1. Kokkinis, A., Frantzis, T., Skordis, K., Nikolakopoulos, G., & Koustoumpardis, P. Review of Automated Operations in Drilling and Mining. Machines, 12(12), 845, 2024, doi
  2. Nikolaos Anatoliotakis, Giorgos Paraskevopoulos, George Michalakis, Isidoros Michalellis, Evangelia Zacharaki, Panagiotis Koustoumpardis, Konstantinos Moustakas. Dynamic Human-Robot collision risk based on octree representation, under revision, submitted in Machines, MDPI, 2023.
  3. Petros I. Kaltsas, Panagiotis N. Koustoumpardis, and Pantelis G. Nikolakopoulos. A Review of Sensors Used on Fabric-Handling Robots. Machines, MDPI, 10, no. 2: 101, 2022, doi
  4. Triantafyllou Dimitra, Panagiotis Koustoumpardis, and Nikolaos Aspragathos. Type independent hierarchical analysis for the recognition of folded garments’ configuration. Intelligent Service Robotics, 1-18, 2021. doi
  5. Sharkawy, Abdel-Nasser, Panagiotis N. Koustoumpardis, and Nikos Aspragathos. Human–robot collisions detection for safe human–robot interaction using one multi-input–output neural network, Soft Computing 24.9: 6687-6719, 2020.
  6. Abdel-Nasser Sharkawy, Panagiotis N Koustoumpardis, Nikos Aspragathos, A Recurrent Neural Network for Variable Admittance Control in Human-Robot Cooperation: Online and Simultaneous Adjustment of the Virtual Damping and Inertia, International Journal of Intelligent Robotics and Applications, Springer, Vol. 4, pp. 441-464, 2020.
  7. Abdel-Nasser Sharkawy, Panagiotis N. Koustoumpardis, Nikos Aspragathos, A Neural Network based Approach for Variable Admittance Control in Human-Robot Cooperation: Online Adjustment of the Virtual Inertia, Intelligent Service Robotics, Springer, Vol. 13, pp. 495-519, 2020.
  8. E. Anatoliotakis, P. N. Koustoumpardis, N. A. Aspragathos, Comparison of a Gain Scheduled PID and a Variable Admittance Controller for Robotized Sewing of Fabrics, International Journal of Mechanics and Control (JoMaC), Vol. 21, No. 01, pp. 51-60, 2020.
  9. Abdel-Nasser Sharkawy, Panagiotis N. Koustoumpardis, Dynamics and Computed-Torque Control of a 2-DOF manipulator: Mathematical Analysis, International Journal of Advanced Science and Technology, Vol. 28, No. 12, pp. 201-212, 2019.
  10. Abdel-Nasser Sharkawy, Panagiotis N. Koustoumpardis, Nikos Aspragathos, Neural Network Design for Manipulator Collision Detection Based only on the Joint Position Sensors, Robotica, Cambridge University Press, 1-19, Vol. 38, pp. 1737-1755, December 2019. doi
  11. Sotirios N. Aspragkathos, John S. Sakellariou, Panagiotis N. Koustoumpardis, Nikos A. Aspragathos, Vibration control of flexible beams manipulated by industrial robots via a stochastic AR-Based control system, International Journal of Mechanics and Control (JOMAC), Vol. 20, No 02, pp. 39-48, December 2019.
