Furkan Ayhan

Bilkent University, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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Furkan Ayhan is a pioneering researcher in miniature robotics and microactuation, with a focus on bio-inspired design and acoustic power transmission. His work bridges the gap between origami-inspired mechanical engineering and microscale machine fabrication. Ayhan’s most cited paper, “MinIAQ-II: A miniature foldable quadruped with an improved leg mechanism” (2017, 17 citations), introduces a novel, foldable quadruped robot that leverages origami techniques for compact, lightweight locomotion—a key contribution to deployable robotics. His second major work, “Compound micromachines powered by acoustic streaming” (2019, 7 citations), demonstrates a breakthrough in micro-robotics: using acoustic streaming to wirelessly power and assemble compound machines in a single-step polymerization process. This innovation eliminates the need for complex assembly, enabling scalable production of microdevices for biomedical or environmental applications. Though his citation counts are modest, Ayhan’s work is notable for its creativity and technical elegance, merging art-inspired folding with cutting-edge microengineering. His achievements highlight a talent for simplifying complex robotic systems, making him a rising figure in the field of miniature machines.