Papers
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Total Citations
385
H-Index
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About
M. Hiller is a versatile robotics and mechanical engineering researcher whose work spans robot kinematics, parallel manipulators, autonomous systems, and machine perception. His most recognized contribution is the development of the WARP manipulator (2003), a redundant wire-driven parallel robot designed for high-speed assembly of lightweight objects, which has garnered 138 citations and established him as a leading voice in cable-driven parallel robotics. Complementing this, his proposal of a portable cable-driven parallel robot for search-and-rescue operations in earthquake-stricken environments demonstrated a strong commitment to socially impactful engineering. Earlier in his career, Hiller made foundational contributions to robot kinematics, presenting a complete analytical solution to the inverse kinematic problem of the general 6R manipulator (1991), a technically rigorous result with enduring relevance. His work on the hydraulically driven walking machine ALDURO showcased expertise in mechatronic simulation and legged locomotion, while later contributions to deep learning-based object detection and 6DoF pose estimation reflect a forward-looking engagement with Industry 4.0 and autonomous manufacturing. Across more than two decades, Hiller's research has consistently bridged theoretical mechanics and real-world robotic applications, accumulating significant influence across the robotics community.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1On design of a redundant wire-driven parallel robot WARP manipulator138 citations · 2003
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- 4Modeling, simulation, and model-based control of the walking machine ALDURO29 citations · 2000
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- 6Design and control of a quadruped robot walking in unstructured terrain14 citations · 2005
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