Y. Hanafiah

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Y. Hanafiah is a researcher in robotics, with a primary focus on humanoid locomotion and navigation in complex, obstacle-laden environments. Their most notable contribution is the pioneering work on "Groping Locomotion of a Humanoid Robot in Environments with Obstacles" (2004), which introduced a novel approach for bipedal robots to navigate cluttered spaces by using tactile sensing and adaptive stepping strategies. This research, cited 3 times, laid early groundwork for integrating sensory feedback into gait planning, addressing a critical challenge in deploying humanoid robots in real-world settings where visual perception alone is insufficient. Hanafiah’s work is particularly relevant for search-and-rescue operations and assistive robotics, where robots must move through debris or confined areas. While their citation count reflects a niche but foundational contribution, the study remains a reference point for researchers exploring non-visual navigation methods. Hanafiah’s dedication to solving practical locomotion problems underscores a career focused on bridging theoretical robotics with tangible, obstacle-aware movement—a key step toward more autonomous and resilient humanoid systems.