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View article: Ultrasensitive Pressure Measurement Using an Extrinsic Fabry–Pérot Interferometer (EFPI) Sensor
Ultrasensitive Pressure Measurement Using an Extrinsic Fabry–Pérot Interferometer (EFPI) Sensor Open
This paper advances the development of Extrinsic Fabry–Pérot interferometry (EFPI) for high-precision pressure sensing. Presented is an EFPI featuring a diameter of 800 μm with a 7.4 μm diaphragm thickness, demonstrating a resolution of 3.…
View article: Supporting offshore wind growth: Automating data analysis in digital aerial surveys to enhance wildlife protection and survey efficiency
Supporting offshore wind growth: Automating data analysis in digital aerial surveys to enhance wildlife protection and survey efficiency Open
With Europe projected to install 260 GW of new wind power between 2024 and 2030, much of it offshore, efficient Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) are essential. Regulations require 24 monthly aerial digital surveys before development…
View article: Multi-Camera Machine Learning for Salt Marsh Species Classification and Mapping
Multi-Camera Machine Learning for Salt Marsh Species Classification and Mapping Open
Accurate classification of salt marsh vegetation is vital for conservation efforts and environmental monitoring, particularly given the critical role these ecosystems play as carbon sinks. Understanding and quantifying the extent and types…
View article: Real-Time UAV Surveys with the Modular Detection and Targeting System: Balancing Wide-Area Coverage and High-Resolution Precision in Wildlife Monitoring
Real-Time UAV Surveys with the Modular Detection and Targeting System: Balancing Wide-Area Coverage and High-Resolution Precision in Wildlife Monitoring Open
This study presents a real-time, adaptive UAV system designed to enhance ecological surveys by overcoming the trade-off between wide-area coverage and high-resolution data collection. The Modular Detection and Targeting System (MDTS) integ…
View article: LSAF-LSTM-Based Self-Adaptive Multi-Sensor Fusion for Robust UAV State Estimation in Challenging Environments
LSAF-LSTM-Based Self-Adaptive Multi-Sensor Fusion for Robust UAV State Estimation in Challenging Environments Open
Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) state estimation is fundamental across applications like robot navigation, autonomous driving, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR). This research highlights the critical role of robust state estim…
View article: Autonomous Forklifts: State of the Art—Exploring Perception, Scanning Technologies and Functional Systems—A Comprehensive Review
Autonomous Forklifts: State of the Art—Exploring Perception, Scanning Technologies and Functional Systems—A Comprehensive Review Open
This paper presents a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge autonomous forklifts, with a strong emphasis on sensors, object detection and system functionality. It aims to explore how this technology is evolving and where it is likely head…
View article: Multi-Sensor Fusion for Efficient and Robust UAV State Estimation
Multi-Sensor Fusion for Efficient and Robust UAV State Estimation Open
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s) State estimation is fundamental aspect across a wide range of applications, including robot navigation, autonomous driving, virtual reality, and augmented reality (AR). The proposed research emphasizes the …
View article: Segmentation of Drone Collision Hazards in Airborne RADAR Point Clouds Using PointNet
Segmentation of Drone Collision Hazards in Airborne RADAR Point Clouds Using PointNet Open
The integration of drones into shared airspace for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations presents significant challenges but holds transformative potential for sectors like transportation, construction, energy and defence. A prere…
View article: Cooperative Robotic Path Planning for Comprehensive Bridge Inspection with LiDAR Technology: Navigating Unknown Structures
Cooperative Robotic Path Planning for Comprehensive Bridge Inspection with LiDAR Technology: Navigating Unknown Structures Open
This paper presents a new automated workflow designed for 3D reconstruction of previously unsurveyed bridges, developed within the EU-funded RAPID project. A cooperative approach, where Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Un-manned Surface…
View article: AViTRoN: Advanced Vision Track Routing and Navigation for Autonomous Charging of Electric Vehicles
AViTRoN: Advanced Vision Track Routing and Navigation for Autonomous Charging of Electric Vehicles Open
The ascent of electric vehicle (EV) technology as a leading solution for green transportation is accompanied by advancements in charging infrastructure and automation. A notable hindrance is the low level of automation in charging procedur…
View article: Novel Robotic Systems in at Sea Inspection and Repair of Damaged Ship Hulls With Friction Stir Welding
Novel Robotic Systems in at Sea Inspection and Repair of Damaged Ship Hulls With Friction Stir Welding Open
This paper presents a start to finish approach on the inspection and repair of damaged ship hulls in water. The repair of ship hulls in water has been made viable by recent developments in Friction Stir Welding (FSW) of steels. The project…
View article: Cooperative Unmanned Aerial and Surface Vehicles for Extended Coverage in Maritime Environments
Cooperative Unmanned Aerial and Surface Vehicles for Extended Coverage in Maritime Environments Open
Maritime operations, such as ship hull inspections, infrastructure assessments, and rapid response to emergencies, often expose humans to hazardous environments. The deployment of unmanned vehicles offers a potential solution to mitigate r…
View article: Segmentation of Drone Collision Hazards in Airborne RADAR Point Clouds Using PointNet
Segmentation of Drone Collision Hazards in Airborne RADAR Point Clouds Using PointNet Open
The integration of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into shared airspace for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations presents significant challenges but holds transformative potential for sectors like transportation, construction, en…
View article: Real-Time Sense and Detect of Drones Using Deep Learning and Airborne LiDAR
Real-Time Sense and Detect of Drones Using Deep Learning and Airborne LiDAR Open
