Papers
7
Total Citations
82
H-Index
6
About
Kangsoo Kim is a researcher whose work bridges the frontiers of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and human-robot interaction, particularly in augmented reality (AR). His early contributions to AUV navigation, such as the introduction of the "r2D4" vehicle and its Kuroshima Knoll survey mission (29 citations), advanced fuel-optimal guidance and 3D trajectory tracking under current interactions, demonstrating practical solutions for deep-sea exploration. In recent years, Kim has shifted focus to human-surrogate presence in AR, exploring how physicality and gesturing affect human perceptions and social influence in public spaces, with studies like "A Large-Scale Study of Surrogate Physicality and Gesturing" (12 citations) and "Maintaining and Enhancing Human-Surrogate Presence in Augmented Reality" (14 citations). His work also extends to the use of eye gaze data and personality traits, as seen in a 2025 scoping review (1 citation), highlighting his interdisciplinary approach. With a career spanning over two decades, Kim’s research has impacted both robotics and virtual human technologies, making him a notable figure in advancing human-robot interaction and autonomous systems.
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Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Introduction to an AUV "r2D4" and its kuroshima knoll survey mission29 citations · 2005
- 2Maintaining and Enhancing Human-Surrogate Presence in Augmented Reality14 citations · 2015
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- 4Fuel-Optimal Guidance And Tracking Control of AUV Under Current Interaction12 citations · 2003
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