Edwin J. Avila-Mireles
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69
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About
Edwin J. Avila-Mireles investigates the intersection of human motor control and robotic systems, with a primary focus on understanding how the forearm and wrist respond to dynamic perturbations and movement tasks. His work is central to advancing rehabilitation robotics and injury prevention. Using custom-built wrist robots, he has characterized forearm muscle activity during radial-ulnar deviation and flexion-extension movements, providing foundational insights into neuromuscular control in young adults. His most cited study (25 citations) examines muscular and kinematic responses to sudden wrist perturbations during dynamic tracking, directly informing injury mechanisms in daily and occupational settings. Avila-Mireles has also contributed to haptic guidance for upper-limb diagnosis and motor learning, exploring how robotic teaching strategies enhance complex task acquisition. His technical expertise extends to closed-loop force control of pneumatic grippers, bridging robotics and biomechanics. By combining rigorous experimental design with robotic instrumentation, his research offers practical pathways for improving rehabilitation protocols, ergonomic assessments, and human-robot interaction.
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