Vincent Hugel

Vincent Hugel is a Professor at the University of Toulon, affiliated with the Mechanical and Robotic Systems Design Laboratory. He previously served as a lecturer at the University of Versailles-Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines from 2000 to 2014. His research is centered on robotics, particularly humanoid and bio-inspired systems, compliant mechanisms, and advanced robotic manufacturing.

Research Interests:
Dr. Hugel's work spans humanoid robotics, bio-inspired locomotion (especially avian and bipedal movement), compliant spine design, tactile sensing, underwater robotics, and multi-axis additive manufacturing. His studies often integrate biomechanical analysis with robotic implementation, as seen in projects like ROBOCOQ for bird leg modeling.

Publication Trends:
His recent work (2021–2023) focuses on additive manufacturing (WAAM, medical orthotics) and underwater gesture recognition using deep learning. Earlier publications (2005–2017) emphasize kinematic modeling, visual servoing, and humanoid design (e.g., NAO robot). The interdisciplinary nature of his research bridges mechanical engineering, control theory, and artificial intelligence.

Scientific Awards:

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Advising and Grants:
Dr. Hugel has supervised doctoral research, including Mouna Souissi’s thesis on humanoid spine design (2012) and served as jury president for Gamal Elghazaly’s thesis (2017). He has collaborated on multiple projects involving robotic manufacturing and underwater systems. While specific grants are not listed, his sustained publication record suggests active research funding.

Labs and Teams:
He is a key member of the Mechanical and Robotic Systems Design Laboratory at the University of Toulon. He has contributed to the L3M-SIM and L3M SPL RoboCup teams, focusing on humanoid robotics and simulation. His collaborations extend to researchers in biomechanics, control systems, and additive manufacturing, indicating a strong interdisciplinary network.