Prof. S.O. Reza MOHEIMANI
Affiliation: University of Texas at Dallas, TX USA
Website: Website
Mechatronic Systems Lifetime Achievement Award
In recognition of his pioneering contributions to the
control of high-precision mechatronic systems and
their industrial applications, particularly for his seminal
research in high-throughput atomic-precision
lithography, high-speed scanning probe microscopy,
microelectromechanical systems, and smart structures.
Prof. Mark W. SPONG
Affiliation: University of Texas at Dallas, TX USA
Website: Website
Robotics Lifetime Achievement Award
For fundamental contributions to the foundations of control of robots and teleoperators, and for contributions to robotics education through textbooks and development of innovative laboratory experiments.
Dr. Kyoungchul KONG
Affiliation: KAIST and Angel Robotics, South Korea
Website: Website
Mechatronic Systems Outstanding Investigator Award
For his pioneering and groundbreaking research
contributions to the field of wearable robotics and
rehabilitation engineering, particularly in the
development of innovative powered exoskeletons and
assistive devices that enhance mobility for individuals
with physical disabilities by integrating engineering
excellence with user-centered design and his
leadership in translating laboratory innovations into
practical solutions that has significantly impacted the
lives of individuals with mobility impairments
demonstrating both academic rigor and societal impact.
Prof. Magnus Egerstedt
Affiliation: UC Irvine, CA USA
Website: Website
Robotics Outstanding Investigator Award
For leadership in robotics research and education with particular focus on control and coordination of multi-robot systems
Prof. Spasoje Miric
Affiliation: Universität Innsbruck, Austria
Website: Website
Mechatronic Systems Outstanding Young Researcher Award
For groundbreaking contributions to the field of
mechatronic systems, particularly in the development
of novel actuator topologies with embedded control
functionality, advanced power converter modeling,
and wireless power integration.
Prof. Changliu Liu
Affiliation: CMU, PA USA
Website: Website
Robotics Outstanding Young Researcher Award
For significant advancements in intelligent robot control that enables safe and efficient humùan-robot collaborations in manufacturing, logistics and autonomous driving.