Manuel R. A. Sanchez
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About
Manuel R. A. Sanchez is a leading researcher in the fields of optical fiber sensing, biomechatronics, and human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on developing innovative sensor technologies for assistive and rehabilitation robotics. His major contributions lie in the integration of fiber optic sensors—such as polymer optical fibers (POFs) and fiber Bragg gratings (FBGs)—into robotic exoskeletons and actuators to enable precise, lightweight, and multiplexed force, torque, and angle measurements. Notably, his 2018 work on a POF strain gauge for assessing human-robot interaction forces in an active knee orthosis has garnered 78 citations, highlighting its impact on improving safety and control in wearable robotics. In another highly cited study (24 citations), he demonstrated an FBG-based sensor for simultaneous torque and angle measurement in a series elastic actuator’s spring, addressing the limitations of conventional bulky and misalignment-sensitive technologies. Sanchez’s work is pivotal in advancing compact, robust, and multi-parametric sensing solutions that enhance the performance and user experience of robotic orthoses and prostheses, making him a key figure in the convergence of photonics and rehabilitation engineering.
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