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Mission

Develop novel engineering solutions by utilizing mechanical compliance in design.

Research Focus

Develop analytical and computational tools for synthesis and analysis of compliant mechanisms integrated with actuators to form compliant systems.

Ground-Breaking Activities

Shape-Morphing Compliant Mechanisms
Nonlinear Topology and Dimensional Synthesis
Building Block Synthesis
Embedded Actuation
Biomedical Devices
Dynamic Analysis and Synthesis


"Bending Over Backward to Keep Moving Forward!"

                                                     -B. Trease-



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