Muhammed Gaafar, Ph.D,
Assistant Professor of Mechatronics and Robotics and Senior Industrial Robotics Application Engineer
About Me
I am an Assistant Professor of Mechatronics specializing in robotics, soft wearable exoskeletons, and compliant mechanisms for healthcare and industrial applications. My current research focuses on developing variable-stiffness soft exosuits for lower back rehabilitation and advancing compliant mechanism design for safe, precise human–robot interaction.
In addition to my academic research and teaching, I have hands-on experience in programming and integrating industrial robots and in designing customized automation systems, enabling a strong link between theoretical principles and real-world deployment. My teaching and academic interests include mobile robotics, mechatronics, industrial automation, and artificial intelligence, and I actively mentor student teams working on robotics projects and competitions.
I am open to collaboration on projects in robotics, automation, and medical and rehabilitation devices, as well as educational or competition-driven initiatives in mechatronics and robotics.
My Interests
- Entrepreneurship
- Robotics
- Mechatronics
- Automation