Tito Pradhono

Tito Pradhono serves as an Assistant Professor and Junior Researcher at the Future Robotics Organization under the Research Council, specializing in advanced robotics research with 34 publications and significant scholarly impact (884 Google Scholar citations, h-index 12). His work bridges hardware innovation and algorithmic development to solve critical challenges in robotic perception and interaction.

His primary research focuses on tactile sensing systems and soft robotics, where he has pioneered novel sensor technologies including Halbach array-based robot skin (H-PME), interchangeable fingertip sensors (Fingertac), and low-cost proximity-force fusion systems ("Safe Skin"). These innovations enable enhanced human-robot interaction through precise force measurement, slip detection, and grasping stability prediction. His methodology consistently integrates machine learning—particularly spatio-temporal attention networks and ensemble learning—with physical sensor design to create practical, deployable solutions.

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward multimodal perception systems (vision-touch fusion), geometric data augmentation techniques, and culturally contextual robotics (anime embodiment). His work demonstrates exceptional consistency in developing cost-effective, real-world applicable technologies while maintaining theoretical rigor in sensor fusion and deep learning architectures.

He received the Integrated Doctoral Tuition Support Scholarship in 2015, which supported his foundational research. His scholarly impact is evidenced by sustained citation growth across Scopus (612 citations) and Google Scholar (884 citations) platforms.

Dr. Pradhono's research is conducted within the Future Robotics Organization, which appears to focus on socially engaged robotics development including the darumato-3 social robot platform and culturally specific implementations like Wayang puppet theater robots with Gamelan music recognition. His work emphasizes participatory design and real-world deployment rather than purely theoretical exploration.