Andres Osorio Salazar

Expertise Robotics, advanced actuator design, soft actuators, sensor design, embedded systems, human-machine interface architecture, electronic-less control, mechanism design, additive and traditional manufacturing, industrial automation, process control, and fluid robotics. Current Work Smart Footwear for Diabetic Foot Care and Ulcer PreventionEvery 20 seconds, a person with diabetes has to face an amputation somewhere in the world. The main risk factor is high plantar pressure combined with foot nephropathy. For this reason, in this project, our main goal is to develop a intelligent shoe that can autonomously redistribute and offload high plantar pressure points in the foot.The project involves the development of two main research topics: miniaturized actuators and plantar pressure sensors. The former is achieved by making use of miniaturized mechanical reductions and electromagnetic actuators, while the former uses advanced piezoresistive materials for plantar pressure feedback in the normal direction, combined with capacitive sensing for the shear direction. Curriculum vitae Polyglot researcher (Spanish, English, Japanese and French), with a PhD Degree in Mechanical Engineering,class 2024. Former R&D Responsible.Former Mexico’s Embassy recommended MEXT scholar for Mechanical Engineering Ph.D. at the Tokyo Institute of Technology. Current research scientist at the Integrated Actuators Laboratory at EPFL.Passion for problem solving with highly creative approach, prominent structure and analysis capabilities. Self-managing, proactive, highly motivated and ultra-fast learner. Professionals experiences R&D Intern Long-duration internship in Air Liquide, Tokyo Innovation Campus, in the Material Science Group. I worked on the design and construction of two test benches: for advanced materials for CO2 capture, and for fuel cell experiments: Mechanical design of frame and support for experiment partsInstrumentation of automation components, valves, boilers, heaters, PLC, sensors, and controllersDesign and construction of pressurized piping and vessels for the simulation of flue gas, the capture of CO2, and gas composition analysisWiring of electric and electronic componentsProgramming of PLC and HMI for experiment automation 2021–2022 Air Liquide JapanRemote Consultant Technical consultant on hypersonic flow measurement rig. Remote training of personnel on self-developed software.Addition of new features and update of the same.Debugging and general maintenance of database and reporting software. 2018–2023 VASESA MexicoR&D Manager Development of new products aimed at improving the testing of pressure-relieving valves.Mechatronic design, FEA mechanical, and FVM simulations.Programming of HMI, front, and back-end.Programming, maintenance, support, and training (including tech support and training in offshore locations) to self-designed software using Labview. Implementation and continuous improvement of quality systems, including ISO 9001:2015, NB VR Stamp, and Mexico's EMA NOM-093-SCFI-1994.Maintenance of databases and auxiliary systems to the company's ERP software: SAP B1.Business reporting for project KPIs by converging data from self-developed maintenance tracking software and SAP B1 databases using Crystal Reports. 2014–2018 VASESA MexicoManufacture Engineer Ensure the adequate operation of CNC machines and products with a high competitive degree, which allows satisfying the company client's needs (both internal and external). Development of manufacturing processes with innovation and continuous improvement focus.Set-up and training for a 9 DOF NC machine.  2013–2014 VASESA Mexico Education Mechanical Engineering | Compensation of Output Non-Linearity in SMA Actuators 2021 – 2024 Tokyo Institute of Technology Directed by Yusuke Sugahara Mechanical Engineering | Robotics 2018 – 2021 Tokyo Institute of Technology Directed by Yusuke Sugahara