The safe operation of drone swarms beyond visual line of sight requires multiple safeguards to mitigate the risk of collision between drones flying in close-proximity scenarios. Cooperative navigation and flight coordination strategies tha…
View article: A review of new and existing non-extractive techniques for monitoring marine protected areas
A review of new and existing non-extractive techniques for monitoring marine protected areas Open
Ocean biodiversity loss is being driven by several anthropogenic threats and significant efforts are required to halt losses and promote healthy marine ecosystems. The establishment of a network of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) can help re…
View article: Ship Anti-Grounding with a Maritime Autonomous Surface Ship and Digital Twin of Port of Hamburg
Ship Anti-Grounding with a Maritime Autonomous Surface Ship and Digital Twin of Port of Hamburg Open
We present the virtual demonstration of a novel ship Anti-Grounding Service in a digital twinned use case scenario in the Port of Hamburg. The scenario is generated from real bathymetry survey data collected in the Port. The virtual model …
View article: Intelligent Detection and Filtering of Swarm Noise from Drone Acquired LiDAR Data using PointPillars
Intelligent Detection and Filtering of Swarm Noise from Drone Acquired LiDAR Data using PointPillars Open
We present an approach to removing swarm selfnoise from airborne LiDAR data using the point-based PointPillars deep learning neural network (DNN) which was trained to detect and localize drones. The use of hyperlocalized swarms of survey d…
View article: Embedded Port Infrastructure Inspection using Artificial Intelligence
Embedded Port Infrastructure Inspection using Artificial Intelligence Open
This paper is related to the H2020 RAPID project, focusing on the AI automated monitoring of critical port infrastructure such as concrete structure. An important objective in RAPID was to translate a technical expertise of labelling crack…
View article: CDDQN based efficient path planning for Aerial surveillance in high wind scenarios
CDDQN based efficient path planning for Aerial surveillance in high wind scenarios Open
Robotic surveillance, monitoring, and maintenance problem are open-for-research domains required by the military, industrial facilities, ports, airports, and various indoor and outdoor venues each having different needs. Recent work in pat…
View article: Automated Close-Quarter, High-Resolution Inspection and 3D Reconstruction of Unknown Infrastructure
Automated Close-Quarter, High-Resolution Inspection and 3D Reconstruction of Unknown Infrastructure Open
This paper presents a new automated workflow for 3D reconstruction of unknown infrastructure utilising UAS technology, developed within the EU funded RAPID project. A multistage approach is used to produce highly accurate reconstructions o…
View article: A Practical Comparison of GEO and LEO Satellite Communication Systems for Remote Presence Control of an ROV
A Practical Comparison of GEO and LEO Satellite Communication Systems for Remote Presence Control of an ROV Open
This paper describes an ROV remote presence control exercise conducted over both Geostationary Orbit (GEO) and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Communications links. Its purpose was to investigate and compare the reliability, latency and av…
View article: TRIDENT – Technology based impact assessment tool foR sustaInable, transparent Deep sEa miNing exploraTion and exploitation: A project overview
TRIDENT – Technology based impact assessment tool foR sustaInable, transparent Deep sEa miNing exploraTion and exploitation: A project overview Open
By creating a dependable, transparent, and costeffective system for forecasting and ongoing environmental impact monitoring of exploration and exploitation activities in the deep sea, TRIDENT seeks to contribute to the sustainable exploita…
View article: Dynamic Positioning System for low-cost ROV
Dynamic Positioning System for low-cost ROV Open
This paper examines the use of low-cost sensors and systems for automated underwater navigation and control. A low-cost dynamic positioning system is developed and utilised as critical component for remotely operated vehicle (ROV) tasks su…
View article: Fully Automatic Visual Servoing Control for Underwater Vehicle Manipulator Systems Based on a Heuristic Inverse Kinematics
Fully Automatic Visual Servoing Control for Underwater Vehicle Manipulator Systems Based on a Heuristic Inverse Kinematics Open
The use of underwater vehicle manipulator systems (UVMS) equipped with cameras has gained significant attention due to their capacity to perform underwater tasks autonomously. However, controlling both the manipulator and the remotely oper…
View article: Robotic Ship Hull Inspection For Damage Repair
Robotic Ship Hull Inspection For Damage Repair Open
In this paper, we investigate the methods to be used in the inspection of damaged ship hulls in water at sea, as part of the European Union (EU) Robotic Survey, Repair and Agile Manufacture (RESURGAM) Project. Employing underwater robotics…
View article: Inverse kinematics of a subsea constrained manipulator based on FABRIK-R
Inverse kinematics of a subsea constrained manipulator based on FABRIK-R Open
Although underwater manipulators are considered the most suitable tools for executing many subsea intervention operations, they are an example of robots not designed for autonomous tasks. The subsea manipulator Schilling Titan 2, for insta…
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Cover Image Open
The cover image is based on the Review Article Applications of robotics in floating offshore wind farm operations and maintenance: Literature review and trends by Omer Khalid et al., https://doi.org/10.1002/we.2773.
View article: Applications of robotics in floating offshore wind farm operations and maintenance: Literature review and trends
Applications of robotics in floating offshore wind farm operations and maintenance: Literature review and trends Open
Marine operations required to transfer technicians and equipment represent a significant proportion of the total cost of offshore wind. The profile of sites being considered for floating offshore wind farms (FOWFs), e.g., further from the …
View article: A survey of state-of-the-art on visual SLAM
A survey of state-of-the-art on visual SLAM Open
This paper is an overview to Visual Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (V-SLAM). We discuss the basic definitions in the SLAM and vision system fields and provide a review of the state-of-the-art methods utilized for mobile robot’s visi…