Dara Bayat

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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Dara Bayat is a researcher specializing in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), with a focused expertise in the design and microfabrication of precision optical components for advanced engineering applications. His most notable work centers on the development of large, hybrid high-precision MEMS mirror systems, combining electrostatic and electromagnetic actuation mechanisms to achieve exceptional control in beam steering and positioning tasks. Bayat's key contributions include the design and fabrication of tip-tilt, two-degree-of-freedom mirror systems constructed from Silicon On Insulator (SOI) wafers, featuring movable mirrors with diameters of up to 10 mm. These systems were engineered specifically for demanding space applications, including inter-satellite optical communication and precise beam tracking — fields where accuracy and reliability are critical. His work demonstrates a sophisticated integration of multiple actuation principles to overcome the limitations of conventional single-actuation MEMS devices. While his published papers currently reflect an early-career citation profile, with works from 2010 and 2011 each accumulating 2 citations, Bayat's research addresses highly specialized and technically challenging problems at the intersection of photonics, space technology, and microfabrication. His thesis and associated publications provide a valuable foundational reference for researchers pursuing next-generation MEMS-based optical systems for aerospace and precision instrumentation.