Gonzalo Ejarque

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Centre for Automation and Robotics

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Gonzalo Ejarque is a robotics researcher focused on mechanical design and autonomous systems for industrial applications. His key research areas include kinematic analysis, novel robotic mechanisms, and specialized inspection robots for challenging environments. Ejarque’s major contributions center on developing innovative robotic platforms for the oil and gas industry, most notably the RETOV system—a lightweight autonomous robot designed to navigate and inspect oil well pipelines used in Electric Submersible Pumps and Progressive Cavity Pumps. This novel design enables movement along the exterior of pipes while carrying sensors, offering a practical solution for remote inspection and maintenance. His work on the kinematic analysis of a 2-degree-of-freedom orientation device, which has garnered 16 citations, demonstrates his expertise in mechanism design and motion control. Though his citation counts are modest, Ejarque’s contributions are notable for their direct industrial relevance and problem-solving approach, particularly in automating dangerous or inaccessible inspection tasks. His research bridges theoretical kinematics with real-world robotic deployment, making him a valuable figure in applied robotics for energy sector infrastructure.