NSF Funds Regionally Unique Motion Capture Robotics Lab
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Dr. Cappelleri gains valuable instrumentation for his research on micro-aerial robots, which can be controlled precisely in order to fit through small spaces and reach areas that are inaccessible for humans and existing equipment.Principal Investigator (PI) Dr. David Cappelleri, and co-PI’s Dr. Philippos Mordohai, Dr. Antonio Valdevit, and Dr. Mark Blackburn of Stevens Institute of Technology have received a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for a large volume, real-time, high resolution motion capture system to aid in the development of robotics, vision and control technologies that will help find and rescue people during emergencies, explore dangerous and unpredictable areas for military or scientific purposes, map unknown terrain, conduct detailed 3-D surveillance, enhance athletic performance, and help people walk again.According to Dr. Michael Bruno, Dean of the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science, “This major research instrumentation, guided by the talent and vision of our researchers, will accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies into the marketplace while supporting educational initiatives and enhancing the research learning environment at Stevens.”Unique in the region for its focus on robotics and control, the system captures fine details and the most subtle of movements in a large-volume environment.Cappelleri gains valuable instrumentation for his research on micro-aerial robots, which can be controlled precisely in order to fit through small spaces and reach areas that are inaccessible for humans and existing equipment.This information also promises to revolutionize knee and hip arthroplasty by allowing researchers to customize implants for specific patients.Researchers will set up the system in a cutting-edge laboratory in the Altofer building at Stevens.This is accomplished through a broad-based Core Curriculum of applied sciences, engineering sciences, design, management, and the humanities, coupled with a long-standing honor system.Learn more: visit www.stevens.edu/ses/me Contact Information Stevens Institute of Technology Christine del Rosario 201-216-5561 http://research.stevens.edu/index.php/motion-capture-robotics Click here to view the list of recent Press Releases from Stevens Institute of Technology Promote Your Business Press Release Pricing Email this page to a friend