R. Cingolani

Italian Institute of Technology

Papers

14

Total Citations

371

H-Index

11

About

R. Cingolani is a multidisciplinary researcher whose work bridges advanced materials science, sensor engineering, and robotics, with particular emphasis on developing intelligent systems that enhance human-machine interaction and surgical precision. Among their most significant contributions is pioneering the development of optical tactile sensors based on polydimethylsiloxane-gold nanocomposite materials, enabling flexible, high-sensitivity pressure sensing for robotic applications — work that has collectively garnered over 100 citations. Cingolani has also made notable strides in flexible multisensory platforms, incorporating aluminum nitride piezoelectric materials into elastic tactile systems, and in advancing PEEK-graphene nanocomposite filaments for high-performance 3D-printed components. Beyond materials, their research extends into humanoid robotics, contributing to the design and validation of the R1 personal robot and championing the vision of robotic companions for elderly care. Cingolani has further shaped the field of robotic surgery, co-authoring influential reports on minimally invasive thoracic oncology procedures and microsurgical robotics. With a citation record spanning robotics, nanotechnology, and biomedical engineering, Cingolani represents a rare integrative voice across disciplines, making their work essential reading for researchers in smart materials and next-generation robotic systems.

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Key Achievements

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H-Index
14
Papers
371
Total Citations
27
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Design and Characterization of a Nanocomposite Pressure Sensor Implemented in a Tactile Robotic System
66 citations · 2011
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2011 (6 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 70
🏛 Institutions: Italian Institute of Technology

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    Robot Companions for Citizens
    35 citations · 2011
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