Mauricio Saavedra
Mechanical Engineer (M.S.) – Carnegie Mellon University
Experience
Carnegie Mellon University — Research Assistant
May 2022 - May 2025Publications
"Enabling Skilled Human-Computer Interaction After Paralysis via a Wearable sEMG Interface"
Science Robotics, 2026
Science Robotics, 2026
Currently under review
Projects
Massage Robot
Led mechanical design of physiologically-inspired robotic hands using SolidWorks and 3D printing.
SolidWorks
Robotics
Prosthetic Finger
Bionic finger integrating Myoware EMG sensors and Peltier elements for thermal haptic feedback.
Arduino
Haptics
Steering System Lead
Developed formula-style steering assembly via OptimumKinematics and CNC machining for CMU Racing.
CNC
FEA