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The Biomimetic Wearable Robotics Laboratory (BioWearLab) established in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at The City College of New York (CUNY) is searching for two funded PhD positions to start in the Spring 2024 and Fall 2024 term. https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/engineering/phd
Position 1. - Spring 2024. This interdisciplinary research project focuses on developing Biomimetic Wearable Assistive Robots using computational and experimental mechanics. The aim is to design wearable robots inspired and mimicking the gait biomechanics found in living organisms. This research project involves actuator and structural design by exploring novel materials mechanisms, and control strategies to enhance the efficiency and adaptability of these robotic systems. The main aim of this project is to create a biomimetic wearable robot that assists the lower body mimicking the natural movements and functions of the human gait biomechanics.
Position 2. - Fall 2024 We are seeking a Ph.D. to work on the implementation of mechanical metamaterials, utilizing advanced design engineering techniques to generate lightweight structures that exhibit extraordinary properties and confer embedded kinematic and kinetic sensing capabilities to wearable robots. These materials will be integrated into the wearable robots to enhance their strength, flexibility, and overall performance. Biomimetic wearable robots with embedded sensing are expected to provide monitoring and proprioception capabilities to assistive devices.
Highly motivated students with a strong academic or industry background in mechanical engineering, materials science, electronics engineering, musculoskeletal biomechanics, and bioengineering are encouraged to apply.
Join our cutting-edge research team in the pursuit of revolutionizing wearable robotics for gait assistance. As a Ph.D. student, you will play a pivotal role in our mission to enhance mobility and quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges.
You can find more information about the PhD positions on our website www.biowearlab.org
If you are interested in applying send an email with one combined PDF including the following to isanzpena@ccny.cuny.edu:
- CV
- Motivation letter
Best regards,
Inigo Sanz-Pena, PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Lab director of the Biomimetic Wearable Robotics Laboratory (www.biowearlab.org)
The City College of New York - CCNY (CUNY)
Position 1. - Spring 2024. This interdisciplinary research project focuses on developing Biomimetic Wearable Assistive Robots using computational and experimental mechanics. The aim is to design wearable robots inspired and mimicking the gait biomechanics found in living organisms. This research project involves actuator and structural design by exploring novel materials mechanisms, and control strategies to enhance the efficiency and adaptability of these robotic systems. The main aim of this project is to create a biomimetic wearable robot that assists the lower body mimicking the natural movements and functions of the human gait biomechanics.
Position 2. - Fall 2024 We are seeking a Ph.D. to work on the implementation of mechanical metamaterials, utilizing advanced design engineering techniques to generate lightweight structures that exhibit extraordinary properties and confer embedded kinematic and kinetic sensing capabilities to wearable robots. These materials will be integrated into the wearable robots to enhance their strength, flexibility, and overall performance. Biomimetic wearable robots with embedded sensing are expected to provide monitoring and proprioception capabilities to assistive devices.
Highly motivated students with a strong academic or industry background in mechanical engineering, materials science, electronics engineering, musculoskeletal biomechanics, and bioengineering are encouraged to apply.
Join our cutting-edge research team in the pursuit of revolutionizing wearable robotics for gait assistance. As a Ph.D. student, you will play a pivotal role in our mission to enhance mobility and quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges.
You can find more information about the PhD positions on our website www.biowearlab.org
If you are interested in applying send an email with one combined PDF including the following to isanzpena@ccny.cuny.edu:
- CV
- Motivation letter
Best regards,
Inigo Sanz-Pena, PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Lab director of the Biomimetic Wearable Robotics Laboratory (www.biowearlab.org)
The City College of New York - CCNY (CUNY)