and aerial robotics. His research holds promise for applications in disaster response, inspection, and exploration, where robots must navigate unstructured, multi-terrain environments. As a rising voice in multi-modal locomotion, Riccobene is helping to define the next generation of adaptive, flying humanoid systems.