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Veljko Potkonjak is a distinguished Serbian robotics researcher whose work spans manipulation dynamics, humanoid robotics, and technology-enhanced education. Over a career stretching four decades, he has made foundational contributions to robot dynamics, establishing early theoretical and computational frameworks for manipulation robots that remain reference points in the field, as evidenced by his 1982 and 1985 books on manipulation robot dynamics and their lasting citation records. Potkonjak's contributions to humanoid robotics are equally significant. His critical review of the Zero-Moment Point concept (97 citations) helped clarify widespread misconceptions in bipedal locomotion theory, while his work on anthropomimetic robotics and musculoskeletal systems pushed boundaries in replicating human biomechanics within robotic platforms. His simulation models of human and humanoid motion further reflect a sustained commitment to bridging biological and mechanical systems. Perhaps his most broadly impactful contribution is his pioneering work on virtual laboratories for STEM education, which has garnered an remarkable 969 citations — reflecting transformative influence on remote and distance learning methodologies worldwide. Taken together, Potkonjak's research embodies a rare integration of rigorous engineering theory, cutting-edge humanoid development, and visionary educational innovation.