Luis Roda-Sánchez · Researcher · Max Robotics

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Luis Roda-Sánchez is a researcher at the forefront of human-robot interaction (HRI) and Industry 4.0, specializing in gesture-based control systems that bridge the gap between humans and machines. His major contributions lie in developing real-time, wearable gesture control systems that leverage RGB-D sensors and IMUs to enable intuitive, hands-free robot operation in remanufacturing and industrial settings. His most-cited work, "Comparison of RGB-D and IMU-based gesture recognition for human-robot interaction in remanufacturing" (2021, 38 citations), critically evaluates sensor modalities for robust gesture recognition, directly addressing efficiency bottlenecks in circular economy processes. Another influential paper, "Human-robot interaction in Industry 4.0 based on an Internet of Things real-time gesture control system" (2020, 25 citations), integrates IoT architectures to create seamless, low-latency control loops. Roda-Sánchez has also pioneered the concept of Network Digital Twins for 5G-enabled mobile robots (2025), exploring how ultra-reliable, low-latency 5G networks can unlock new levels of robotic autonomy and coordination. His work on usability testing (2019) further demonstrates a commitment to practical, user-centered design. With a growing citation impact and a clear trajectory toward 5G and digital twin integration, Roda-Sánchez is shaping the future of agile, human-centric automation in smart manufacturing.