Fares Maimani

University of Southern California

Papers

1

Total Citations

9

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About

Fares Maimani is a pioneering researcher in micro-robotics and micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), with a focus on miniaturized power sources and actuation mechanisms. His most notable contribution is the development of a 7-milligram miniature catalytic-combustion engine, detailed in his 2021 paper, which has garnered 9 citations. This breakthrough addresses a critical challenge in millimeter-scale robotics: achieving high-energy-density, untethered actuation. By harnessing catalytic combustion, Maimani’s engine enables autonomous movement in tiny robots, opening doors for applications in medical devices, environmental monitoring, and search-and-rescue operations. His work stands out for its innovative integration of combustion principles with MEMS fabrication, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in micro-robotic systems. Maimani’s research not only advances fundamental science but also inspires new pathways for creating agile, self-powered micro-machines. For students and researchers, his work exemplifies how creative engineering can overcome scale-related constraints, making him a key figure in the evolution of next-generation robotics.

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Papers
9
Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
A 7-mg miniature catalytic-combustion engine for millimeter-scale robotic actuation
9 citations · 2021
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2021 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 5
🏛 Institutions: University of Southern California

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