Papers
44
Total Citations
798
H-Index
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About
Loulin Huang is a versatile robotics researcher whose work spans mobile robot control, human-robot interaction, and assistive robotics for vulnerable populations. Based on his publication record, Huang has made significant contributions across two major research threads: foundational robot control theory and socially impactful robot applications. His early work established rigorous control frameworks for complex robotic systems, including fuzzy force control of constrained manipulators, position/force control of flexible joint robots, and coordinated multi-robot manipulation — foundational contributions that continue to accrue citations. His potential field approach to mobile robot target tracking (2008, 144 citations) remains his most influential work, offering practical solutions for velocity-constrained pursuit scenarios. Perhaps most remarkably, Huang pivoted to apply his robotics expertise toward therapeutic applications for children with autism spectrum disorder, developing the parrot-inspired robot KiliRo and the adapted model-rival method (AMRM). This body of work — examining learning, social engagement, and even physiological outcomes — demonstrates both technical creativity and genuine humanitarian motivation, collectively attracting over 200 citations. His 2019 critical review of robot acceptability questionnaires further reflects his commitment to rigorous, human-centered evaluation. Huang exemplifies how engineering expertise can meaningfully serve social good.
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- 2Questionnaires to Measure Acceptability of Social Robots: A Critical Review89 citations · 2019
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- 4Position/force control of uncertain constrained flexible joint robots44 citations · 2006
- 5Fuzzy unidirectional force control of constrained robotic manipulators39 citations · 2003
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