Prof. Dr. Giuseppe Carbone | Robotics | Outstanding Scientist Award

Professor at University of Calabria

Short Bio

• Prof. Dr. Giuseppe Carbone is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical, Energy, and Management Engineering (DIMEG), University of Calabria, Italy. He has extensive expertise in Robotics, Mechatronics, Engineering Design, and Mechanics of Manipulation and Grasp. Since 2020, he has served as Chair of the IFToMM Technical Committee on Robotics and Mechatronics.
• Prof. Carbone has authored over 400 research papers, holds 20 patents, and has supervised 16 Ph.D. students. He has been Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI in over 20 international research projects, including European Framework 7 and H2020 programs. He is Editor-in-Chief of ROBOTICA (Cambridge University Press) and serves on editorial boards of leading robotics and engineering journals.
• He has received over 30 best paper awards and 10+ international patent awards and was honored with two Honoris Causa Doctoral Degrees for his outstanding contributions to robotics. His work has earned an h-index of 39 (Google Scholar) with over 6,500 citations.

Professional Profile

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Educational Background

• • 2000 – Bachelor and Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (major in Robotics), University of Cassino, Italy.
  • 2004 – Ph.D. in Robotics, University of Cassino, Italy.

Professional Experience

• Prof. Dr. Giuseppe Carbone is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical, Energy, and Management Engineering (DIMEG) at the University of Calabria, where he has been serving since 2018. He has been actively involved in international academic collaborations, having carried out research and teaching assignments in Germany, Japan, China, South Korea, Brazil, Spain, the UK, and France. Prior to joining the University of Calabria, he was a key member of the Laboratory of Robotics and Mechatronics (LARM) at the University of Cassino for nearly two decades.
• Since 2020, he has served as Chair of the IFToMM Technical Committee on Robotics and Mechatronics. He has supervised or co-supervised 16 Ph.D. students and has been a member of 20 Ph.D. evaluation commissions across multiple countries, including Italy, Spain, Finland, the UK, Romania, and Mexico. He has delivered keynote speeches and seminars at over 30 international conferences and events. Additionally, he has been the principal investigator (PI) or co-PI in over 20 research projects, including major European initiatives under the 7th Framework Programme and Horizon 2020.

Author Metrics

• Research Output: Over 400 research papers.
• Patents: 20 international patents.
• Books: Editor/co-editor of four books published by Springer and Elsevier.

Research Interests

• • Prof. Carbone’s research spans various domains of Robotics, Mechatronics, Engineering Design, Mechanics of Manipulation and Grasping, and Mechanics of Machinery. His contributions include advancements in robotic manipulation, grasping mechanisms, and automation systems, leading to significant innovations in industrial and biomedical robotics.

Editorial Roles & Awards

• Prof. Carbone is an Editor-in-Chief of ROBOTICA (Cambridge University Press) and Section Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Bionic Engineering (Springer). He also serves on the editorial boards of MDPI Machines, MDPI Robotics, IEEE/ASME Transactions on Mechatronics, ASME Journal of Autonomous Vehicles and Systems, Advanced Robotic Systems, and IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters (RA-L).
• His contributions to robotics and engineering have been recognized with over 30 best paper awards and more than 10 international patent awards. In acknowledgment of his scientific impact, he has received two honorary doctoral degrees (Honoris Causa) from the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca and the University of Craiova.

Publication Top Noted

• 1. A Design Procedure for a Novel Concept of Shape-Memory-Alloy-Actuated Finger Exoskeleton
     • Journal: Robotics and Autonomous Systems
     • Publication Date: May 2025
     • DOI: 10.1016/j.robot.2025.104919
     • Summary: This paper presents a structured design methodology for a finger exoskeleton actuated by shape memory alloys (SMAs), focusing on rehabilitation and assistive applications.
  2. A Critical Review and Systematic Design Approach for Innovative Upper-Limb Rehabilitation Devices
     • Journal: Robotics and Autonomous Systems
     • Publication Date: January 2025
     • DOI: 10.1016/j.robot.2024.104835
     • Summary: A comprehensive review of upper-limb rehabilitation devices, proposing a systematic approach to their design and development.
  3. Conceptual Approach to Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Turn-to-Turn Short Circuit and Uniform Demagnetization Fault Diagnosis
     • Journal: Actuators
     • Publication Date: December 9, 2024
     • DOI: 10.3390/act13120511
     • Summary: Investigates fault diagnosis methods for permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSMs), focusing on turn-to-turn short circuits and demagnetization issues.
  4. Correction To: “Design Models and Performance Analysis for a Novel Shape Memory Alloy-Actuated Wearable Hand Exoskeleton for Rehabilitation”
     • Journal: IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters
     • Publication Date: December 2024
     • DOI: 10.1109/LRA.2024.3495353
     • Summary: A correction to a previously published study on SMA-actuated hand exoskeletons for rehabilitation.
  5. Dynamic Analysis and Equivalent Modeling for a Four-Axle Vehicle
     • Journal: Actuators
     • Publication Date: November 23, 2024
     • DOI: 10.3390/act13120473
     • Summary: This paper presents an analytical model for the dynamic behavior of four-axle vehicles, contributing to improved performance and stability in automotive applications.

Conclusion

Prof. Dr. Giuseppe Carbone is an exceptional candidate for the Research for Outstanding Scientist Award due to his groundbreaking contributions to robotics, extensive academic leadership, impactful patents, and editorial influence. His international recognition, strong publication record, and leadership in major research projects make him highly deserving of this award.