M. Waqas Khan

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M. Waqas Khan is a robotics researcher specializing in humanoid robot design and locomotion control. His work centers on developing small-scale humanoid platforms with advanced sensing capabilities, particularly focusing on Zero Moment Point (ZMP)-based stability control. Khan’s most cited paper, “Design of a 23-DOF Small Humanoid Robot with ZMP Force Sensors” (2011), presents a compact 23-degree-of-freedom humanoid integrated with force sensors for real-time balance maintenance—a foundational contribution to affordable, research-grade bipedal platforms. This work has garnered 6 citations, reflecting its niche but significant impact on early-stage humanoid prototyping and educational robotics. Khan’s research bridges mechanical design and embedded control, enabling stable walking and posture regulation in constrained environments. His achievements include the successful implementation of force-sensing feedback loops for dynamic gait adaptation, a critical step toward practical human-robot interaction. For students and researchers exploring low-cost humanoid systems, Khan’s work offers a clear blueprint for integrating sensor-based stability into small-scale robots, demonstrating how precise mechanical design paired with robust control can advance autonomous locomotion in humanoid robotics.