Focus and Applications

The Field Robotics Lab focuses on developing resilient robotic systems capable of performing autonomous Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair (IMR) operations in diverse and highly dynamic environments. These technologies have applications across a wide range of industries, including oil and gas, offshore platforms, wind turbines, fisheries, aquaculture, agriculture, manufacturing, and the energy sector.

To realize this vision, the lab targets robust field autonomy for mobile robots operating both on land and underwater. The goal is to reduce operational costs, increase objectivity and productivity, and contribute to the sustainable development of robotic systems for demanding field applications.

Mission and Research Goals

Our mission is to acquire new fundamental knowledge and develop key technologies for fully autonomous robotic systems. We investigate methods for:

• advanced perception
• reliable state estimation
• precise localization and mapping
• agile autonomous navigation and exploration
• robust control

The overall goal is to realize intelligent robotic systems that can operate safely, reliably, and efficiently in complex, real-world scenarios.

Competence and Operations

Our research team combines strong theoretical and practical expertise to develop systems capable of operating in Dull, Dirty, Dangerous, Difficult, and Dear (5Ds of Robotization) environments. These systems are designed to autonomously navigate, explore, map, and perform IMR operations more robustly and for longer durations in unknown and complex terrains.