Closing the Gap in Robotics Expertise Robotics is advancing rapidly, but progress stalls when research does not translate into real-world impact. Engineers struggle with complex control algorithms, inefficient designs, and the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation. Adaptive Machines…
Welcome to Dynamics! Dynamics is a branch of Mechanics that studies the motion of objects under the influence of forces. It is fundamental to engineering, bridging theoretical principles from physics with practical applications to predict the motion of systems such…
Welcome to Optimization! Optimization and Optimal Control are essential tools for designing systems that operate efficiently while minimizing cost, time, or resources. These methods provide a systematic approach to decision-making in engineering and science, enabling solutions for problems ranging from…
Y. Y. Fu, A.U. Kilic and D.J. Braun, Energy Minimization using Custom-Designed Magnetic-Spring Actuators, IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems, pp. 3534-3539, October 14 – 18, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2024.
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Pushing the Limits of Unpowered Systems Robotics is reaching new frontiers, with innovative designs reshaping how machines and humans interact. Mechanically adaptive robotics offers a path to enhancing mobility without relying on external power sources like motors or pneumatic actuators.…
Optimal Control for Compliant Robots Compliant actuation, inspired by biological systems, offers robots mechanical adaptability and energy efficiency, making them suitable for tasks requiring both precision and power. However, controlling robots with compliant actuators is inherently challenging due to the…
Enabling Robots to Learn Like Humans Robotic intelligence is evolving beyond pre-programmed control, shifting towards systems that learn through real-world experience. A key challenge in this transformation is enabling robots to improve their performance on complex tasks—such as walking or…
Uncovering Human Performance Limits Have you ever wondered how much faster humans could run with just a little help from physics? A new twist on the old idea of spring-driven shoes may hold the answer. By storing and releasing energy…
Welcome to the 19th IEEE/RAS-EMBS International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics (ICORR 2025), the biannual conference on theoretical and experimental issues in the fields of Rehabilitation Robotics and Neuroscience. ICORR covers several disciplines with both theoretical and experimental challenges in robotics,…
The Robotics: Science and Systems (R:SS) conference has a long history of bringing together researchers in all areas of robotics from around the world for an engaging and focused week of single-track presentations, workshops, poster sessions, tutorials, and fun. Dr.…
Beau is a postdoctoral researcher at the Braun Lab working on variable stiffness human augmentation devices. Beau received his Ph.D. from Vanderbilt, studying under Dr. Michael Goldfarb. His research interests include the design and control of assistive and augmentative devices…
Ashley is an undergraduate student at Vanderbilt studying Electrical & Computer Engineering, with a minor in piano performance. She is also a member of the SyBBURE Searle Undergraduate Research Program.
Jack is an undergraduate student in mechanical engineering at Vanderbilt University. He likes to do research related to dynamics, control, and robotics. He has held multiple internships in the renewable energy industry for NextEra Energy and is interested in pursuing a…
Kaijia is an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering with a minor in computer science. He is passionate about research and has been involved with numerous research projects related to robotics. He possesses a strong penchant for road…
Jordyn is an undergraduate student at Vanderbilt University studying Electrical & Computer Engineering and Mathematics with minors in Computer Science, Physics, and Economics. He is also a member of the SyBBURE Searle Undergraduate Research Program. His passion for the intersection of…
Hello, I’m George Dzadzamia from Georgia, studying Physics and Computer Science at Vanderbilt University. My research interests have recently expanded to include nonlinear optics and nanoparticles, in addition to my ongoing work with non-linear parametric oscillators. Outside of my academic…