WS#31 Collaborative Heterogeneous Robots in Extreme Environments

WS#31 Collaborative Heterogeneous Robots in Extreme Environments

Abeje Yenehun Mersha (Saxion University of Applied Sciences), Carlos Rizzo (EURECAT), Julian Cayero Becerra (EURECAT)Room 20

Questions to be answered

How can we leverage the complementarity of heterogeneous robots for effective task execution, resilient navigation, failure recovery, and accurate 3D mapping in extreme environments?

Description

This workshop focuses on advancing the deployment of collaborative heterogeneous robots in extreme environments, addressing challenges like harsh conditions, limited visibility, and unpredictable hazards. By harnessing the complementary strengths of diverse robotic platforms—spanning ground, aerial, and underwater systems—participants will gain insights into advanced strategies for robust task execution, resilient navigation, and failure recovery. A key emphasis will be on utilizing multimodal sensor fusion frameworks from heterogeneous robots to generate accurate and consistent 3D maps of unknown terrains, even under disruptions like non-uniform particles or adverse weather. These maps will serve as critical infrastructure for navigation and task execution. Featuring expert talks and panel discussions, the workshop aims to connect cutting-edge research with real-world applications, advancing collaboration among academia, industry, and policymakers.

Organisation of the WS

The workshop will begin with a Welcome and Introduction (10 minutes), followed by Presentations (40 minutes) on topics such as Future Trends in Heterogeneous Robotic Systems, Designing for Extremes, Collaborative SLAM, and Collaborative Task Planning. A Panel Discussion (20 minutes) will explore the Role of AI in Extreme Robotics, highlighting its contributions to adaptability and resilience in hazardous environments. Both the presentation and the panel discussion will be interactive, engaging the attendees of the workshop. The session will conclude with a Wrap-up (10 minutes), summarizing insights and identifying future directions.

Intended outcome

Workshop on recent developments in technology or applications, Collaborative EU projects

Speakers, Panelists, etc

Mohammad Aldibaja

Julian Cayero Becerra

Matteo Fumagali

Topic Groups and/or Innovation networks involved

Autonomy, Navigation

Projects involved

Further information

Organisers

  • Abeje Yenehun Mersha (Saxion University of Applied Sciences), a.y.mersha@saxion.nl
  • Carlos Rizzo (EURECAT), carlos.rizzo@eurecat.org
  • Julian Cayero Becerra (EURECAT) julian.cayero@eurecat.org
Wed 14:00 - 15:20
Autonomy, Collaborative Robots, Resilience