R. A. R. C. Gopura
Papers
51
Total Citations
1,734
H-Index
18
About
R. A. R. C. Gopura is a prominent robotics researcher whose work has fundamentally advanced the field of assistive and rehabilitative exoskeleton technology. With a research focus spanning upper-limb exoskeleton systems, electromyography (EMG)-based control, and assistive robotics, Gopura has established himself as a leading authority in human-robot interaction and motion-assist technologies. His highly cited 2015 review on hardware systems of active upper-limb exoskeleton robots (474 citations) remains an essential reference for researchers entering the field, while his earlier mechanical design review from 2009 (190 citations) helped map the landscape of exoskeleton development from its origins in the 1960s onward. Among his most significant contributions is the development of SUEFUL-7, a seven degrees-of-freedom upper-limb exoskeleton controlled through EMG signals derived from muscle activity, enabling intuitive, user-driven motion assistance (258 citations). This work exemplifies Gopura's commitment to bridging human physiology and robotic engineering. His research extends beyond exoskeletons to brain-machine interfaces and meal assistance robots, reflecting a broader mission to enhance independence for elderly and disabled individuals. Collectively, his publications have accumulated over 1,300 citations, underscoring his substantial and lasting impact on assistive robotics research worldwide.
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- 4A brief review on upper extremity robotic exoskeleton systems126 citations · 2011
- 5Recent Trends in EMG-Based Control Methods for Assistive Robots57 citations · 2013
- 6Control methodologies for upper limb exoskeleton robots49 citations · 2012
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- 8SSVEP based BMI for a meal assistance robot40 citations · 2016
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