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Last updated: May 2025

Tap and swipe smartphone gestures indicate hand tremor and finger joint range of motion

Tap and swipe smartphone gestures indicate hand tremor and finger joint range of motion

Abstract: “Conditions such as multiple sclerosis or arthritis impair normative hand function by diminishing motor control and limiting finger range [More…] about Tap and swipe smartphone gestures indicate hand tremor and finger joint range of motion

2023 IEEE Eurasia Conference on Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare and Sustainability (ECBIOS), August 2023
Wilson O. Torres, Hannah S. Stuart

Efficient reciprocating burrowing with anisotropic origami feet

Efficient reciprocating burrowing with anisotropic origami feet

Abstract: “Origami folding is an ancient art which holds promise for creating compliant and adaptable mechanisms, but has yet to [More…] about Efficient reciprocating burrowing with anisotropic origami feet

Frontiers in Robotics and AI, July 2023
Sareum Kim, Laura Treers, Tae Myung Huh, Hannah S. Stuart

A wearable testbed for studying variable transmission in body-powered prosthetic gripping

A wearable testbed for studying variable transmission in body-powered prosthetic gripping

Abstract: “For those with upper limb absence, body-powered prostheses continue to be popular for many activities despite being an old [More…] about A wearable testbed for studying variable transmission in body-powered prosthetic gripping

International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics (ICORR), June 2023
Andrew McPherson, Michael Abbott, Weston White, Yuri Gloumakov, Hannah S. Stuart

Characterizing the force-motion tradeoff in body-powered transmission design

Characterizing the force-motion tradeoff in body-powered transmission design

Abstract: “Upper-limb prosthesis users continue to reject devices despite continued research efforts. Today, the passive topology of body-powered prehensors, which [More…] about Characterizing the force-motion tradeoff in body-powered transmission design

IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering (T-NSRE), July 2023
Michael Abbott, Hannah S. Stuart

Walk-Burrow-Tug: Legged anchoring analysis using RFT-based granular limit surfaces

Walk-Burrow-Tug: Legged anchoring analysis using RFT-based granular limit surfaces

Abstract: “We develop a new resistive force theory based granular limit surface (RFT-GLS) method to predict and guide behaviors of [More…] about Walk-Burrow-Tug: Legged anchoring analysis using RFT-based granular limit surfaces

IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters, April 2023
Tae Myung Huh, Cyndia Cao, Jadesola Aderibigbe, Deaho Moon, Hannah S. Stuart

Mechanical modeling and optimal model-based design of a soft pneumatic actuator

Abstract: “Soft pneumatic actuators are widely used for soft grippers, which are known for their compliance as compared with traditional [More…] about Mechanical modeling and optimal model-based design of a soft pneumatic actuator

International Conference on Soft Robotics (RoboSoft), February 2023
Wu-Te Yang, Hannah S. Stuart, Masayoshi Tomizuka

Bioinspired tearing manipulation with a robotic fish

Bioinspired tearing manipulation with a robotic fish

Abstract: “We present SunBot, a robotic system for the study and implementation of fish-inspired tearing manipulations. Various fish species–such as [More…] about Bioinspired tearing manipulation with a robotic fish

International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA), January 2023
Stanley Wang, Juan Romero, Monica Li, Peter Wainwright, Hannah S. Stuart

The Robustness of Tether Friction in Non-idealized Terrains

The Robustness of Tether Friction in Non-idealized Terrains

“Reduced traction limits the ability of mobile robotic systems to resist or apply large external loads, such as tugging a [More…] about The Robustness of Tether Friction in Non-idealized Terrains

IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters, December 2022
Justin Page; Laura Treers; Steven Jens Jorgensen; Ronald Fearing; Hannah S Stuart

Mole crab-inspired vertical self-burrowing

Mole crab-inspired vertical self-burrowing

“We present EMBUR—EMerita BUrrowing Robot—the first legged robot inspired by the Pacific mole crab, Emerita analoga, capable of burrowing vertically [More…] about Mole crab-inspired vertical self-burrowing

Frontiers in Robotics and AI, Oct 2022
Laura Treers, Ben McInroe, Robert Full, Hannah S Stuart

Resonant pneumatic tactile sensing for soft grippers

Resonant pneumatic tactile sensing for soft grippers

Abstract: “Soft robots capable of dexterous manipulation can enable the exploration of extreme environments. Equipping these robots with tactile sensing [More…] about Resonant pneumatic tactile sensing for soft grippers

IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters, July 2022
Monica S. Li; Tae Myung Huh; Christopher R. Yahnker; Hannah S. Stuart

Effect of variable transmission on body-powered prosthetic grasping

Effect of variable transmission on body-powered prosthetic grasping

Body-powered upper-limb prostheses remain a popular option for those with limb absence due to their passive nature. These devices typically [More…] about Effect of variable transmission on body-powered prosthetic grasping

International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics (ICORR), June 2022
Michael E. Abbott, Andrew I.W. McPherson, Wilson O. Torres, Keilani Adachi, and Hannah S. Stuart

