Hidaka Sato
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2
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8
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About
Hidaka Sato is a rising researcher in bio-inspired robotics, with a focus on flapping-wing aerial vehicles that bridge biology, robotics, and aeronautics. His work centers on the design and control of ornithopter micro aerial vehicles (MAVs), particularly their energy efficiency and stability during gliding. In his 2023 study, "Study Towards a Flapping Robot Maintaining Attitude During Gliding" (6 citations), Sato explored how bio-inspired robots can sustain controlled flight without active propulsion, a key challenge for long-endurance MAVs. His 2024 paper, "Performance Evaluation and Wing Deformation Analysis of Flapping-Wing Aerial Vehicles with Varying Flapping Parameters and Patterns" (2 citations), investigates how different flapping mechanisms—such as servomotor-based systems—affect wing deformation and overall flight performance. By systematically varying flapping parameters, Sato provides critical insights for optimizing lift, thrust, and stability in bird-sized robots. Though early in his career, his work contributes foundational knowledge for the next generation of agile, energy-efficient aerial robots, with potential applications in surveillance, environmental monitoring, and search-and-rescue missions.
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- 1Study Towards a Flapping Robot Maintaining Attitude During Gliding6 citations · 2023
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