Maki K. Habib

From his early beginnings at the University of Technology – Baghdad, where he fostered a deep interest in Control, Systems, and Computer EFrom his early beginnings at the University of Technology – Baghdad, where he fostered a deep interest in Control, Systems, and Computer Engineering, Professor Maki Habib's journey has been marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation in Control, Computer Systems, Mechatronics, and Robotics. Professor Maki Habib earned his B.Sc. in Control and Systems Engineering and Master of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Technology - Baghdad, Iraq. He has earned his Doctor of Engineering Sciences in Intelligent and Autonomous Robotics from the University of Tsukuba, Japan. He has established himself as a specialist in Robotics and Mechatronics. His career began with roles as a research scientist at RIKEN, Japan, and as a senior researcher at RISO-Laboratories, Japan. His expertise was further recognized during his academic and professional career when he joined the team as a visiting researcher at EPFL, Switzerland. Professor Habib's influence extended to Malaysian industries as a visiting expert under the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and later as an Associate Professor at UTM, Malaysia, and Senior Manager at MCRIA, Malaysia. His leadership qualities were evident when he led the Telecooperation research group as a Senior Researcher and group leader at GMD-Japan in Japan. At Monash University (Australia/Malaysia), he joined as an Associate Professor. He played a central role in developing and leading the Monash Mechatronics Engineering program. Elevating his career further, Professor Habib was appointed Full Professor of Robotics and Mechatronics at Swinburne University (Australia/Malaysia) and subsequently at AUC as a Full Professor of Robotics and Mechatronics since September 2007. He has also enriched academic circles globally, serving as an invited Professor at the Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology KAIST, South Korea, and Resident Professor at Saga University, Japan. Besides, he was a visiting professor at another number of global Universities, such as Nagasaki University - in Japan; Orebro University – in Sweden; University of Science and Technology – in Norway; Hokkaido University – in Japan; University of Duisburg-Essen – in Germany; International Islamic University, Malaysia (UIA). Malaysia, Also as a Guest Professor at the University of Science Malaysia (USM) – Malaysia, Beyond academia, Professor Habib has been a vital consultant and technical advisor to numerous industrial giants, including Toyota, Denso, and ABB. His work with more than one European research consortium has significantly contributed to advancements in Robotics, IoTs, CPS, Sensors for humanitarian demining, and sustainable agriculture. His notable projects include leading the development of advanced robots—control, sensor, and navigation technology for humanitarian demining. Also, the development of portable IoT kits facilitates the collection of environmental and agricultural data necessary to support the learning process and enable real-time decision-making to ensure sustainable agriculture. In the scholarly community, Professor Habib has made a substantial impact as editor-in-chief of “3” international journals, regional editor of “2” international journals, associate editor of “12” international journals, and an editorial board member of “20” international journals. His leadership roles have spanned numerous international conferences, where he has served as chair, program chair, co-chair, publication chair, and publicity chair. His influence is further underscored by his involvement every year in more than “50” annual international conferences as conference chair, program chair, and member of advisory and scientific program committees. Professor Habib's editorial contributions also include being the Chief Guest Editor for “18” special issues in international journals and organizing over “60” workshops and special sessions at international conferences, alongside organizing and implementing “3” industry-focused international workshops in Robotics and Automation. His collaborations span a global network, working with research groups and universities in Japan, South Korea, the US, Austria, the UK, Malaysia, and more. He has delivered over “60 invited talks at international conferences, universities, and the industry. Professor Habib's prolific writing includes the publication of “24” books, over “38” book chapters, more than “90” journal papers, and over “245” conference papers. His research interests are diverse and impactful, focusing on: 1. Nanorobotics systems for biomedical purposes. 2. Machine Learning in Cancer Detection, Diagnosis, and Analysis. 3. Human Adaptive and Friendly Mechatronics (HAFM). 4. EchoMechatronics and Bioinspired Design. 5. Service and Autonomous Robots, including Humanitarian Demining. 6. Robotics for the physically impaired using biological signals (EEG and EMG). 7. Electrical Autonomous Cars/Vehicles enhanced by Machine Learning techniques. 8. Pioneering in Industry 4.0/5.0, including IoT, Cyber-Physical Systems (CPSs), and WSNs. 9. Development of Intelligent Drone Systems: Structure, Control, Intelligence and Navigation. 10. Research in Telecooperation, Distributed Mixed Realities, and Collaborative Control. 11. Intelligent and Nonlinear Control Systems. Driven by a philosophy combining innovative scientific development with technological advancement for societal betterment, Professor Habib's approach to Robotics, Mechatronics, and Smart Systems is deeply rooted in creating solutions that enhance human lives and benefit social development.

