Takanori Mizobuchi

Tokyo University of Science, Sanyo-Onoda City University

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Takanori Mizobuchi is a researcher specializing in precision manufacturing and robotics, with a focus on desktop-scale machine tools for micro-mold finishing. His major contributions lie in the development of compact, high-resolution robotic systems capable of compliant and stick-slip motions, specifically designed for lapping and finishing small metallic molds with curved surfaces—such as those used in LED lens production. His most-cited work (2008, 18 citations) introduced a desktop NC machine tool with compliance controllability, enabling precise finishing of metallic molds. A subsequent study (2010, 10 citations) advanced this concept with an orthogonal-type robot that combined compliant and stick-slip motion for lapping LED lens molds, achieving 1 μm positioning resolution. Though his citation counts are modest, Mizobuchi’s work addresses a niche but critical challenge in precision engineering: automating the delicate finishing of small, curved molds. His research bridges robotics and manufacturing, offering practical solutions for high-accuracy, low-cost micro-mold production. Notable is his emphasis on workmanlike, accessible designs that prioritize functionality over complexity, making his contributions valuable for researchers in precision manufacturing and micro-robotics.