Michael Kuhl

Rochester Institute of Technology

Papers

2

Total Citations

10

H-Index

2

About

Dr. Michael Kuhl is a leading researcher at the forefront of human-robot interaction, with a specific focus on revolutionizing warehouse logistics. His work centers on the critical challenge of enabling seamless, intuitive communication between human workers and autonomous robotic systems. Dr. Kuhl’s major contribution lies in defining and validating the concept of "intent communication," demonstrating how robots can proactively signal their planned actions—such as a turn or a stop—to foster safer, more efficient collaboration. His seminal 2024 paper, "Unlocking human-robot synergy," which has already garnered 6 citations, provides a foundational framework for this approach. Building on this, his 2025 work on gesture design for warehouse robots offers a practical, standardized toolkit for developers, earning an additional 4 citations. By bridging the gap between human cognitive expectations and robotic behavior, Dr. Kuhl is not only advancing academic theory but also paving the way for the next generation of intelligent, cooperative automation in industrial settings.

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H-Index
2
Papers
10
Total Citations
5
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Unlocking human-robot synergy: The power of intent communication in warehouse robotics
6 citations · 2024
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 8
🏛 Institutions: Rochester Institute of Technology

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