Mazhar Ul Haq

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Mazhar Ul Haq is a researcher specializing in bioinspired microdevices, with a focus on ionic polymer-metal composites (IPMCs) as artificial muscles for underwater applications. His work centers on the deflection, force, and dynamic analysis of IPMC-actuated fins and wings in micro fish-like scanning devices, leveraging low-voltage actuation, high bending deformation, and rapid response in aqueous environments. Haq’s key contributions include developing methodologies for two-way fluid-structure interaction to analyze force in fin and wing assemblies, as well as dynamic analysis of three-link mechanisms under true actuation cycles. His papers, such as *Deflection Analysis of IPMC Actuated Fin of a Fish Like Micro Device* (4 citations), *Force Analysis of IPMC Actuated Fin and Wing Assembly* (3 citations), and *Dynamic Analysis of IPMC Actuated Fin* (2 citations), collectively demonstrate his impact in advancing bioinspired robotics and microdevice design. Haq’s work is notable for integrating structural mechanics with smart materials, offering practical insights for towed underwater scanning systems. His research is valuable for students and engineers exploring soft robotics, biomimetics, and micro-actuation technologies.

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1. 1
   Deflection Analysis of IPMC Actuated Fin of a Fish Like Micro Device

   4 citations · 2015
2. 2
   Force Analysis of IPMC Actuated Fin and Wing Assembly of a Micro Scanning Device through Two-Way Fluid Structure Interaction Approach

   3 citations · 2015
3. 3
   Dynamic Analysis of IPMC Actuated Fin of a Micro Fish Like Device

   2 citations · 2015

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