Hadiza Yusuf

International Islamic University Malaysia

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Hadiza Yusuf is a researcher at the intersection of robotics, control systems, and biomedical engineering, with a particular focus on intelligent control strategies for rehabilitation technologies. Her work bridges foundational engineering education and advanced therapeutic robotics. She is best known for developing a **Fuzzy Logic Controlled Miniature LEGO Robot** for undergraduate training (27 citations), a highly cited contribution that demonstrates how fuzzy logic can simplify complex control problems for students, making ambiguous or noisy data actionable. This work has become a reference point for integrating hands-on robotics into engineering curricula. Yusuf has also made significant strides in neuro-rehabilitation, designing a **3-DOF platform** that employs intelligent trajectory conversion and inverse dynamic control to improve therapy for patients with upper limb motor impairments. Her research on **independent joint control using PI controllers** further refines the precision of robotic exoskeletons and end-effector devices, enhancing their effectiveness in repetitive rehabilitation exercises. Though her citation counts are modest, the practical, educational, and clinical impact of her work is notable—particularly her LEGO robot project, which remains a staple in control systems pedagogy.