Tomoyuki Nakamura

Tokyo Institute of Technology, Central Research Laboratories (United Kingdom)

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Tomoyuki Nakamura is a robotics researcher focused on developing specialized robotic systems for healthcare and construction applications. His work centers on creating robots that can operate in challenging, confined, or hazardous environments to assist with physical tasks. A key contribution is his proposal of a "Slip-in manipulator," a novel, fluid-powered, flexible robot designed to slide under a human body without friction. This manipulator aims to assist caregivers with the physically demanding task of repositioning bedridden patients, directly addressing a critical need in elderly care. While this 2016 paper has garnered 2 citations, it represents a foundational concept in patient-handling robotics. More recently, in 2023, Nakamura has contributed to construction safety with a study on a fireproof coating spraying robot. This work involves developing and programming a robot to autonomously spray fireproofing materials onto structural elements like columns and beams, a task that is dangerous and repetitive for human workers. Through these projects, Nakamura demonstrates a commitment to using robotics to improve human safety and care, tackling real-world problems from patient mobility to industrial safety.