Arman Nikkhah
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About
Arman Nikkhah is a roboticist whose research lies at the intersection of bio-inspired design, humanoid locomotion, and soft actuation. His most influential work, a 2020 study on hydraulic artificial muscles (HAMs) in an antagonistic pair configuration (22 citations), demonstrates his expertise in developing novel, high-power-density actuators that mimic natural muscle behavior—a critical step toward safer, more efficient exoskeletons and prosthetics. Nikkhah also made a significant impact with the creation of Surena-Mini (12 citations), the first small-scale humanoid robot fabricated entirely using 3D printing technology. This platform showcased the flexibility of additive manufacturing for rapid prototyping in robotics. In the domain of whole-body control, his 2018 paper on Model Predictive Control (MPC) (12 citations) advanced the field by enabling humanoid robots to plan vertical center-of-mass movements and manage external contact forces, moving beyond flat-terrain walking to more dynamic, real-world motions. His earlier work on a bio-inspired quadruped robot (4 citations) further underscores his commitment to translating biological principles into functional robotic systems. With a portfolio spanning actuation, design, and control, Nikkhah’s contributions are shaping the future of versatile, human-like robots.
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