Title: Complex Robotic Systems: Modeling, Control, and Planning using Dual Quaternion Algebra Summary/Abstract: As a result of more than sixty years of research, there are increasingly more robots working in human environments or alongside humans. With an increasing expectation that robots will actively interact with people and other robots in complex tasks in the homes and factories of...
Abstract: As robots become more integrated into daily life, they are expected to take on increasingly complex tasks in scenarios ranging from homes to industrial workplaces. A key challenge is enabling them to handle objects with the same dexterity and adaptability as humans. In this talk, I will share how my research draws inspiration from human...
Speaker 1: Andrea Yanez Trujillo (School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Leeds) Andrea studied her undergraduate degree in her home country: Ecuador. She is a Mechanical Engineer who finished an MSc in Mechatronics and Robotics at the University of Leeds last year. Now, she has started her PhD in magnetic and sensorised soft vine robotics with the aim...
Abstract In the dynamic field of assistive technology, soft wearable exosuits represent a significant breakthrough, setting them apart from traditional rigid exoskeletons. However, the complexity of mastering soft structures is significant: it involves not just handling the non-linear dynamics of the device but also accurately interpreting the physiological signals that are crucial to the exploit...
Speaker 1: Dr Ben Chong (School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Leeds) Title: Any opportunity is an opportunity Many of us have life stories to tell. I have my own too. From my University days up until now, I can say there have been successes and failures, joy and sadness, satisfaction and disappointment. All these are opportunities – some I worked hard...
Speaker 1: Alex Brown (STORM Lab, University of Leeds) Bio: Alex is a 1st year PhD student in the STORM lab within the University of Leeds, after graduating in the summer of 2024 with an MEng in Mechatronics and Robotics. His current research centres around medical device development for the small bowel, and the growing field of vine robotics. Outside of his research, Alex has been competing in the sport of combat robotics for...
Abstract: Advanced surgical technologies, like digital ORs and robotics, generate vast data for enhancing patient care. However, leveraging this data efficiently during surgery, a complex and time-sensitive process, remains heavily reliant on surgical staff experience. This talk focuses on AI-powered robotic surgery with a specific focus on analysis of intraoperative video data. The goal is...
Robotics at Leeds will be holding a full day workshop on Friday 13th December 2024. This is a chance to engage with members from across the network, and to find out about the exciting work in robotics underway at the University of Leeds and beyond. The day will include a PGR poster competition with lightning...
Abstract: My research spans device-enabled approaches to assist or augment dynamic organs. Broadly, we look at improving structural repair, active assistance and delivery of biological therapy. This seminar will focus on representative implantable devices that we have worked on in each of these three areas, each addressing an identified shortcoming of existing technologies. In terms...
Speaker 1: Joshua Davy (STORM Lab, University of Leeds) Bio: Josh is a PhD student at the University of Leeds in the STORM lab under the supervision of Pietro Valdastri. His research focuses on magnetic continuum robots for surgical applications. He holds a MSc degree in Robotics from the University ofLincoln, a BEng in Robotics from the University of Leeds and a 25 meter duckling award from his local leisure centre....
