Bettina Fasolt
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Bettina Fasolt is a leading researcher in soft robotics and dielectric elastomer actuators, with a focus on developing artificial muscles for next-generation robotic systems. Her key research areas include actuator design, manufacturing processes, and characterization of compliant, high-performance materials. Her most notable contribution is the development of the coreless rolled dielectric elastomer actuator (CORDEA), a groundbreaking concept that eliminates the rigid core typically required in rolled actuators. This innovation, detailed in her highly cited 2021 paper (32 citations), uses a 50 µm silicone film with screen-printed electrodes made of carbon black suspended in polydimethylsiloxane, enabling thin, flexible, and efficient artificial muscles. Fasolt’s work has significantly advanced the field by improving actuator compliance, reducing weight, and enhancing integration into soft robotic structures. Her research has garnered attention for its practical impact, offering scalable manufacturing methods that bridge the gap between lab-scale prototypes and real-world applications. Through her contributions, Fasolt is helping to pave the way for safer, more adaptable robots that can interact seamlessly with humans and delicate environments.
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