Adeline Petit

École Nationale Supérieure d'Ingénieurs de Caen

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Dr. Adeline Petit is a leading innovator in the fields of soft robotics and wearable electronics, with a primary focus on developing advanced, highly compliant mechanical sensors. Her most-cited work, "The Development of Highly Flexible Stretch Sensors for a Robotic Hand" (2018), has garnered 48 citations and stands as a cornerstone contribution to the field. In this seminal paper, Dr. Petit pioneered the use of carbon nanotubes as a piezoresistive sensing medium, addressing the critical demand for stretchable, durable sensors that can seamlessly integrate into robotic systems and wearable devices. Her research has significantly advanced the practical application of carbon-based materials, enabling more natural and responsive human-machine interfaces. By solving key challenges in sensor flexibility and sensitivity, Dr. Petit’s work has laid essential groundwork for next-generation prosthetics, soft grippers, and health-monitoring wearables. Her achievements highlight a rare ability to bridge fundamental materials science with tangible engineering solutions, making her a vital voice in the ongoing evolution of intelligent, compliant robotic systems.