Lorenzo Maffi

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Lorenzo Maffi is a rising figure in bioinspired robotics, with a focused expertise in underwater locomotion and biomimetic design. His primary research centers on developing novel robotic platforms that emulate the efficient swimming mechanisms of marine animals, particularly rays. Maffi’s major contributions lie in the creation of robots that utilize undulation and flapping propulsion, moving beyond traditional propeller-based systems to achieve more agile and environmentally friendly seabed exploration. His most cited work, "A Bioinspired Cownose Ray Robot for Seabed Exploration" (2023, 18 citations), details the design and experimental validation of a robot that mimics the cownose ray’s distinctive fin motion, demonstrating a practical application of biological principles to engineering. A subsequent paper, "Development of an underwater robot with undulation propulsion" (2023, 4 citations), further refines this approach by focusing on the construction and mechanics of a ray-inspired swimmer. Through these achievements, Maffi is establishing himself as a key contributor to the next generation of underwater vehicles, blending biology and engineering to tackle challenges in marine exploration.