Renata Smith

Renata Smith is a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in DFX at Microsoft, where they have been since 2022. They bring extensive experience in mechanical and mechatronics engineering, with a strong background in assistive robotics, industrial automation, and consumer electronics. Previously, Renata held positions at L2F Inc. and Ekso Bionics, contributing to innovative projects in exoskeleton design and FDA device clearance. Renata earned a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Robotics from Johns Hopkins University, where they also completed their Bachelor’s degree.