Papers
7
Total Citations
28
H-Index
3
About
Igor Shardyko is a robotics researcher whose work spans force-torque control, space robotics, and human-robot interaction. His key research areas include manipulator control systems, mobile robotics for planetary exploration, and safe actuation technologies. Shardyko’s major contributions include developing a two-level control scheme for force-torque implementation in 2 DoF manipulators, which addresses joint torque sensor calibration and correction—a foundational approach cited 10 times. He has also advanced inertia and weight compensation techniques for space robotic systems, enabling more precise manipulation in microgravity environments. Notably, his work on series elastic actuator control introduces active damping injection with positive torque feedback, a method critical for safe human-robot collaboration. Shardyko’s research on induced virtual environments for manipulators handling radioactive materials demonstrates his commitment to practical applications in hazardous settings. His studies on tipover detection and avoidance algorithms for mobile robots further highlight his focus on reliability in undetermined conditions. With a career spanning from foundational force control to cutting-edge virtual reality interfaces, Shardyko’s work—garnering citations across multiple papers—continues to influence both space robotics and industrial automation, making him a notable figure in advancing robotic safety and autonomy.
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Top Papers
- 1Force-torque Control Implementation for 2 DoF Manipulator10 citations · 2014
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- 6Means of Robotic Support for On-Orbit Servicing2 citations · 2016
- 7Research of tipover detection and avoidance algorithms for mobile robots2 citations · 2023