Francesco Cepolina
Papers
16
Total Citations
320
H-Index
9
About
Francesco Cepolina is a pioneering roboticist whose work spans the critical intersection of surgical robotics and heavy-duty service robots. His research focuses on robotically assisted surgical systems, minimally invasive surgery fixtures, and robotic end effectors, where he has made foundational contributions through comprehensive reviews that have shaped the field. His most influential work, "An introductory review of robotically assisted surgical systems" (2022), has garnered 88 citations, while his earlier "Review of robotic fixtures for minimally invasive surgery" (2004) remains a key reference with 51 citations. Cepolina's impact extends beyond surgery into civil engineering and public health. He led the design of Roboclimber, a heavy-duty robot for consolidating rocky slopes, and developed robots for hospital wall disinfection and contaminated structure decommissioning. His 2024 review of robotic surgery platforms and end effectors (40 citations) continues to guide researchers navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of surgical robotics. Through his work, Cepolina demonstrates a rare ability to bridge theoretical frameworks with practical, life-saving applications, making him a respected voice in both medical and industrial robotics communities.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1An introductory review of robotically assisted surgical systems88 citations · 2022
- 2Review of robotic fixtures for minimally invasive surgery51 citations · 2004
- 3Review of robotic surgery platforms and end effectors40 citations · 2024
- 4Robots trends and megatrends: artificial intelligence and the society26 citations · 2023
- 5Trends in Robotic Surgery22 citations · 2005
- 6Roboclimber the 3 ton spider19 citations · 2005
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- 8Design of a robot for hygienization of walls in hospital environments12 citations · 2014
- 9A family of co‐robotic surgical set‐ups10 citations · 2003
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