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  1. Recent Advances in Sensor-Based Upper-Limb and Hand Exoskeletons for Post-Stroke Rehabilitation: A Technical and Biomedical Review

    Article • Sensors, August 2026, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  2. Design and evaluation of a single-size mechanically self-aligning upper limb exoskeleton

    Article • Robotica, May 2026, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  3. Quantitative Evaluation and Comparison of Motion Discrepancy Analysis Methods for Enhanced Trajectory Tracking in Mechatronic Systems

    Article • November 2025, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  4. Development of an Ultra-thin Piezoresistive Velostat-Based Wearable Sensor for Real-time Pressure Monitoring in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Bracing

    Article • January 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  5. Integrating Clinical Expertise in the Design of Home-Based Smart Rehabilitation Devices for Motor and Cognitive Therapy in Patients with Neurological Disorders

    Article • January 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  6. Descriptive Ontology for Home-Based Smart Rehabilitation Environments for Motor and Cognitive Therapy in Patients with Neurological Disorders

    Article • January 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  7. EWA: A Single Size Self-adapting Upper Limb Exoskeleton Without Adjustment

    Article • January 2024, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  8. EWA 2: A Single Size Self-adapting Exoskeleton Without Adjustment for the Upper Limb

    Article • January 2024, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  9. Evaluation of a Simplified Model for the Estimation of Consumption in Small Electrical VTOL UAVs

    Article • January 2024, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  10. Application of Social Robots in Healthcare: Review on Characteristics, Requirements, Technical Solutions

    Article • Sensors, July 2023, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  11. Role of Reference Frames for a Safe Human–Robot Interaction

    Article • Sensors, June 2023, MDPI AG

    Professor Giuseppe Carbone, Dr Alberto Borboni

  12. The Expanding Role of Artificial Intelligence in Collaborative Robots for Industrial Applications: A Systematic Review of Recent Works

    Article • Machines, January 2023, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  13. Design of Medical Devices with Usability in Mind: A Theoretical Proposal and Experimental Case Study Using the LEPRE Device

    Article • Designs, January 2023, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  14. Machine Learning Algorithm for Robotic Inverse Kinematic Problem

    Article • January 2023, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  15. Robot Motion Planning in ROS Environment

    Article • January 2023, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  16. Trunk Movement Analysis with FDA: Exploratory Study for the Healthy Subject

    Article • November 2022, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  17. Embedded Payload Solutions in UAVs for Medium and Small Package Delivery

    Article • Machines, August 2022, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  18. EEG-Based Empathic Safe Cobot

    Article • Machines, July 2022, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  19. Sensors and Actuation Technologies in Exoskeletons: A Review

    Article • Sensors, January 2022, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  20. Towards safe collaborative interaction empowered by face recognition

    Article • December 2021, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  21. User-friendly human-robot interaction based on voice commands and visual systems

    Article • December 2021, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  22. Design Process of Medical Devices for Robotic Rehabilitation: An Open Innovation-Inspired Approach

    Article • October 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  23. Robot-Assisted Gait Training in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Controlled Crossover Trial

    Article • Medicina, July 2021, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  24. EEG-Based Control for Upper and Lower Limb Exoskeletons and Prostheses: A Systematic Review

    Article • Sensors, October 2018, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  25. (Un)seeing dead refugee bodies: mourning memes, spectropolitics, and the haunting of Europe

    Article • Media Culture & Society, February 2018, SAGE Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  26. Robotics rehabilitation of the elbow based on surface electromyography signals

    Article • Advances in Mechanical Engineering, February 2018, SAGE Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  27. Parallel Robot for Foot Rehabilitation

    Article • Advances in Mechanical Engineering, January 2018, SAGE Publications

    Alireza Rastegarpanah, Dr Alberto Borboni

  28. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Devices: Preliminary Analysis

    Article • July 2017, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  29. Hand Robotic Rehabilitation: From Hospital to Home

    Article • July 2017, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  30. Path’s Slicing Analysis as a Therapist’s Intervention Tool for Robotic Rehabilitation

    Article • July 2017, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  31. Vibration Damping Analysis of Lightweight Structures in Machine Tools

    Article • Materials, March 2017, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  32. A Robot Gripper in Polymeric Material for Solid Micro-Meso Parts

    Article • International Journal of Automation Technology, March 2017, Fuji Technology Press Ltd.