Tenodesis Grasp Emulator: Kinematic Assessment of Wrist-Driven Orthotic Control

Tenodesis Grasp Emulator: Kinematic Assessment of Wrist-Driven Orthotic Control

Abstract: “Wrist-driven orthotics have been designed to assist people with C6-7 spinal cord injury, however, the kinematic constraint imposed by [More…] about Tenodesis Grasp Emulator: Kinematic Assessment of Wrist-Driven Orthotic Control

arXiv.org (Accepted to ICRA 2022), Nov 2021
Erin Y. Chang, Raghid Mardini, Andrew I. W. McPherson, Yuri Gloumakov, Hannah S. Stuart

Mobility Experiments Assessing Performance of Front-Back Differential Drive Velocity on Sandy Terrain

Mobility Experiments Assessing Performance of Front-Back Differential Drive Velocity on Sandy Terrain

Abstract: “Sand traps are a hazard for both Martian and lunar rovers. Conventional drive control methods aim to limit wheel [More…] about Mobility Experiments Assessing Performance of Front-Back Differential Drive Velocity on Sandy Terrain

2021 Proceedings of the ISTVS 20th International Conference, Montréal, Québec, Canada, In Press
Cao, C., Creager C., Lieu, D.K, Stuart, H.S.

A Multi-Chamber Smart Suction Cup for Adaptive Gripping and Haptic Exploration

A Multi-Chamber Smart Suction Cup for Adaptive Gripping and Haptic Exploration

Abstract: “We present a novel robot end-effector for gripping and haptic exploration. Tactile sensing through suction flow monitoring is applied [More…] about A Multi-Chamber Smart Suction Cup for Adaptive Gripping and Haptic Exploration

IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS), Dec 2021
Tae Myung Huh, Kate Sanders, Michael Danielczuk, Monica Li, Ken Goldberg, Hannah S. Stuart

Bio-inspired Geotechnical Engineering: Principles, Current Work, Opportunities and Challenges

Abstract: “A broad diversity of biological organisms and systems interact with soil in ways that facilitate their growth and survival. [More…] about Bio-inspired Geotechnical Engineering: Principles, Current Work, Opportunities and Challenges

Géotechnique, April 2021
Alejandro Martinez, Jason DeJong, et. al.

Dynamic Analysis of Gyroscopic Force Redistribution for a Wheeled Rover

Dynamic Analysis of Gyroscopic Force Redistribution for a Wheeled Rover

Abstract: “Current Mars rovers feature large, complex suspensions to overcome obstacles. Unfavorable contact force distribution can cause slip and high [More…] about Dynamic Analysis of Gyroscopic Force Redistribution for a Wheeled Rover

2021 ACSE Earth and Space, April 2021
Cyndia A. Cao, Dennis K. Lieu, Hannah S. Stuart

Kinesthetic feedback improves grasp performance in cable-driven prostheses

Kinesthetic feedback improves grasp performance in cable-driven prostheses

Abstract: “Despite significant progress in the realm of upper-limb prosthetic design, end-users still abandon modern myoelectric prostheses, with haptic feedback [More…] about Kinesthetic feedback improves grasp performance in cable-driven prostheses

2021 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA), Oct 2021
Michael E. Abbott, Joshua D. Fajardo, H.W. Lim, and Hannah S. Stuart

Assistive supernumerary grasping with the back of the hand

Assistive supernumerary grasping with the back of the hand

Abstract: “The Dorsal Grasper, an assistive wearable grasping device, incorporates supernumerary fingers and an artificial palm with the forearm and [More…] about Assistive supernumerary grasping with the back of the hand

2021 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA), Oct 2021
Jungpyo Lee, Licheng Yu, Lucie Derbier and Hannah S. Stuart

Granular Resistive Force Theory Implementation for Three-Dimensional Trajectories

Granular Resistive Force Theory Implementation for Three-Dimensional Trajectories

Abstract: “Modelling interaction forces as bodies intrude into granular media is a longstanding challenge in the design and control of [More…] about Granular Resistive Force Theory Implementation for Three-Dimensional Trajectories

Robotics and Automation Letters, February 2021
Laura K. Treers, Cyndia Cao, Hannah S. Stuart

Motor-Augmented Wrist-Driven Orthosis: Flexible Grasp Assistance for People with Spinal Cord Injury

Motor-Augmented Wrist-Driven Orthosis: Flexible Grasp Assistance for People with Spinal Cord Injury

Abstract: “This paper presents the design of a motoraugmented wrist-driven orthosis (MWDO) for improved grasp articulation for people with C6-C7 [More…] about Motor-Augmented Wrist-Driven Orthosis: Flexible Grasp Assistance for People with Spinal Cord Injury

International Conferences of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBC), Aug 2020
Andrew I. W. McPherson, Vatsal V. Patel, Phillip R. Downey, Ahmed Abbas Alvi, Michael E. Abbott and Hannah S. Stuart

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