Doo Ho Han

University of Seoul, Seoul National University

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Doo Ho Han is a pioneering researcher in the field of construction robotics, with a focused expertise in the automation of concrete floor finishing. His major contributions center on the development of open-loop velocity control systems for specialized troweling robots, addressing a critical need for precision and efficiency in construction. Han’s most cited work, “Open-loop Velocity Control of Concrete Floor Finishing Robots” (2003, 4 citations), introduces a novel 2-trowel type robot capable of omnidirectional movement and rotation without conventional wheels, achieved by manipulating trowel posture to exploit unbalanced friction forces between the rotary trowels and the floor. This innovation directly impacts the quality of smoothed and polished concrete surfaces, demonstrating a practical leap in robotic construction. While his citation counts are modest, Han’s research lays foundational groundwork for autonomous finishing systems, offering a cost-effective and mechanically elegant solution. His work is particularly notable for its application of simple control principles to complex real-world tasks, making it a valuable reference for students and researchers exploring robotics in civil engineering and construction automation.