معرفی
Tom Verstraten is a Professor of Applied Mechanics at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, affiliated with the Federated labs AI and Robotics. His research focuses on robotic actuators, exoskeletons, and prosthetics, emphasizing human-centric applications in rehabilitation and industrial work. He has held visiting researcher positions at TU Darmstadt (2017) and the University of Tulsa (2018–2019).
Research Interests: Dr. Verstraten’s work spans robotics actuation, musculoskeletal simulations, and wearable devices. His team develops exoskeletons for industrial workers and rehabilitation systems, with projects like the SPINOFF 2025 and Brubotics initiatives. His research integrates multi-modal sensing frameworks (e.g., PhysioSense) to enhance human-robot interaction and ergonomic design.
Awards & Recognition:
- 1st place in ASTM Exo Games 2023 (Design Competition)
- 2nd place in ASTM Exo Games 2023 (Main Competition)
- Finalist in Kuka Innovation Award 2022
Grants & Projects:
- BRGSOIB7: Exoskeletons for industrial workers
- IOF3037: Brubotics – Sustainability-focused robotics
- FWOSB176: AI-driven wearable robotics for healthcare
Labs & Collaborations: He contributes to the AugmentX lab and collaborates internationally on biomechanical robotics, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to healthcare and industrial automation.
