S. Wagner
Papers
8
Total Citations
78
H-Index
6
About
S. Wagner is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of soft robotics, piezoelectric actuation, and flexible electronics, whose work has significantly advanced the design and control of compact, agile robotic systems. Wagner's most impactful contributions center on piezoelectric soft robots capable of sophisticated locomotion, including inchworm-style crawling, jumping, bidirectional movement, and rotation in constrained environments. By developing coordinated multi-actuator control strategies and scalable simulation frameworks, Wagner has addressed fundamental challenges in modeling the complex statics and dynamics of soft bodies — work that has collectively garnered over 60 citations in just a few years. A standout achievement is the eViper platform, a scalable untethered modular soft robot system that bridges algorithmic complexity with practical hardware implementation. Wagner has also contributed meaningfully to large-area electronics and tactile sensing skins, leveraging thin-film fabrication for intelligent surface applications. The development of lightweight, high-voltage power converters for untethered piezoelectric robots further demonstrates a holistic, systems-level approach to research. Recognized as an editorial voice in flexible sensing, Wagner's body of work makes essential reading for students and researchers pursuing the next generation of soft, adaptive robotic systems.
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- 5eViper: A Scalable Platform for Untethered Modular Soft Robots6 citations · 2023
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- 8Guest Editorial: Special issue on flexible sensors and sensing systems2 citations · 2013