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Wee Kiat Lim is a pioneering researcher in the field of modular reconfigurable robotics, with a specific focus on parallel robot systems. His work centers on the design, kinematic analysis, and calibration of robots composed of standardized, interchangeable components that can be rapidly reconfigured for diverse tasks. Lim’s foundational contributions include developing the fundamental design principles and kinematic frameworks for modular parallel robots, as demonstrated in his highly cited 2003 paper (57 citations) and his 2001 work on kinematic design (44 citations). He has also advanced the field by creating novel control methods for redundant modular robots, including an online Cartesian coordinate control algorithm that optimizes inverse kinematic solutions for trajectory tracing (32 citations). Additionally, Lim has addressed critical practical challenges through his research on self-calibration techniques, enabling simultaneous base and tool calibration for parallel robots using built-in sensors (24 citations). His comprehensive approach—spanning design, analysis, control, and calibration—has established a robust foundation for the development of flexible, reconfigurable robotic systems, making his work essential reading for researchers in modular and parallel robotics.