Current Work
Exo Control Optimization
I am working on developing a simulation-based approach to optimize exoskeleton controllers. Using neuromechanical simulations in MyoSuite, I'm systematically evaluating whether the widely-used four-parameter ankle exoskeleton controller is optimal or if alternative parameter structures could achieve greater energy reduction.
MyoAssist
I am an active developer of and contributor to MyoAssist, which is an open-source simulation platform that accelerates the development of assistive technologies like prosthetics and exoskeletons by modeling human-device interactions. Built within the MyoSuite framework, it provides researchers with ready-to-use simulation environments combining detailed musculoskeletal models with assistive devices, along with machine learning tools for developing advanced control strategies.
Previous Work
Wearable Robotic Shoes
I helped develop wearable robotic shoes for gait rehabilitation. I designed and prototyped custom pneumatic air pockets that can adjust the stiffness of the shoe sole during walking, allowing patients to experience gait perturbations in natural environments rather than being confined to laboratory settings. The system uses flexible components and embedded sensors to maintain a lightweight, portable design.
Steep Slopes and Footwear Bending Stiffness
I investigated whether carbon-plated running shoes provide biomechanical advantages during extreme uphill walking. I designed and carried out the full study, analyzing joint kinematics across three footwear types (minimalist, standard, and carbon-plated) on inclines up to 30°. Prior to the study, I helped build a custom steep-incline treadmill system capable of adjusting from 5-40° for testing at these extreme slopes.
Papers & Presentations
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Conference Presentations
American Society of Biomechanics
August 2025, Pittsburgh, PA
Rehabweek - ICORR
May 2025, Chicago, IL
American Society of Biomechanics
August 2024, Madison, WI