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I recently started my Post Doc with the Biomorphic Intellegence Labratory at TU Delf university after graduating with a PhD in Robotics from Carnegie Mellon University. My PhD research focused on developing whisker-inspired sensors for robots, as detailed in my dissertation, “Whisker-Inspired Sensors for Unstructured Environments.” My work combines mechanical engineering and robotics expertise to create innovative sensors which move exciting research ideas towards robust sensors capable of handling real world noise.

My research highlights include designing:

1. Airflow sensing arrays capable of detecting both drone motion and wind simultaneously
2. Tactile whisker sensors which can quantify their surface mapping confidence during interaction with compliant objects.
3. Multi-modal whisker sensing arrays that differentiate between airflow, whisker contact, and robotic motion.

I am passionate about hands-on research that brings hardware systems to life. From prototyping and testing mechanical designs to integrating electronics and developing software for sensor interpretation, I thrive on the iterative process of building and refining systems. My work emphasizes designing hardware with a deep understanding of its integration into software systems, ensuring seamless functionality and advancing innovation in mechatronics and robotic systems.