Y. Hatamura
Papers
7
Total Citations
203
H-Index
6
About
Y. Hatamura is a pioneering researcher in micro/nano manipulation and human-robot symbiosis, bridging the gap between the microscopic world and human perception. His most influential work includes the development of a groundbreaking nanomanipulator system—a "nanorobot" that allows humans to directly experience the nanometer realm through highly sensitive force sensors integrated with a stereo scanning electron microscope, earning 58 citations. He further advanced micro-object handling with a dual-robot manipulator system featuring three-axis force sensing, enabling precise interaction between micro and human scales (49 citations). In human-robot interaction, Hatamura created the Expressive Mobile Robot, which uses movement and behavior for nonverbal communication, a critical contribution to aging societies (41 citations). He also pioneered "active understanding" of human intention by monitoring behavior, enabling robots to offer intuitive support (40 citations). With additional work in 3D micro-structure construction and assembly, Hatamura’s research has laid foundational principles for micro-manipulation technology and socially aware robotics, demonstrating lasting impact through sustained citation across two decades.
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Top Papers
- 1Direct coupling system between nanometer world and human world58 citations · 2002
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- 3Realization of Expressive Mobile Robot41 citations · 2002
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