Kuniya Shinozaki
Papers
12
Total Citations
65
H-Index
4
About
Kuniya Shinozaki is a pioneering researcher in the field of entertainment robotics, with a focused interest in how physical movement can bridge the gap between technology and human expression. His major contributions center on the concept and construction of robot dance systems, where he explores dance as a form of entertainment driven by robotic motion. Shinozaki’s work, including his most cited paper "Concept and construction of a dance robot system" (2007, 16 citations), demonstrates how robots’ physical bodies can be leveraged to create engaging, dynamic performances. He has also made notable strides in robot morphology, proposing and evaluating the centaur robot—a hybrid design combining humanoid and animal-like features to enhance versatility and stability. Through systematic construction and evaluation, Shinozaki has laid foundational groundwork for robots in the arts and entertainment sectors. His research, while modest in citation numbers, is highly specialized and influential within the niche of robotic choreography and hybrid robot design, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of engineering, aesthetics, and human-robot interaction.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Concept and construction of a dance robot system16 citations · 2007
- 2Study of Dance Entertainment Using Robots13 citations · 2006
- 3Construction and Evaluation of a Robot Dance System9 citations · 2008
- 4Construction and Evaluation of a Robot Dance System6 citations · 2008
- 5Concept and Architecture of a Centaur Robot4 citations · 2007
- 6Concept and construction of a robot dance system4 citations · 2007
- 7Development and evaluation of a centaur robot3 citations · 2008
- 8Development and Evaluation of a Centaur Robot2 citations · 2008
- 9Construction and Evaluation of a Robot Dance System2 citations · 2008
- 10Development and Evaluation of a Centaur Robot2 citations · 2009