Cameron Aubin

Cameron Aubin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Robotics at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering. He leads the Zoetic Robotics Laboratory, which focuses on bio-inspired robotics, materials science, and energy systems. His work emphasizes closing the performance gap between robots and living organisms by integrating multifunctional materials and energy systems into robotic designs.

Research interests include soft robots, microrobots, autonomous materials, and additive manufacturing. The lab explores insect-scale robotics, embodied energy systems, and materials inspired by biological structures like bone microarchitectures. Key projects involve developing combustion actuators, valveless fluid systems, and energy-dense robotic components.

Recent publications (2021–2025) highlight advancements in soft actuators, microscale combustion, and fatigue-resistant materials. The lab’s interdisciplinary approach bridges robotics, materials science, and biomedical engineering. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but ongoing work includes collaborations on 3D-printed medical devices and energy-efficient robotic systems. Advising and grants are not detailed in the provided text, but the lab actively pursues cutting-edge research in autonomous robotics and bio-inspired design.