Papers
16
Total Citations
271
H-Index
7
About
Mathew Schwartz is a multidisciplinary researcher whose work bridges two remarkably distinct domains: advanced materials science and humanoid robotics. In materials science, Schwartz has made significant contributions to the study of cholesteric liquid crystals, particularly their self-organizing optical properties and real-world applications. His 2018 paper on cholesteric liquid crystal shells as information-rich design materials has garnered 131 citations, establishing him as a key voice in responsive material systems. His subsequent work on Cholesteric Spherical Reflectors as unclonable machine vision markers further demonstrates his ability to translate fundamental optical phenomena into transformative technological applications. In parallel, Schwartz has pursued an equally prolific research agenda in humanoid robotics. He has contributed to the aesthetic and mechanical design of bipedal robots, reinforcement learning-based locomotion control, teleoperation avatar systems, and robot-assisted construction tasks such as autonomous floor tiling. His involvement in the TOCABI humanoid robot project and ANA Avatar XPRIZE competition reflects both the breadth and applied impact of his robotics research. Spanning architecture, robotics, and photonic materials, Schwartz's portfolio — accumulating over 250 citations — reflects a rare capacity for interdisciplinary innovation, making him a compelling figure for students exploring the intersection of design, technology, and engineering.
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Top Papers
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- 3Design of the Humanoid Robot TOCABI21 citations · 2022
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- 5Aesthetic design and development of humanoid legged robot16 citations · 2014
- 6Towards on-site autonomous robotic floor tiling of mosaics9 citations · 2014
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- 8Robotic Control Strategies Applicable to Architectural Design7 citations · 2017
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- 10The Effect of Building Materials on LIDAR Measurements4 citations · 2017