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Professor Peter Adamczyk is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, leading the UW Biomechatronics, Assistive Devices, Gait Engineering and Rehabilitation (BADGER) Lab. His research focuses on enhancing mobility for individuals with orthopedic or neurological injuries through advanced robotic devices, wearable sensors, and rehabilitation robotics. He holds academic affiliations with Biomedical Engineering and Electrical & Computer Engineering within the College of Engineering.
Education: PhD (2008), MS (2003) from the University of Michigan; BS (2002) from Case Western Reserve University.
Research emphasizes biomechanics of walking/running, prosthetic foot design, wearable sensor systems, and rehabilitation robotics. Key achievements include development of semi-active foot prostheses and real-time gait analysis tools. Over 20 awards highlight his contributions to biomechanics, teaching, and interdisciplinary innovation.
Recent work explores wearable tendon tensiometry, variable-stiffness prosthetic ankles, and exoskeleton usability in construction. His lab integrates robotics, biomechanics, and clinical applications to address mobility challenges in aging populations and injured individuals. Courses taught span robotics, mechatronics, and interdisciplinary design projects.
- Awards: 2022 Mead Witter Professorship, 2018 Harvey Spangler Award, 2005 U.S. Department of Energy Fellowship
- Lab Activities: BADGER Lab develops assistive devices, sensor systems, and gait rehabilitation technologies
- Collaborations: Cross-disciplinary work with biomedical engineers, clinicians, and industry partners
