Andrew Weightman
Papers
21
Total Citations
584
H-Index
10
About
Andrew Weightman is a leading researcher at the intersection of rehabilitation robotics, human-robot interaction, and autonomous systems for renewable energy. His work is defined by a dual commitment to improving human health through assistive technology and advancing robotic solutions for industrial sustainability. Weightman’s most influential contribution is his highly cited review on robot-assisted additive manufacturing (273 citations), which has become a foundational resource in the field. In rehabilitation, he has driven critical research to understand the low clinical adoption of stroke rehabilitation robots, using mixed-methods surveys to capture professionals' views, and has published a pivotal scoping review establishing design requirements for home-based upper limb robots. His innovative work extends to offshore wind energy, where he has developed multi-robot platforms for the autonomous deployment and inspection of turbine blades, addressing critical safety and cost challenges. Weightman has also pioneered intuitive teleoperation systems using virtual reality and bare-hand control, and explored the feasibility of gaming technology for upper limb rehabilitation in children with cerebral palsy. His diverse portfolio demonstrates a rare ability to bridge rigorous engineering design with real-world clinical and industrial impact.
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Top Papers
- 1Robot assisted additive manufacturing: A review273 citations · 2019
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- 9Soft Robotic Mannequin: Design and Algorithm for Deformation Control12 citations · 2022
- 10Virtual Kinesthetic Teaching for Bimanual Telemanipulation12 citations · 2021