Suguru Ikeda

Kobe City College of Technology, The University of Osaka

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Suguru Ikeda is a leading researcher in field robotics, specializing in the development of autonomous systems for hazardous environments and 3D spatial perception. His most significant contribution is the creation of a universal vacuum gripper for wall-climbing robots, enabling safe inspection of vertical surfaces like concrete, tile, and riveted structures. This work, cited 63 times, directly addresses the dangerous task of performing inspections at height, advancing robotic safety solutions for infrastructure maintenance. Earlier, Ikeda pioneered efficient 3D indoor environment modeling by integrating an omnidirectional stereo camera with a laser range finder on a mobile robot. This method, earning 28 citations, prioritized speed and simplicity over extreme precision, making it practical for location recognition by both robots and human operators. His research bridges the gap between robust physical interaction and intelligent spatial mapping, demonstrating a clear impact on real-world automation. Ikeda’s work continues to influence the design of climbing robots and cost-effective environmental modeling, marking him as a key figure in practical, application-driven robotics.