Kevin Langlois
Papers
17
Total Citations
264
H-Index
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About
Kevin Langlois is a leading researcher in wearable robotics, specializing in the design of physical human-robot interfaces and compliant actuation systems for exoskeletons. His work addresses the critical challenge of efficient power transmission between wearable robots and users, with major contributions in developing customized interfaces that reduce relative motion and improve comfort. Langlois has pioneered the use of soft robotic cuffs and 3D-printed flexible pressure sensors to monitor interface dynamics, achieving over 45 citations for his work on strapping pressure effects. His research on constant torque mechanisms provides a comprehensive taxonomy that has become a reference in the field, garnering 28 citations. Notable achievements include his role in the BioMot exoskeleton project, which introduced variable stiffness actuators for symbiotic human-robot interaction, and the development of the SMARCOS platform for off-the-shelf compliant actuators. With a total of over 230 citations across his top ten papers, Langlois has significantly advanced the safety, comfort, and effectiveness of wearable assistive devices, making his work essential reading for students and researchers in rehabilitation robotics and human-robot interaction.
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- 3Constant Torque Mechanisms: A Survey28 citations · 2022
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