The National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation awarded a $350,000 Project Grant under the Engineering program (CFDA 47.041) to the Regents of the University of Minnesota, Office of Sponsored Projects Administration. This 3-year grant will fund fundamental research on the remote and contactless actuation of objects using acoustic waves and engineered metasurface structures. The technical objective is to develop bidirectional models that map desired object dynamics to specific metasurface patterns, enabling precise control of the wave-induced radiation pressure to remotely move, steer, and manipulate objects. The research will integrate technical investigations with educational activities, including hands-on demonstrations, to broaden participation in science and engineering at the intersection of metamaterials and robotics.
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