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Sungkwon Park is a pioneering researcher in the emerging field of in-robot network (IRN) architectures for humanoid robotics. His work addresses the critical challenge of integrating the vast number of sensors, motors, actuators, and data processors required to replicate human sensory and motor functions. Park’s key contributions include defining the communication requirements and network architectures necessary for humanoid robots to achieve perception and action abilities comparable to humans. His most-cited paper (2023, 7 citations) proposes a zonal architecture that physically reduces the length and weight of in-robot networks, directly tackling the scalability issues posed by increasing electronic components. Earlier foundational work (2019, 2 citations; 2021, 3 citations) established the fundamental network requirements and design concepts for these systems. While his citation counts are currently modest, reflecting the nascent stage of this specialized field, Park’s research is strategically important for advancing humanoid robotics toward more efficient, compact, and human-like designs. His work provides a critical framework for future developments in autonomous systems and embodied AI.