Armin Jamali
Papers
7
Total Citations
40
H-Index
4
About
Armin Jamali is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of soft robotics and bioinspired engineering, whose work is redefining how machines interact with delicate and unstructured environments. His primary research areas include dielectric elastomer actuators (DEAs), soft grippers, and stretchable electronics, with a special focus on emulating the dexterity of biological systems like the octopus tentacle. Jamali’s most notable contribution is the development of a soft octopus-inspired suction cup that integrates DEAs with sensing capabilities—a breakthrough that has already garnered 11 citations since its 2024 publication. He has also achieved a remarkable milestone by creating an organic photovoltaic mini-module capable of supplying over 5000 volts, enabling energy autonomy for DEAs and addressing a critical barrier to mobile soft robotics. His innovative “backbone strategy” for multi-stacked DEA soft fingers and his cost-effective method for fabricating stretchable printed circuit boards on silicone substrates further demonstrate his ability to solve practical challenges in scalability and durability. With a growing portfolio of highly cited works, Jamali is establishing himself as a key figure in advancing soft robotic systems toward real-world applications in prosthetics, exoskeletons, and adaptive gripping.
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- 5DEVELOPMENT OF A SCALABLE SOFT FINGER GRIPPER FOR SOFT ROBOTS4 citations · 2022
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- 7Development and Characterization of a Soft Bending Actuator2 citations · 2022