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Jake J. Abbott is a Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Adjunct Professor in School of Computing at the University of Utah, where he leads the Magnetic & Medical Robotics Lab. His work integrates magnetic technologies in robotics for applications spanning space debris remediation, minimally invasive surgery, and haptic interfaces.
- PhD, Johns Hopkins University
- MS, University of Utah
- BS, Utah State University
- Postdoctoral Research, ETH Zurich
His research interests focus on magnetic actuation, contact-free manipulation, medical robotics, and haptics. He has developed novel systems for subretinal injections, soft endoluminal robots, and tractor beam-like magnetic attraction, with applications in space debris control, cochlear implantation, and structured ceramics.
His recent grants include projects funded by NIH, National Science Foundation, and Intuitive Surgical, addressing challenges in magnetic microrobotics and energy-efficient actuation. The 15 most recent articles highlight advancements in eddy current manipulation, soft robotics, and vibrotactile display, with corresponding patents for magnetically steerable soft robots.
Scientific awards include recognition from IEEE, Hamlyn Symposium, and University of Utah, spanning best paper, outstanding reviewer, and best poster categories. His teaching portfolio includes graduate-level courses in dynamic systems and control theory, advising MSc and PhD dissertations.
