Masa Ogata

Keio University, Japan Science and Technology Agency

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Masa Ogata is a researcher at the forefront of human-robot interaction and tangible user interfaces, with a focus on creating more intuitive and embodied communication technologies. His work explores how digital and physical systems can merge to enhance telepresence and human-machine relationships. Ogata’s most notable contribution is "FlashTouch" (2013, 12 citations), which pioneered a novel method for data communication between touchscreen devices and peripherals using visible light and capacitive touch—a concept that reimagines the touchscreen as a communication medium. He also developed "Pygmy" (2012, 12 citations), an anthropomorphic device attached to the hand that magnifies finger expressions to create a sense of presence, advancing agent-robot interaction models. In telepresence, Ogata has addressed critical usability challenges, such as automatic volume control in remote communication systems (2015, 9 citations) and the design of movable, touchable display robots for more attractive interaction (2015, 3 citations). His research on pedagogical relationships in human-robot interaction (2016, 6 citations) investigates how people teach robots and what behaviors robots need to learn effectively, contributing to educational robotics. With a cumulative impact of over 40 citations across these key works, Ogata’s innovative designs continue to shape how we interact with technology, bridging the gap between physical touch and digital communication.