Antonello Paolino

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Antonello Paolino is a robotics researcher at the forefront of flying humanoid robot design and control. His work uniquely bridges mechanical co-design with aerodynamic modeling, addressing the complex challenges of multi-modal locomotion—specifically, enabling humanoid robots to achieve stable and controlled flight. Paolino’s major contributions include developing a co-design optimization framework that integrates full CAD geometry into robot models, moving beyond simplified representations to ensure real-world prototyping feasibility. He has also pioneered centroidal aerodynamic modeling and control for multibody flying robots, using Computational Fluid Dynamics to quantify non-negligible aerodynamic forces during flight. More recently, his research has advanced into learning-based approaches for aerodynamic control, further refining the stability and agility of flying humanoids. With key papers published between 2022 and 2025, his work has already garnered early citations, reflecting its growing relevance in the field. Paolino’s research is notable for its practical, design-to-control pipeline, positioning him as a rising expert in the integration of mechanical design, aerodynamics, and intelligent control for next-generation humanoid robots.