Marius Pruessner

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Marius Pruessner is a leading researcher in bio-inspired robotics, specializing in the development of robotic fins for multimodal locomotion in unmanned vehicles. His work bridges the gap between aerial and underwater systems, focusing on hydrodynamic propulsion and aerodynamic control. Pruessner’s most cited paper, “Development of a robotic fin for hydrodynamic propulsion and aerodynamic control” (2014, 16 citations), introduces a novel fin design for a vehicle capable of high-speed aerial ingress followed by low-speed underwater operations, showcasing his innovative approach to multi-environment robotics. His earlier study, “Scaling Studies for an Actively Controlled Curvature Robotic Pectoral Fin” (2012, 8 citations), advanced understanding of fin mechanics through active curvature control, while “Thrust magnitude and efficiency studies for multiple robotic flapping fins” (2015, 2 citations) systematically compared fin designs, analyzing parameters like stroke frequency, amplitude, and aspect ratio to optimize thrust and efficiency. Pruessner’s contributions have laid foundational insights for efficient, bio-inspired propulsion systems, making his work essential for researchers in robotics, fluid dynamics, and autonomous vehicle design. His focus on practical scaling and performance metrics underscores his impact on developing next-generation unmanned systems.