Stavros V. Georgakopoulos

Florida International University, Technical University of Crete

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Stavros V. Georgakopoulos is a leading innovator in the fields of origami-inspired antennas, liquid metal electronics, and energy management systems for sustainable vehicles. His work bridges mechanical engineering and electromagnetics, tackling fundamental challenges in reconfigurable antenna design. A standout contribution is the development of "Robotic Antennas Using Liquid Metal Origami" (2024), where he introduced a waterbomb origami ring antenna that integrates 3D-printed liquid metal hinges for precise actuation and reliable electromagnetic performance—solving two critical bottlenecks in deployable antenna technology. This work has already garnered 9 citations, signaling its growing influence in adaptive RF systems. Beyond antennas, Georgakopoulos has advanced automotive energy systems, as seen in his "ROS-Based Energy Management System for a Prototype Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle" (2021, 6 citations), which provides a modular framework for optimizing hybrid powertrain efficiency. His research is notable for its interdisciplinary reach, combining origami mathematics, soft robotics, and power electronics. By pioneering liquid metal origami, Georgakopoulos is enabling a new class of shape-shifting, high-performance antennas for satellites, drones, and 5G/6G communications, making him a key figure in the future of reconfigurable electromagnetic structures.