Onur Özcan

Onur Özcan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Bilkent University, where he leads the Miniature Robotics Lab. His research focuses on bio-inspired miniature ambulatory robots, addressing challenges in cost-effective manufacturing, size reduction, and performance optimization of robotic systems. He employs interdisciplinary approaches combining mechanical engineering, materials science, and control theory.

Education:

• Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University (2012)
• M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University (2010)
• B.S., Mechatronics Engineering, Sabancı University (2007)

Research spans bio-inspired robotics, microfabrication techniques, and terrestrial robot design. His work explores scaling laws for novel mechanisms and sensor integration in miniature systems. Publications reflect applications in defense and industrial automation. No awards or grants are documented.

He directs the Miniature Robotics Lab, emphasizing experimental prototyping and collaboration.