Open PhD positions in Robotics in Italian Institute of Technology, Italy
Note: only the students with pre-required experience should apply. So read in details the requirements of projects and match your expertise and then apply
The Department of Advanced Robotics ( http://www.iit.it/en/advanced-robotics.html ) at the Italian Institute of Technology IIT (an English language Institute) placed in Genoa, is seeking to appoint several well-motivated PhD students who will be involved in the *HyQ project* that aims to develop *versatile all-terrain legged robots*. The positions are fully funded, start in January 2013 and typically lasts 3 years.
The Hydraulic Quadruped HyQ is a unique research platform. It is a fully torque controlled hydraulic/electric quadruped robot equipped with inertial measurement units, laser range finders and stereo cameras. HyQ is able to perform highly dynamic motions like jumping and running, as well as careful navigation over rough terrain.
http://www.iit.it/en/advanced-robotics/hyq.html
The following research topics are available:
1) *Control and planning of autonomous dynamic legged robot locomotion*
Possible research topics include but are not limited to: Control of floating base articulated robots, kino-dynamic planning, probabilistic planning & control, force & impedance control, learning and adaptive control of legged robots, dynamic terrain and obstacle perception and modeling, path planning.
For more information contact Dr. Ioannis Havoutis: ioannis.havoutis@iit.it
2) *Perception and mapping on a quadruped robot*
Possible research topics will include methods to optimally acquire and fuse information from the robot sensors, to build a simple but accurate map of its surroundings, and to produce meaningful task specifications. The perception process will be tightly coupled with the control and planning subsystems of highly dynamic motion tasks.
For more information contact Dr. Stephane Bazeille: stephane.bazeille@iit.it
3) *Design and control of manipulator arms for a quadruped robot*
This topic includes the development of a pair of hydraulically actuated manipulator arms to be mounted onto the HyQ robot. The arms will be used for picking up and manipulating objects, opening doors, moving obstacles and providing additional support to assist moving over very difficult terrain. Concurrently, the candidate will work on control and manipulation aspects related to the arms and the full robot.
For more information contact Dr. Claudio Semini: claudio.semini@iit.it
The ideal candidates have an excellent background in Robotics, Motion Planning, Control Engineering, Dynamical Systems or similar fields. Excellent programming skills are a prerequisite for topic 1 and 2. Excellent mechanical design skills are a prerequisite for topic 3. It is furthermore desired that the student has a practical flair and a desire to do experimental work. The work will require elements of theoretical work, software implementation and field tests. The ability to collaborate across and beyond disciplines is a key to success in this research program. Furthermore, the candidates should be goal-oriented and know how to work independently as well as in a team.
Applications should include their CV, a cover letter, BSc and MSc transcripts and at least two reference letters. All material has to be sent to the contact person of the selected topic, including the tag [PHD2013] in the email's subject line.
The Hydraulic Quadruped HyQ is a unique research platform. It is a fully torque controlled hydraulic/electric quadruped robot equipped with inertial measurement units, laser range finders and stereo cameras. HyQ is able to perform highly dynamic motions like jumping and running, as well as careful navigation over rough terrain.
http://www.iit.it/en/advanced-
The following research topics are available:
1) *Control and planning of autonomous dynamic legged robot locomotion*
Possible research topics include but are not limited to: Control of floating base articulated robots, kino-dynamic planning, probabilistic planning & control, force & impedance control, learning and adaptive control of legged robots, dynamic terrain and obstacle perception and modeling, path planning.
For more information contact Dr. Ioannis Havoutis: ioannis.havoutis@iit.it
2) *Perception and mapping on a quadruped robot*
Possible research topics will include methods to optimally acquire and fuse information from the robot sensors, to build a simple but accurate map of its surroundings, and to produce meaningful task specifications. The perception process will be tightly coupled with the control and planning subsystems of highly dynamic motion tasks.
For more information contact Dr. Stephane Bazeille: stephane.bazeille@iit.it
3) *Design and control of manipulator arms for a quadruped robot*
This topic includes the development of a pair of hydraulically actuated manipulator arms to be mounted onto the HyQ robot. The arms will be used for picking up and manipulating objects, opening doors, moving obstacles and providing additional support to assist moving over very difficult terrain. Concurrently, the candidate will work on control and manipulation aspects related to the arms and the full robot.
For more information contact Dr. Claudio Semini: claudio.semini@iit.it
The ideal candidates have an excellent background in Robotics, Motion Planning, Control Engineering, Dynamical Systems or similar fields. Excellent programming skills are a prerequisite for topic 1 and 2. Excellent mechanical design skills are a prerequisite for topic 3. It is furthermore desired that the student has a practical flair and a desire to do experimental work. The work will require elements of theoretical work, software implementation and field tests. The ability to collaborate across and beyond disciplines is a key to success in this research program. Furthermore, the candidates should be goal-oriented and know how to work independently as well as in a team.
Applications should include their CV, a cover letter, BSc and MSc transcripts and at least two reference letters. All material has to be sent to the contact person of the selected topic, including the tag [PHD2013] in the email's subject line.
With BR
Waqar
waqarbaig85@gmail.com
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