Joohyun Lee

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Joohyun Lee is a pioneering figure in assistive robotics, best known for developing the WalkON Suit, a powered exoskeleton designed to restore mobility for people with disabilities. His research centers on mechanical design, control strategies, and gait-trajectory generation for wearable robotic systems, with a focus on real-world applicability and user safety. Lee’s most cited work, “The History and Future of the WalkON Suit,” details the evolution of this award-winning exoskeleton, which earned gold and bronze medals at the Cybathlon—a global competition for assistive technology. This paper highlights his contributions to adaptive control algorithms that enable stable, natural walking in diverse environments. With over 18 citations and growing, Lee’s impact extends beyond academia; his innovations have directly improved the quality of life for individuals with lower-limb paralysis. By bridging engineering excellence and human-centered design, Lee continues to push the boundaries of rehabilitation robotics, inspiring future researchers to develop technologies that empower rather than replace human capability.