Research Engineer (Novel Origami-inspired Mechanisms)

Job Description

The Origami-Inspired Mechanisms Developer will focus on pioneering lightweight, efficient designs for untraditional robotics, particularly flapping-wing drones and soft robots. This role involves applying innovative origami techniques to enhance mechanical performance and functionality in robotics.

Key Responsibilities:

•              Develop origami-inspired automatic landing mechanisms for flapping-wing drones to achieve stable landings on varied surfaces such as cylindrical branches and slopes.

•              Construct a comprehensive library of modularized origami actuators capable of producing a range of movements such as translation, bending, and twisting.

•              Conduct research to understand the influence of geometrical parameters on the mechanical performance of origami-inspired designs and actuators

Qualifications

•              BEng/BSc/MEng/MSc in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines.

•              Experience in developing origami-inspired mechanisms and familiar with 2D prototyping techniques, 3D printing, etc.;

•              Proficiency in mechanical design, mechatronics and kinematic modeling.

•              Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

•              Good teamwork abilities, self-motivation, and self-reflection.

•              Proficiency in the English language, both in oral and written form.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department : Mechanical Engineering

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 24680