Chad G. Rose

Chad G. Rose is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Auburn University's College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. from Rice University and a B.S. from Auburn University. His research focuses on robotics, particularly in human-robot interaction, rehabilitation robotics, and wearable devices. He actively collaborates on projects like robotic rehabilitation systems and virtual reality empathy training for healthcare professionals. Dr. Rose has received internal research funding from Auburn University and contributes to multidisciplinary initiatives with Toyota and European institutions.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Rice University
  • M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Rice University
  • B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University

His research interests emphasize robotic rehabilitation, including exoskeleton design for functional tasks and neuromechanical modeling of injuries. He also explores virtual reality applications to enhance empathy in medical training and collaborative assembly frameworks for industrial robotics. His work bridges biomechanics, control systems, and human-centered design.

Recent publications span topics like soft hand exoskeleton control, human-robot collaborative assembly, and predictive haptic feedback for autonomous systems. His research has been highlighted in interdisciplinary collaborations and competitions like the NASA Robotic Mining Challenge.

• Awards:
  • Recipient of Auburn University's internal research funding (2023)

Dr. Rose advises projects in robotic systems development and has contributed to Auburn's Robotic Mining Team. His lab focuses on wearable robotics, sensorimotor interfaces, and human-centered automation. He collaborates with industry partners like Toyota and international institutions to advance safety and accessibility in robotics.