Fulvia Del Duca
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About
Fulvia Del Duca is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of soft robotics, flexible electronics, and human-robot interaction. Her work focuses on developing novel materials and control strategies for safe, adaptive robotic systems that can seamlessly interface with the human body. One of her major contributions is the invention of origami-inspired stretchable electrodes, created through a combination of Parylene deposition and 3D printing. This innovation enables thin-film electronic devices to maintain conductivity under significant mechanical deformation, a critical requirement for applications in implantable devices, soft robotics, and wearable sensors. Her 2023 paper on this topic has already garnered 14 citations, reflecting its immediate impact. In parallel, Del Duca has advanced the field of physical human-robot interaction (pHRI) by introducing the concept of “energetic passivity decoding” for the human hip joint. Her 2020 work, cited 13 times, uses the principle of “excess of passivity” to create passivity signature maps, allowing robots to anticipate and safely respond to human limb dynamics. This foundational research is paving the way for more intuitive, energy-aware exoskeletons and assistive devices, positioning Del Duca as a rising leader in human-centered robotics.
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