Tsutomu Kaizuka

The University of Tokyo

Papers

2

Total Citations

12

H-Index

2

About

Tsutomu Kaizuka’s research sits at the critical intersection of human-robot interaction and automotive safety, where he investigates how drivers and automated systems can collaborate under high-stakes conditions. His work focuses on shared control architectures that ensure safe vehicle operation even when automation fails—a pressing challenge for real-world deployment of autonomous driving technology. In his 2018 study on forward collision avoidance during automation failure, Kaizuka explored how human drivers and automated systems can dynamically trade off control authority, offering a practical pathway to mitigate critical safety risks. His 2017 work on sEMG-machine interfaces for steering virtual cars further demonstrates his commitment to intuitive, human-centered control systems. Though his citation counts (7 and 5 respectively) reflect an emerging career, the direct relevance of his research to life-saving applications in autonomous vehicles and assistive robotics positions him as a thoughtful contributor to the future of safe human-automation collaboration.

Research Focus

Key Achievements

2
H-Index
2
Papers
12
Total Citations
6
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Implementation of a sEMG-Machine Interface for Steering a Virtual Car in a Driving Simulator
7 citations · 2017
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2017 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 4
🏛 Institutions: The University of Tokyo

Top Papers

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Key Collaborators

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