S. Cass

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S. Cass is a prominent science and technology journalist whose work has illuminated key developments in robotics, artificial intelligence, and the history of computing. Cass is best known for bringing complex technical subjects to a broad audience, with a particular focus on mobile robotics and the pioneers shaping the field. Their most cited paper, "Robosoccer [mobile robotics experiment]" (2001, 7 citations), introduced readers to the burgeoning world of competitive robotics, detailing how teams of wheeled robots engage in soccer matches—a concept that has since become a cornerstone of robotics education and research worldwide. Cass also profiled influential figures like NASA roboticist Ayanna Howard in "Ayanna Howard: robot wrangler" (2005, 2 citations), highlighting the development of autonomous robots for planetary exploration. Additionally, their work "Genius on the block: the foundations of the computing age go up for auction" (2005, 2 citations) captured a historic moment in technology history, documenting the sale of rare manuscripts from computing pioneers. Through these writings, Cass has helped demystify cutting-edge research and celebrate the human stories behind technological innovation.