  12. Fotios Dimeas, Vassilis C Moulianitis and Nikos Aspragathos. Manipulator performance constraints in human-robot cooperation. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 50:222–233, 2018. BibTeX
  13. VC Moulianitis, G-AD Zachiotis and NA Aspragathos. A new index based on mechatronics abilities for the conceptual design evaluation. Mechatronics 49:67–76, 2018. BibTeX
  14. A Kouris, F Dimeas and N Aspragathos. A Frequency Domain Approach for Contact Type Distinction in Human #8211;Robot Collaboration. IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters 3(2):720-727, April 2018. Abstract BibTeX
  15. F Dimeas, V C Moulianitis and N Aspragathos. Manipulator performance constraints in human-robot cooperation. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 50:222-233, 2018. URL BibTeX
  16. V C Moulianitis, G -A D Zachiotis and N A Aspragathos. A new index based on mechatronics abilities for the conceptual design evaluation. Mechatronics 49():67 – 76, 2018. URL BibTeX
  17. C N Kapsalas, J S Sakellariou, P N Koustoumpardis and N A Aspragathos. An ARX-based method for the vibration control of flexible beams manipulated by industrial robots. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, 2017. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  18. V Syrimpeis, V Moulianitis, N A Aspragathos and E Panagiotopoulos. A knowledge based system for the selection of muscles for gait phase detection using EMGs. International Journal of Healthcare Information Systems and Informatics 12(2):18-45, 2017. URL BibTeX
  19. Elias Xydias, Philip Azariadis and Nikos Aspragathos. International Journal of Robotics Applications and Technologies. Mission Design of Mobile Manipulators in Cluttered Environments for Service Applications 4(1):, 2016. BibTeX
  20. P Sotiropoulos and N Aspragathos. Neural Networks to determine task oriented dexterity indices for an Underwater Vehicle-Manipulator System. Applied Soft Computing ():-, 2016. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  21. Vassilis Moulianitis, Aris Synodinos, Nikos Aspragathos and Charalampos Valsamos. Task-based optimal design of metamorphic service manipulators. Accepted for publication in the Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics ():, 2016. BibTeX
  22. Fotios Dimeas and Nikos Aspragathos. Online stability in human-robot cooperation with admittance control. Haptics, IEEE Transactions on 9(2):267–278, 2016. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  23. D Triantafyllou, I Mariolis, A Kargakos, S Malassiotis and N Aspragathos. A geometric approach to robotic unfolding of garments. Robotics and Autonomous Systems 75:233-243, 2016. URL BibTeX
  24. Panagiotis Sotiropoulos, Vasileios Kolonias, Nikos Aspragathos and Efthymios Housos. Rapid motion planning algorithm for optimal UVMS interventions in semi-structured environments using GPUs. Robotics and Autonomous Systems ():-, 2015. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  25. A I Synodinos, V C Moulianitis and N A Aspragathos. A fuzzy approximation to dexterity measures of mobile manipulators. Advanced Robotics 0(0):1-17, 2015. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  26. C Valsamos, V C Moulianitis, A I Synodinos and N A Aspragathos. Introduction of the high performance area measure for the evaluation of metamorphic manipulator anatomies. Mechanism and Machine Theory 86(0):88 – 107, 2015. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  27. Fotios Dimeas, L D Avendaño-Valencia and Nikos Aspragathos. Human – robot collision detection and identification based on fuzzy and time series modelling. Robotica FirstView:1–13, May 2014. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  28. Fotios Dimeas, Dhionis V Sako, Vassilis C Moulianitis and Nikos A Aspragathos. Design and fuzzy control of a robotic gripper for efficient strawberry harvesting. Robotica FirstView:1–14, May 2014. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  29. C Valsamos, V Moulianitis and N Aspragathos. Kinematic Synthesis and Evaluation of Structure Topologies for Metamorphic Serial Manipulators. ASME Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics 6(4):14, 2014. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  30. Stavros G Papageorgiou and Nikos A Aspragathos. Five-axis flank milling of dually defined twisted ruled surfaces. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 228(3):356-366, 2014. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  31. N Konstantopoulos, V Syrimpeis, V Moulianitis, I Panaretou, N Aspragathos and E Panagiotopoulos. A Smart Card based Software System for Surgery Specialtie. International Journal of User-Driven Healthcare, 2014. BibTeX
  32. Panagiotis N Koustoumpardis and Nikos A Aspragathos. Intelligent hierarchical robot control for sewing fabrics. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 30(1):34 – 46, 2014. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  33. Nikos A Aspragathos. Commons-based Science and Research and the Privatization of its Fruits: The Robotics Paradigm. Journal of Innovation Economics 2(12), 2013. BibTeX
