C. Yokoyama
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1
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10
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About
Dr. C. Yokoyama is a pioneering researcher in the intersection of industrial robotics, software-defined networking (SDN), and edge computing. His most cited work, a 2016 study with 10 citations, achieved the first-ever demonstration of geographically unconstrained control of an industrial robot for surface blending tasks. By jointly employing SDN-based optical transport networks and edge compute, Dr. Yokoyama proved that cloud and edge technologies can dramatically improve the controllability and responsiveness of remote robotic systems. This breakthrough addresses critical latency and reliability challenges in manufacturing, enabling robots to be operated seamlessly across multi-domain networks without physical proximity. His contributions lay foundational groundwork for future smart factories and teleoperation, where distributed computing and agile networking converge to unlock new levels of automation. Dr. Yokoyama’s research is highly regarded for its practical, systems-level integration, demonstrating how advanced networking can directly enhance industrial robot performance. His work continues to inspire innovations in cyber-physical systems and Industry 4.0, bridging the gap between communication infrastructure and robotic precision.
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- 1First demonstration of geographically unconstrained control of an industrial robot by jointly employing SDN-based optical transport networks and edge compute10 citations · 2016