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  33. Efficacy of Short-Term Robot-Assisted Rehabilitation in Patients With Hand Paralysis After Stroke: A Randomized Clinical Trial

    Article • Hand, February 2017, SAGE Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  34. A Kinematic Model to Compensate the Structural Deformations in Machine Tools Using Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) Sensors

    Article • Applied Sciences, January 2017, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  35. Neural manual vs. robotic assisted mobilization to improve motion and reduce pain hypersensitivity in hand osteoarthritis: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

    Article • Journal of Physical Therapy Science, January 2017, Society of Physical Therapy Science

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  36. Robot-Assisted Rehabilitation of Hand Paralysis After Stroke Reduces Wrist Edema and Pain: A Prospective Clinical Trial

    Article • Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, January 2017, Elsevier

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  37. Use of Wearable Inertial Sensor in the Assessment of Timed-Up-and-Go Test: Influence of Device Placement on Temporal Variable Estimation

    Article • January 2017, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  38. Application of a parallel robot in lower limb rehabilitation: A brief capability study

    Article • December 2016, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  39. A Fuzzy Approach to Design Motion Profiles of Automatic Machines

    Article • December 2016, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  40. Jerk Trajectory Planning for Assistive and Rehabilitative Mechatronic Devices

    Article • International Review of Mechanical Engineering (IREME), November 2016, Praise Worthy Prize

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  41. Vibration Modes of Piezoelectric Bimorphs: A Sensitivity Analysis

    Article • November 2016, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  42. Dead-zone effect on the performance of state estimators for hydraulic actuators

    Article • Meccanica, October 2016, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  43. Letter to the Editor: Robot training for hand motor recovery in subacute stroke patients: A randomized controlled trial

    Article • Journal of Hand Therapy, October 2016, Elsevier

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  44. Real-Time Performance of Mechatronic PZT Module Using Active Vibration Feedback Control

    Article • Sensors, September 2016, MDPI AG

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  45. Development of a 3D virtual platform for an upper arm robotic exoskeleton

    Article • September 2016, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  46. Gloreha—Hand Robotic Rehabilitation: Design, Mechanical Model, and Experiments

    Article • Journal of Dynamic Systems Measurement and Control, July 2016, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  47. A new linear actuator.

    Article • Microsystem Technologies, June 2016, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  48. Kinematic performance enhancement of wheelchair-mounted robotic arm by adding a linear drive

    Article • May 2016, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  49. Ludwick Cantilever Beam in Large Deflection Under Vertical Constant Load

    Article • The Open Mechanical Engineering Journal, March 2016, Bentham Science Publishers

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  50. Ludwick Cantilever Beam in Large Deflection Under Vertical Constant Load

    Article • The Open Mechanical Engineering Journal, March 2016, Bentham Science Publishers

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  51. Conflicting results of robot-assisted versus usual gait training during postacute rehabilitation of stroke patients

    Article • International Journal of Rehabilitation Research, March 2016, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  52. Recent Advances in Biomedical Applications

    Article • Applied Bionics and Biomechanics, January 2016, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  53. Parallel Robot for Lower Limb Rehabilitation Exercises

    Article • Applied Bionics and Biomechanics, January 2016, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  54. State of the art of current 3-D scoliosis classifications: a systematic review from a clinical perspective

    Article • Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation, October 2015, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  55. Optimization of Radial Cams with Translating Roller Follower through Genetic Algorithms

    Article • Applied Mechanics and Materials, August 2015, Trans Tech Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  56. Example of Tool with Two Numerical Controlled Axes

    Article • Applied Mechanics and Materials, July 2015, Trans Tech Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni, Tadeusz Mikolajczyk

  57. 3D Printed Biped Walking Robot

    Article • Applied Mechanics and Materials, July 2015, Trans Tech Publications

    Dr Xianwen Kong, Prof.univ. Adrian D. Olaru, Dr Alberto Borboni, Tadeusz Mikolajczyk

  58. A Fuzzy Logic to Solve the Robotic Inverse Kinematic Problem

    Article • Applied Mechanics and Materials, July 2015, Trans Tech Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  59. Robotic tilt table reduces the occurrence of orthostatic hypotension over time in vegetative states

    Article • International Journal of Rehabilitation Research, June 2015, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Prof Marco Maria Fontanella, Dr Alberto Borboni

