Hello!
I am Eiji Onchi. Here you can find a summary of some of the projects I have worked on, the things I research, and know a little bit more about me.
Biography
Born in Japan and raised in Peru, I am a mix between Japanese traditions and Latin American flavor. As a Kansei Designer and Mechatronic Engineer, I combine arts and engineering to study how we interact with our surroundings to create devices and robots that are pleasant to use.
What is Kansei?
Kansei (感性) is a Japanese word with a complex meaning that is difficult to translate in one word. It refers to human sensitivity, subjectivity, emotions, feelings, and the essence of the human experience. In simple terms, we try to understand how we experience life with the aid of Psychology, Neuroscience, Behavioral Science, and Arts.
What is Mechatronics?
Mechatronics is an area of engineering that combines Mechanics, Electronics, and Computer Sciences. Basically, we know how to automate processes and create machines and robots.
Download my CV.
- Human-Robot Interaction
- Social Robotics
- Software Development
- Motorbike Touring
- Camping
PhD. in Kansei Science, 2022
University of Tsukuba
MSc. in Kansei Science, 2019
University of Tsukuba
BSc. in Mechatronic Engineering, 2014
Pontifical Catholic University of Peru
Languages
Native
Native
JLPT N1
Backend, CLI Apps
PyTorch, TensorFlow
Full-Stack Development
Data Analysis
Word Processor
Japanese Sign Language
Projects
The Space Between You and Me
Custom split keyboard design with integrated trackball and scroll dial.
Shiba-kun: In-House Healthcare Assistant
Collaboration with Delft University of Technology.
Maru Maru Podcast
Sharing the Japanese experience to our Spanish speaking friends!
Scholar
Scholar is a terminal based reference manager written in Go.
Slow Robots for Unobtrusive Posture Correction
With slow robots, we make the first step toward using actuated objects for unobtrusive behavioral changes.
CGx Layout Keyboard
Custom keyboard design and layout optimized for English.
Robot Arm Controller
Custom made unit for controlling Arduino based robot arms using Gcode.
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Mobility Design
Design of a self-driving mobility for the “Last Mile” transportation of people.
Emotional Expressions in Non-Humanoid Robots
My research topic
Mirror of Desires
Interactive installation that reflects your inner desires.
IOmi
IOmi is a life-sized female humanoid hostess robot intended for serving as guidance in indoor public spaces.
Interior Design for Self-Driving Cars
Project done in collaboration with Toyoda Gosei to research the effects of different interior designs on the feeling of excitement in autonomous cars.
Mouthpiece for Breath Control during Exercise
Design of a mouthpiece for controlling breath during exercise.
Heka
Nursing Robot Companion. 1st Place Design Competition ICSR 2015.
PePe
Plant Protector. 4th Place Design Competition ICSR 2014.
Boje Lamp
Public art installation combining light and sound
PAME
Automated tuberculosis analysis machine.
MDRS - Crew 126
Mars Desert Research Station - Crew 126 [Team Peru]
Sunaya
Beach cleaning social robot to increase beach pollution awareness.
IEEE Humanoid Robot Racing - LARC 2013
1st Place IEEE Humanoid Robot Racing LARC 2013.
Work Experience
Responsibilities include:
- Research and planning
- Experiment design and data analysis
- Academic publishing
Responsibilities include:
- Supervise graduate and undergraduate courses
- Design and planning of courses
- Give lectures
Responsibilities include:
- Supervise undergraduate courses
- Aid in the design and planning of courses
- Support lectures
Responsibilities include:
- Supervision of undergraduate thesis in Mechatronic Engineering
- Evaluation of undergraduate thesis in Mechatronic Engineering
Responsibilities include:
- Writing and publication of scientific articles.
- Research and development of social robots.
Responsibilities include:
- Registration of local and international students at PUCP
- Orientation and delivery of documents to freshmen students.
Awards and Certificates
Recent Publications
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Contact
- eiji@onchi.me
- +81-070-4216-3780
- 2-12 Ogawamachi, Chiyoda, Tokyo 101-0052
- teamLab Inc.
- My Repos