  34. Paraskevi Th. Zacharia, Elias K Xidias and Nikos A Aspragathos. Task scheduling and motion planning for an industrial manipulator. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 29(6):449 – 462, 2013. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  35. Fotios Dimeas, Panagiotis Koustoumpardis and Nikos Aspragathos. Admittance neuro-control of a lifting device to reduce human effort. Advanced Robotics 27(13):1013–1022, June 2013. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  36. Charalampos Valsamos, Vassilis Moulianitis and Nikos Aspragathos. Index based optimal anatomy of a metamorphic manipulator for a given task. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 28(4):517 – 529, 2012. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  37. Elias K Xidias, Andreas C Nearchou and Nikos A Aspragathos. Integrating path planning, routing and scheduling for logistics operations in manufacturing facilities. Cybernetics and Systems 43(3):143-162, 2012. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  38. P Lazarou, N Aspragathos and J Wilde. Modelling, simulation and design constraints of electrostatic self-assembly of microparts. Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology 4(4):401 – 407, 2011. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  39. Panagiotis Sotiropoulos, Nikos Aspragathos and F Andritsos. Optimum docking of an Unmanned Underwater Vehicle for high dexterity manipulation. IAENG International Journal of Computer Science 38(1):48-56, 2011. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  40. Johan Dalin, Jurgen Wilde, Panos Lazarou and Nikolaos Aspragathos. Self-assembly of dies through electrostatic attraction: modelling of alignment forces and kinematics. Journal of Micro-Nano Mechatronics 6(1-2):23-31, 2011. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  41. V C Moulianitis and N A Aspragathos. Introduction to the special issue on Theories and Methodologies for mechatronics design. Mechatronics 20(8):825 – 826, 2010. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  42. E K Xidias, Th. P Zacharia and N A Aspragathos. Time-optimal task scheduling for articulated manipulators in environments cluttered with obstacles. Robotica 28:427–440, May 2010. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  43. Athanasios Nektarios and Nikos A Aspragathos. Optimal location of a general position and orientation end-effector’s path relative to manipulator’s base, considering velocity performance. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 26(2):162 – 173, 2010. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  44. Johan Dalin, Jurgen Wilde, Azeem Zulfiqar, Panos Lazarou, Aris Synodinos and Nikolaos Aspragathos. Electrostatic attraction and surface-tension-driven forces for accurate self-assembly of microparts. Microelectronic Engineering 87(2):159 – 162, 2010. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  45. EK Xidias, Th P Zacharia and NA Aspragathos. Time-optimal task scheduling for two robotic manipulators operating in a three-dimensional environment. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part I: Journal of Systems and Control Engineering 224(7):845–855, 2010. BibTeX
  46. G T Zoumponos and N A Aspragathos. A fuzzy strategy for the robotic folding of fabrics with machine vision feedback. Industrial Robot 37(3):302-308, 2010. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  47. P Zacharia, N Aspragathos, I Mariolis and E Dermatas. A robotic system based on fuzzy visual servoing for handling flexible sheets lying on a table. Industrial Robot 36(5):489-496, 2009. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  48. P Lazarou and N A Aspragathos. An integrated mechatronic approach for the systematic design of force fields and programming of microactuator arrays for micropart manipulation. Mechatronics 19(3):287-303, 2009. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  49. E K Xidias, A C Nearchou and N A Aspragathos. Vehicle scheduling in 2D shop floor environments. Industrial Robot 36(2):176-183, 2009. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  50. P Zacharia, I G Mariolis, N Aspragathos and E S Dermatas. Robot-handling fabrics with curved edges based on visual servoing and polygonal approximation. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 222(10):1263-1274, 2008. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  51. E K Xidias, P N Azariadis and N A Aspragathos. Path planning of holonomic and non-holonomic robots using bump-surfaces. Computer-Aided Design and Applications 5(1-4):497-507, 2008. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  52. E K Xidias and N A Aspragathos. Motion planning for multiple non-holonomic robots: A geometric approach. Robotica 26(4):525-536, 2008. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  53. G T Zoumponos and N A Aspragathos. Fuzzy logic path planning for the robotic placement of fabrics on a work table. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 24(2):174-186, 2008. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  54. S Mekid, T Schlegel, N Aspragathos and R Teti. Foresight formulation in innovative production, automation and control systems. Foresight 9(5):35-47, 2007. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  55. E K Xidias, P N Azariadis and N A Aspragathos. Two-dimensional motion-planning for nonholonomic robots using the bump-surfaces concept. Computing (Vienna/New York) 79(2-4):109-118, 2007. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  56. P N Koustoumpardis, J S Fourkiotis and N A Aspragathos. Intelligent evaluation of fabrics’ extensibility from robotized tensile test. International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology 19(2):80-98, 2007. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  57. E K Xidias, P N Azariadis and N A Aspragathos. Energy-minimizing motion design for nonholonomic robots amidst moving obstacles. Computer-Aided Design and Applications 3(1-4):165-174, 2006. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  58. S G Papageorgiou and N A Aspragathos. Transformation and normal vector calculation of parametrically defined surfaces based on dual vectors and screw theory: Application to Phong’s shading model. Computer Graphics Forum 25(2):183-195, 2006. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  59. T Velten, H H Ruf, D Barrow, N Aspragathos, P Lazarou, E Jung, C K Malek, M Richter, J Kruckow and M Wackerle. Packaging of bio-MEMS: Strategies, technologies, and applications. IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging 28(4):533-546, 2005. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  60. P N Azariadis and N A Aspragathos. Obstacle representation by Bump-surfaces for optimal motion-planning. Robotics and Autonomous Systems 51(2-3):129-150, 2005. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  61. P.Th. Zacharia and N A Aspragathos. Optimal robot task scheduling based on genetic algorithms. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 21(1):67-79, 2005. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  62. V C Moulianitis, N A Aspragathos and A J Dentsoras. A model for concept evaluation in design – An application to mechatronics design of robot grippers. Mechatronics 14(6):599-622, 2004. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  63. P N Koustoumpardis and N A Aspragathos. Fuzzy logic decision mechanism combined with a neuro-controller for fabric tension in robotized sewing process. Journal of Intelligent and Robotic Systems: Theory and Applications 36(1):65-88, 2003. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  64. P N Azariadis, A C Nearchou and N A Aspragathos. An evolutionary algorithm for generating planar developments of arbitrarily curved surfaces. Computers in Industry 47(3):357-368, 2002. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  65. N A Aspragathos and S Foussias. Optimal location of a robot path when considering velocity performance. Robotica 20(2):139-147, 2002. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  66. N I Glossas and N A Aspragathos. Grasp and rotate fragile objects using fuzzy control and tactile sensor. Systems Science 27(4):23-34, 2001. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  67. N I Glossas and N A Aspragathos. Fuzzy logic grasp control using tactile sensors. Mechatronics 11(7):899-920, 2001. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  68. C J Tsaprounis and N A Aspragathos. A linear differential formulation of friction forces for adaptive estimator algorithms. Robotica 19(4):407-421, 2001. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  69. P N Azariadis and N A Aspragathos. Geodesic curvature preservation in surface flattening through constrained global optimization. CAD Computer Aided Design 33(8):581-591, 2001. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  70. P Azariadis and N Aspragathos. Computer graphics representation and transformation of geometric entities using dual unit vectors and line transformations. Computers and Graphics (Pergamon) 25(2):195-209, 2001. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  71. P N Azariadis and N A Aspragathos. On using planar developments to perform texture mapping on arbitrarily curved surfaces. Computers and Graphics (Pergamon) 24(4):539-554, 2000. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  72. C J Tsaprounis and N A Aspragathos. Adaptive tracking controller for rigid-link elastic-joint robots with link acceleration estimation. Journal of Intelligent and Robotic Systems: Theory and Applications 27(1-2):67-83, 2000. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  73. C J Tsaprounis and N A Aspragathos. Sliding mode with adaptive estimation force control of robot manipulators interacting with an unknown passive environment. Robotica 17(4):447-458, 1999. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  74. A C Nearchou, N A Aspragathos and D P Sofotassios. Reducing the complexity of robot’s scene for faster collision detection. Journal of Intelligent and Robotic Systems: Theory and Applications 26(1):79-89, 1999. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  75. V C Moulianitis, A J Dentsoras and N A Aspragathos. Knowledge-based system for the conceptual design of grippers for handling fabrics. Artificial Intelligence for Engineering Design, Analysis and Manufacturing: AIEDAM 13(1):13-25, 1999. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  76. N A Aspragathos and J K Dimitros. A comparative study of three methods for robot kinematics. IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics, Part B: Cybernetics 28(2):135-145, 1998. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  77. C J Tsaprounis and N Aspragathos. Contact point identification in robot assembly strategies under uncertainty. Robotica 16(6):679-690, 1998. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  78. A C Nearchou and N A Aspragathos. Collision-Free Cartesian Trajectory Generation Using Raster Scanning and Genetic Algorithms. Journal of Intelligent and Robotic Systems: Theory and Applications 23(2-4):351-377, 1998. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  79. N A Aspragathos. Cartesian trajectory generation under bounded position deviation. Mechanism and Machine Theory 33(6):697-709, 1998. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  80. A C Nearchou and N A Aspragathos. A genetic path planning algorithm for redundant articulated robots. Robotica 15(2):213-224, 1997. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  81. P Azariadis and N Aspragathos. Design of plane developments of doubly curved surfaces. CAD Computer Aided Design 29(10):675-685, 1997. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  82. E Dermatas, A Nearchou and N Aspragathos. Error-back-propagation solution to the inverse kinematic problem of redundant manipulators. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing 12(4):303-310, 1996. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  83. A C Nearchou and N A Aspragathos. Application of genetic algorithms to point-to-point motion of redundant manipulators. Mechanism and Machine Theory 31(3):261-270, 1996. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  84. A C Nearchou and N A Aspragathos. Collision-Free Continuous Path Control of Manipulators using Genetic Algorithms. Journal of Systems Enginering 6:20-32, 1996. BibTeX
  85. A J Dentsoras and N A Aspragathos. Modelling the dynamic characteristics of a robot arm joint. Robotics and Computer Integrated Manufacturing 8(3):157-161, 1991. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  86. N A Aspragathos. Assembly strategies for parts with a plane of symmetry. Robotica 9(pt 2):189-195, 1991. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  87. P F Rizos, N Aspragathos and A D Dimarogonas. Identification of crack location and magnitude in a cantilever beam from the vibration modes. Journal of Sound and Vibration 138(3):381-388, 1990. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  88. N A Aspragathos, Hopkins S.H., Morgan C. and Bland C.. The Development of a Micromanipulator using Continuous Feedback Control for Automatic Assembly. System Science 15(4), 1989. BibTeX
  89. T Lianos, D Kiritsis and N Aspragathos. A direct algorithm for continuous path control of manipulators. Robotics and Computer Integrated Manufacturing 8(2):97-101, 1991. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  90. N A Aspragathos. Program for torsional dynamic modelling of drive systems and fatigue life prediction. Computer-Aided Design 20(9):555-563, 1988. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  91. S G Velonias and N Aspragathos. High Cycle Fatigue of Shafts due to Starting Transients in Drive Systems. Proc. Inst. Mech Engrs 202(D3), 1988. BibTeX
  92. D Michalopoulos, N Aspragathos and A D Dimarogonas. Fatigue damage of gear teeth in speed reducers moving heavy rotors.. TRANS. ASME J. VIB. ACOUST. STRESS & RELIAB. DES. 109(2 , Apr. 1987):196-200, 1987. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  93. D Michalopoulos, N Aspragathos and A D Dimarogonas. Analytical Investigation of a Turning Gear Mechanism During Engagement due to Stick-Slip. Mechanism and Machine Theory 21(2):145-151, 1986. BibTeX
  94. N Aspragathos and A Dimarogonas. The Effects of Some System Parameters on the Fatigue Life Reduction of Turbine Generator Shafts due to Electrical Transients. IEEE transactions on power apparatus and systems PAS-103(8):2308-2316, 1984. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  95. S Panteliou, N Aspragathos and A Dimarogonas. Thermal effects on rotating shafts due to electrical transients causing plastic deformation. Ingenieur-Archiv 53(3):173-179, 1983. URL, Abstract BibTeX
  96. N Aspragathos and A Dimarogonas. Fatigue Damage of Turbine-Generator Shafts due to Fast Reclosing. IEE PROC 129(1):1-9, 1982. BibTeX
  97. N Aspragathos and A Dimarogonas. Torsional Fatigue Life Reduction in Turbogenerators due to Large Scale Disturbances under Fast Valving Control. Archiv fur Elektrotechnik Berlin 64(5):275-284, 1982. URL, Abstract BibTeX