  60. Commanded Motion Optimization to Reduce Residual Vibration

    Article • Journal of Vibration and Acoustics, February 2015, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  61. PKM Mechatronic Clamping Adaptive Device

    Article • International Journal of Advanced Robotic Systems, January 2015, SAGE Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  62. Reliability of Handgrip Strength Test in Elderly Subjects with Unilateral Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis

    Article • Hand, September 2014, SAGE Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  63. Shape memory actuator with slider and slot layout and single fan cooling

    Article • September 2014, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  64. Experimental Kinematics of a Special Shape Actuator

    Article • July 2014, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  65. Compliant Device for Hand Rehabilitation of Stroke Patient

    Article • July 2014, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  66. Fast Kinematic Model of a Seven-Bar Linkage With a Single Compliant Link

    Article • July 2014, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  67. High Precision Machine Based on a Differential Mechanism

    Article • July 2014, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  68. Residual Vibration Reduction With Commanded Motion Optimization

    Article • July 2014, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  69. Tailored One-Way and Two-Way Shape Memory Capabilities of Poly(ε-Caprolactone)-Based Systems for Biomedical Applications

    Article • Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, May 2014, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  70. Multimodal Treatment of Distal Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy in Diabetic Patients: A Randomized Clinical Trial

    Article • Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, May 2014, Elsevier

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  71. Large deflection of a non-linear, elastic, asymmetric Ludwick cantilever beam subjected to horizontal force, vertical force and bending torque at the free end

    Article • Meccanica, February 2014, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  72. Characterization of a New SMA Actuator

    Article • Procedia Engineering, January 2014, Elsevier

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  73. Evaluation of the shape memory performances of poly(ε-caprolactone)-based tubular devices for potential biomedical applications

    Article • January 2014, American Institute of Physics

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  74. Manual therapy and neurodynamic mobilization in a patient with peroneal nerve paralysis: a case report

    Article • Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, September 2013, Elsevier

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  75. Reliability Roadmap for Mechatronic Systems

    Article • Applied Mechanics and Materials, August 2013, Trans Tech Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  76. Precision Positioning Systems: An Overview of the State of Art

    Article • Applied Mechanics and Materials, July 2013, Trans Tech Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  77. Stochastic Evaluation and Analysis of Free Vibrations in Simply Supported Piezoelectric Bimorphs

    Article • Journal of Applied Mechanics, January 2013, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  78. Design and Analysis of a Fibre-Shaped Micro-Actuator for Robotic Gripping

    Article • International Journal of Advanced Robotic Systems, January 2013, SAGE Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  79. Innovative Modular SMA Actuator

    Article • Advanced Materials Research, November 2012, Trans Tech Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  80. Machine Tools Thermostabilization Using Passive Control Strategies

    Article • Advanced Materials Research, November 2012, Trans Tech Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  81. Precision Point Design of a Cam Indexing Mechanism

    Article • Advanced Materials Research, November 2012, Trans Tech Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  82. Parasitic Phenomena in the Dynamics of Industrial Devices

    Article • October 2011, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  83. An innovative pneumatic mini-valve actuated by SMA Ni-Ti wires

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part I Journal of Systems and Control Engineering, May 2011, SAGE Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  84. A Compliant PKM Mesomanipulator: Kinematic and Dynamic Analyses

    Article • Advances in Mechanical Engineering, January 2010, SAGE Publications

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  85. Large Deflection of a Non-Linear, Elastic, Asymmetric Ludwick Cantilever Beam

    Article • January 2010, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  86. A parallel compliant meso-manipulator for finger rehabilitation treatments: Kinematic and dynamic analysis.

    Article • September 2008, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  87. Author

    Article • May 2008, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  88. Meso- to Micro- Actuators

    Article • May 2008, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  89. Movement Optimization of a Redundant Serial Robot for High-Quality Pipe Cutting

    Article • Journal of Mechanical Design, January 2008, ASME International

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  90. Kinematics in Robotics by the Morphogenetic Neuron

    Article • January 2001, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  91. Dynamic Analysis of a Compliant, Parallel and Three-Dimensional Meso-Manipulator Generated from a Planar Structure

    Article • Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni

  92. Kinematic Analysis of a Compliant, Parallel and Three-Dimensional Meso-Manipulator Generated from a Planar Structure

    Article • Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Alberto Borboni