Publications

Perspectives and Considerations on the Evolution of Smart Systems

Smart systems are rapidly evolving and finding ways to influence different aspects of human life, industry, and the environment. Smart systems based on available data should have...

Global Perspectives on Robotics and Autonomous Systems: Development and Applications

There is an increasing demand to develop intelligent robotics and autonomous systems to deal with dynamically changing and complex, unstructured, and unpredictable environments....

Evolution of Blockchain Technology: Principles, Research Trends and Challenges, Applications, and Future Directions

This chapter presents a detailed introduction to the decentralized data processing and storage paradigm called blockchain technology, delving into its fundamental concepts...

Energy Harvesting Systems: A Detailed Comparison of Existing Models

For the past few decades, the scientific community has been paying attention to energy harvesters to reduce the use of batteries as the main power source for IoT devices and...

Active-Passive Mechanotherapy (APM) of the Ankle Joint (AJ) in Post-Traumatic Rehabilitation

This chapter discusses a device for active-passive mechanotherapy of the ankle joint. The device is based on a controllable mobile platform equipped with force-moment sensors, on...

Transforming Hand Gesture Recognition Into Image Classification Using Data Level Fusion: Methods, Framework, and Results

Hand gesture recognition (HGR) is a form of perceptual computing with applications in human-machine interaction, virtual/augmented reality, and human behavior analysis. Within...

Handbook of Research on New Investigations in Artificial Life, AI, and Machine Learning

As technology spreads globally, researchers and scientists continue to develop and study the strategy behind creating artificial life. This research field is ever expanding, and...

Visual Feedback Control Through Real-Time Movie Frames for Quadcopter With Object Count Function and Pick-and-Place Robot With Orientation Estimator

Previous studies have successfully identified results of searching the desired object in real-time movie frames using a template image prepared in color or shape. In every sample...

Investigation of Human Locomotion With a Powered Lower Limb Exoskeleton

In this chapter, the lower limb exoskeleton is studied. The roles of the exoskeleton both as a measurement device for studying human locomotion and as an assistive device that...

Revolutionizing Education in the Age of AI and Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence (AI) serves as a catalyst for transformation in the field of digital teaching and learning by introducing novel solutions to revolutionize all dimensions...

Handbook of Research on Advanced Mechatronic Systems and Intelligent Robotics

Advanced research in the field of mechatronics and robotics represents a unifying interdisciplinary and intelligent engineering science paradigm. It is a holistic, concurrent...

Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Automation in Manufacturing

While human capabilities can withstand broad levels of strain, they cannot hope to compete with the advanced abilities of automated technologies. Developing advanced robotic...

Robotics E-Learning Supported by Collaborative and Distributed Intelligent Environments

Robotics e-learning environment that facilitates tailored learning for individual students studying robotics is developed. The developed collaborative and distributed intelligent...

Development of Robotic CAM System That Generates Online Motion Supported by CLS and NC Data

This chapter describes the development of a robotic CAM system for six-DOFs articulated industrial robot to generate online motion supported by cutter location source (CLS) data...

An Efficient Learning of Neural Networks to Acquire Inverse Kinematics Model

In this chapter, effective learning approach of inverse kinematics using neural networks with efficient weights update ability has been presented for a serial link structure and...

Preface

This Preface is included in the book Advanced Online Education and Training Technologies.

