Wai Yee Chan
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Wai Yee Chan is a robotics researcher focused on service automation, human-robot interaction, and intelligent manipulation systems. Her most notable contribution is the development of an autonomous service robot designed for retail environments, capable of performing restocking, straightening, and disposal tasks with human-aware behaviors. This work, published in 2022, has already garnered 11 citations, reflecting its timely relevance amid pandemic-driven labor shortages. Chan’s innovative design features an extendable, compliant end effector and a custom automated shearing mechanism, enabling safe and efficient operation alongside human workers. Her research bridges the gap between industrial automation and socially acceptable service robotics, addressing critical challenges in workforce sustainability. By prioritizing human-aware task execution, Chan’s work sets a foundation for future retail automation systems that are both practical and collaborative. Her contributions are particularly valuable for students and researchers exploring the intersection of robotics, human factors, and real-world deployment in service industries.
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