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JOB TITLE
Research Associate
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Robotics Engineering – NFR JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute – WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead the design, prototyping, and control of a bio-inspired robotic gate system. This system will mimic biological mechanisms to enable adaptive, efficient, and robust control for regulating passage in dynamic environments. The role involves mechanical design, actuation strategies, and intelligent control for real-world deployment.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities:
Design & Analysis: Develop innovative bio-inspired concepts for a robotic gate mechanism that can block or allow traffic dynamically. Perform structural and dynamic analysis to ensure reliability and safety. Prototyping & Integration: Fabricate and assemble robotic gate prototypes using advanced manufacturing techniques. Integrate sensors, actuators, and control hardware for autonomous operation. Control & Automation: Implement control algorithms for adaptive opening/closing based on
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