Papers
14
Total Citations
411
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About
Reza Haghighi is a versatile robotics and control systems researcher whose work spans an impressive breadth of domains, from classical manipulator control to cutting-edge micromanipulation and biomimetic robotics. His foundational contributions to nonlinear control theory are exemplified by his highly cited 2008 paper on Lyapunov-based disturbance observers for serial robot manipulators, which has garnered 130 citations and remains a key reference in robust control literature. His interests extend to swarm robotics, where his 2012 work on multi-group coordination control for robot swarms (78 citations) addressed emerging challenges in collective autonomous behavior. Haghighi has also made notable strides in bio-inspired underwater robotics, contributing to MEMS sensor integration for biomimetic stingray vehicles (65 citations), bridging the gap between natural sensory systems and engineered underwater platforms. His more recent research ventures into optical tweezers and robotic micromanipulation demonstrate a sophisticated command of precision automation at the microscale, enabling manipulation of biological cells and micro-objects using multiple optical traps. Additionally, his work on cable-driven rehabilitation orthoses reflects a meaningful commitment to assistive robotics and human-centered technology. Across these diverse fields, Haghighi has accumulated nearly 400 citations, establishing himself as a multidisciplinary innovator shaping the future of intelligent robotic systems.
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- 2Multi-group coordination control for robot swarms78 citations · 2012
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- 5Grasping and manipulation of a micro-particle using multiple optical traps29 citations · 2016
- 6Motion Control of Robot Manipulators21 citations · 2014
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- 8Robotic manipulation of a biological cell using multiple optical traps7 citations · 2015
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- 10DETERMINING MAXIMUM LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY OF FLEXIBLE LINK MANIPULATORS6 citations · 2009