Special Session | 特别分论坛

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Fluid-powered actuation systems, encompassing hydraulic and pneumatic systems, have unique characteristics that are difficult to realize with other actuator drives. This special session aims to present the latest research on fluid-powered actuation systems, including innovative fluid-driven actuators, valves, piping configuration methods, portable pressure sources, and control methods, as well as system integration. It will also cover research on epoch-making applications of fluid power systems that will revolutionize soft robotics, medical devices, construction, and industrial machinery. This session will bring together experienced researchers and students to explore recent advancements and main challenges of fluid-powered actuation systems. Throughout the session, an open and comprehensive discussion will be provided, bringing together.

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Assoc. Prof. Damiano Padovani
Guangdong Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, China

Damiano Padovani is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering at the Guangdong Technion-Israel Institute of Technology (China) since 2021. He received his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Turin (Italy) and his Ph.D. degree in Engineering with a specialization in Fluid Power from Purdue University (USA). He worked as a post-doctoral researcher at Vanderbilt University (USA), as a faculty at the University of Agder (Norway), and in industry with Parker Hannifin (USA). His research interests are about fluid power and soft robotics mainly focusing on energy efficiency and motion control.