AI-enabled Marine Autonomy

This research project represents a comprehensive fusion of mechatronic system design and algorithmic development for marine robotics. Key research areas within this project will entail 1) Implementation of robotic vision algorithms, including object recognition, vision-based navigation and motion planning 2) Fine-tuning of feedback control mechanisms, optimizing navigation and path planning strategies for underwater vehicles 3) Implementation of AI planning algorithms, and enhancing human-robot interaction interfaces.

The objective of this research project is to advance AI and autonomy solutions for underwater mobile sensing networks. More specifically, the undergrad researcher will leverage AI planning algorithms to enhance the capabilities of underwater vehicles, transforming them into versatile sensing and manipulation platforms for a range of outdoor monitoring, inspection, and surveillence tasks.

Name of research group, project, or lab
ROAR Lab
Website
https://sites.nd.edu/roarlab/
Logistics Information:
Project categories
Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Computer Science & Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Student ranks applicable
Sophomore
Junior
Student qualifications
  • Programming skills in Matlab or Python
  • Passion to work with robotic systems
  • Communication skills and willingness to collaborate
Hours per week
1 credit / 3-6 hours
2 credits / 6-12 hours
3 credits / 12+ hours
Compensation
Research for Credit
Number of openings
2
Techniques learned
  • Development and implementation of estimation, planning and feedback control algorithms
  • Experience of working with robotic systems (underwater vheicle, and robotic arm)
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills in academic research. 
Contact Information:
Mentor
Mengxue Hou
mhou@nd.edu
Assistant Professor
Name of project director or principal investigator
Mengxue Hou
Email address of project director or principal investigator
mhou@nd.edu
2 sp. | 0 appl.
Hours per week
1 credit / 3-6 hours (+2)
1 credit / 3-6 hours2 credits / 6-12 hours3 credits / 12+ hours
Project categories
Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (+2)
Aerospace and Mechanical EngineeringComputer Science & EngineeringElectrical Engineering