Jung-Yup Kim

Seoul National University of Science and Technology

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Jung-Yup Kim is a leading researcher in the field of bipedal humanoid robotics, with a focused expertise in dynamic walking control and real-time trajectory generation. His work is centered on solving the fundamental challenges of balance and stability in legged locomotion, particularly for hydraulically actuated systems. A major contribution is his development of a method for generating a center of gravity (CoG) trajectory under a variable reference Zero Moment Point (ZMP), which leverages a simple inverted pendulum model to enhance real-time adaptability. This work, published in 2013, has garnered 4 citations for its practical approach to a core problem in humanoid control. In another key study from 2011, Kim proposed a novel walking control strategy using a phase plane approach specifically for hydraulic biped robots, addressing the critical difficulty of maintaining posture in the narrow coronal plane. With 3 citations, this paper highlights his innovative solutions to stability in complex, high-power robotic systems. Kim’s research is instrumental for students and engineers aiming to advance robust, real-world bipedal locomotion.