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Lapo Governi is a researcher at the University of Florence whose work sits at the intersection of robotics, 3D sensing technologies, and assistive device engineering. His research spans two deeply interconnected domains: the metrological characterization of low-cost depth cameras and the design of wearable robotic exoskeletons for hand rehabilitation. Governi has made significant contributions to democratizing 3D scanning technology, developing low-cost acquisition and reconstruction systems for human hand-wrist-arm anatomy (108 citations) and rigorously evaluating the Intel RealSense D415 depth camera for use across robotics, biomedical, and reverse engineering applications (107 citations). These works have become key references for researchers deploying affordable RGB-D sensors in scientific contexts. Equally notable is his sustained body of work on hand exoskeletons, tracing the evolution of portable assistive devices from early prototypes (2015) through increasingly refined kinematic and mechatronic designs. This longitudinal research program, spanning nearly a decade, reflects a commitment to translating engineering innovation into practical tools for physically impaired individuals. His more recent exploration of soft robotic actuators and fatigue behavior in 3D-printed pneumatic systems signals a forward-looking expansion of his expertise. With over 370 cumulative citations, Governi's work continues to influence both clinical robotics and precision sensing communities.