Y. Maruyama
Papers
12
Total Citations
215
H-Index
8
About
Y. Maruyama is a pioneering researcher in the field of robotic systems for electric power infrastructure, with a career-long focus on developing semi-automatic and remote-operated robots for live-line (hot-line) maintenance work. Working primarily at Kyushu Electric Power Co., Inc. (KEPCO), Maruyama’s major contributions center on the design, development, and field implementation of the "Phase II" hot-line work robot system—a human-cooperative, semi-autonomous robot capable of performing high-voltage distribution line tasks (AC 6.6 kV/22 kV) in unstructured outdoor environments. This work directly addresses the critical need for outage-free maintenance and operator safety. Maruyama’s most cited paper (41 citations) introduces the next-generation mobile hot-line work robot, which uses remote control and camera-based operator guidance. Other highly cited works (30+ citations each) detail the system’s human-robot interface "MOS," high-accuracy laser sensors, and work automation techniques. Collectively, Maruyama’s research has laid foundational technology for what the author envisions as a "familiar robot society," demonstrating that robots can safely and effectively operate in public, outdoor spaces—a key step toward widespread robotic utility in critical infrastructure.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Application of semi-automatic robot technology on hot-line maintenance work41 citations · 2002
- 2Remote-operated robotic system for live-line maintenance work30 citations · 2002
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- 4Robotic applications for hot‐line maintenance29 citations · 2000
- 5A hot-line manipulator remotely operated by the operator on the ground28 citations · 2002
- 6Development of the semi-automatic hot-line work robot system "Phase II"20 citations · 2002
- 7Work automation with the hot-line work robot system "Phase II"16 citations · 2002
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