Ilias Zournatzis
Co-Founder & CEO at Bendabl- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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Bendabl
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Founder & CEO
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Sep 2022 - Present
As a co-founder and CEO of Bendabl, I have a passion for pushing the boundaries of what is possible with soft robotics. Our team is dedicated to designing and building innovative soft robots that can adapt and perform a wide range of tasks in various industries. I lead the efforts in pursuing a paradigm shift in the field of robotics through both EU-funded research projects and commercial applications. We are always looking for likeminded passionate and creative engineers to join our one of a kind team in Greece. Show less
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TWI Hellas
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Greece
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Apr 2022 - Present
• Providing mechanical engineering services regarding Design for Additive Manufacturing and Soft Robotics fabrication.• Consultation and Coordination in innovation proposals for Horizon Europe funding opportunities.• Concept generation for innovative technical projects that push the limits of technology through applied research.
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Jan 2020 - Apr 2022
• Coordinating and managing technical teams towards the development of innovative Additive Manufacturing solutions.• Researching and developing tools for Additive Manufacturing workflows inside the Circular Economy• Managing the agile development technical teams• Working on part performance simulation workflows for Material Extrusion technologies• Developing parametric CAD models for in-line 3D Modeling and AM fabrication• Applying Decision-Making algorithms in the selection of AM Materials/Processes towards more sustainable value chains• Researching, designing and developing affordable systems for 4D printing• Leading the technical coordination of innovation proposals through public funding programmes.• Working in pursuing and securing Horizon Europe funding opportunities. Show less
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National Technical University of Athens
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Greece
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Research
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Associate
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2018 - Jan 2020
• Implemented the design, manufacturing, and control of a Hybrid Quadruped Robot • Organised and taught Additive Manufacturing and Robotics Classes for Engineering Exchange Students • Explored the use of Additive Manufacturing and Robotics to bridge the gap between theoretical and practical engineering knowledge • Implemented the design, manufacturing, and control of a Hybrid Quadruped Robot • Organised and taught Additive Manufacturing and Robotics Classes for Engineering Exchange Students • Explored the use of Additive Manufacturing and Robotics to bridge the gap between theoretical and practical engineering knowledge
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Education
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Hellenic Mediterranean University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Soft Robotics -
National Technical University of Athens
Master's degree, Mechanical Engineering BSc with Integrated Master's in Manufacturing Engineering -
Doukas School
High School Diploma