Preface

This Preface is included in the book Handbook of Research on the Evolution of IT and the Rise of E-Society.

Robotic CAM System Available for Both CL Data and NC Data

This chapter describes the development of a robotic CAM system for an articulated industrial robot from the viewpoint of robotic servo controller. It is defined here that the CAM...

International Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (IJAIML)

Maki K. Habib. Est. 2019.

The International Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (IJAIML) provides a forum on the study of living systems intelligence, human level cognition and...

Dynamic Modeling and Control Techniques for a Quadrotor

This chapter presents the detailed dynamic model of a Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) type Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) known as the quadrotor. The mathematical model is...

Preface

This Preface is included in the book Handbook of Research on Biomimetics and Biomedical Robotics.

Preface

This Preface is included in the book Handbook of Research on Investigations in Artificial Life Research and Development.

Biomimetics and the Evolution of Robotics and Intelligent Systems

Biologically inspired systems, known as “biomimetics” or the “mimicry of nature,” is an interdisciplinary scientific research field inspired by nature and featured by the...

Investigation of Human Locomotion With a Powered Lower Limb Exoskeleton

In this chapter, the lower limb exoskeleton is studied. The roles of the exoskeleton both as a measurement device for studying human locomotion and as an assistive device that...

Neural Networks to Solve Nonlinear Inverse Kinematic Problems

In making neural networks learn nonlinear relations effectively, it is desired to have appropriate training sets. In the proposed method, after a certain number of iterations...

Handbook of Research on Advancements in Robotics and Mechatronics

The field of mechatronics integrates modern engineering science and technologies with new ways of thinking, enhancing the design of products and manufacturing processes. This...

Dynamic Modeling and Control Techniques for a Quadrotor

This chapter presents the detailed dynamic model of a Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) type Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) known as the quadrotor. The mathematical model is...

Industrial Machining Robot with Incorporated Robotic CAM System

This chapter first describes the robotic CAM system proposed from the viewpoint of robotic servo controller for an industrial robot RV1A. Then, a reverse post-processor is...

Self Control and Server-Supervisory Control for Multiple Mobile Robots and its Applicability to Intelligent DNC System

Multiple mobile robots with six PSD (Position Sensitive Detector) sensors are designed for experimentally evaluating the performance of two control systems. They are self-control...

Web-Based Multi-User Distributed and Collaborative Environment Supporting Emergency and Relief Activities

This chapter presents the conceptual development, design requirements and functional descriptions of a team based multi-user, web-based and global telecooperative system as a new...

Engineering Creative Design in Robotics and Mechatronics

While technologies continue to advance in different directions, there still holds a constant evolution of interdisciplinary development. Robotics and mechatronics is a successful...

Robotic CAM System Available for Both CL Data and NC Data

This chapter describes the development of a robotic CAM system for an articulated industrial robot from the viewpoint of robotic servo controller. It is defined here that the CAM...

Self Control and Server-Supervisory Control for Multiple Mobile Robots, and its Applicability to Intelligent DNC System

Multiple mobile robots with six PSD (Position Sensitive Detector) sensors are designed for experimentally evaluating the performance of two control systems. They are self-control...

International Journal of Manufacturing, Materials, and Mechanical Engineering (IJMMME)

J. Paulo Davim. Est. 2011.

The International Journal of Manufacturing, Materials, and Mechanical Engineering (IJMMME) is a refereed, interdisciplinary journal that publishes high quality articles with...

Humanitarian Demining Action Plan: Humanity and Technological Challenges

The presence of landmines and Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) in a place represents a major threat to civlian and affects the rebuilding process and the life of the people at...

Web-Based Multi-User Distributed and Collaborative Environment Supporting Emergency and Relief Activities

This chapter presents the conceptual development, design requirements and functional descriptions of a team based multi-user, web-based and global telecooperative system as a new...

International Journal of Artificial Life Research (IJALR)

Maki K. Habib. Est. 2010.

The International Journal of Artificial Life Research (IJALR) provides a forum on the study of living systems, human level artificial systems, and machines that exhibit...