Papers
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Total Citations
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About
Orion Ramos is a rising leader in soft robotics, with a focused mission to make assistive and prosthetic technology more accessible and functional. His research centers on the design and evaluation of soft actuators and compliant mechanisms for rehabilitation exoskeletons and prosthetic hands. Ramos’s major contributions include the development of the PrHand, an affordable, underactuated soft-robotic prosthetic hand. Through a series of papers, he has systematically assessed its functionality, from comparing textile versus silicone actuators for hand exoskeletons (20 citations) to introducing novel compliant joints that improve grip and durability in later versions like the PrHand V3. His work bridges critical gaps by providing low-cost, mechanically robust solutions for developing countries, where access to advanced prosthetics is limited. With over 40 total citations across his most-cited works, Ramos’s research is gaining traction for its practical impact. Notably, his 2022 study on soft actuator assessment and the functional evaluation of the PrHand have become foundational references in the field, showcasing his ability to translate complex biomechanical principles into tangible, life-changing devices.
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