Yu‐Wei Lai

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Yu-Wei Lai is a researcher whose work centers on the motion planning and control of humanoid robotic systems, with a particular focus on interactive robotic arms. His key contributions lie in developing manipulation strategies that closely mimic the natural motion of human upper extremities, bridging the gap between robotic functionality and human-like dexterity. His most cited paper, "Motion planning and control of interactive humanoid robotic arms" (2008), has garnered 19 citations, establishing a foundational approach for designing robotic arms that can interact more intuitively with their environment and human users. This work is notable for its emphasis on analogizing robotic manipulation to human arm movement, a concept that has influenced subsequent research in human-robot interaction and assistive robotics. Lai's research addresses critical challenges in humanoid robotics, including mobility integration and precise arm control, making his contributions valuable for advancing the field toward more capable and cooperative robotic systems. His work continues to inform developments in interactive robotics, particularly in applications requiring safe and natural human-robot collaboration.