Kimberly Oakes

Kimberly Oakes is a Lecturer in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Systems Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). Her research focuses on robotic manipulator control for large load manipulation in space applications and human-robot interaction. She holds a dual BS in Electrical Engineering and Physics from Clarkson University (2016) and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from RPI (2022).

• Education:
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Clarkson University, USA
• Bachelor of Science in Physics, Clarkson University, USA
• Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA

Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as Robotics I, Intro to Robot Programming, and Signals and Systems, reflecting her expertise in both theoretical and applied engineering domains. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending robotics, control systems, and human factors in her instruction.

No specific labs or collaborative teams are mentioned in the provided information. Her current courses for 2024-2025 include Robotics I (Fall 2024) and Intro to Robot Programming (Spring 2025).