Robotics, Dynamics, and Controls

The domain of Robotics, Dynamics, and Controls research stands as a beacon of interdisciplinary inquiry, seamlessly interweaving principles from mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and mathematics. This field is dedicated to the development of innovative systems capable of adeptly interacting with the physical world, while concurrently deepening our comprehension of the intricacies inherent in complex cyber-physical interactions. Encompassing a wide array of focal points, specific research areas include autonomous vehicles and robots, mechatronics, human-robot interaction, advanced motion control, precision engineering, control of micro-/nano-systems and fabrication, unmanned air vehicle (UAV) technology, space robotics, astrodynamics, smart materials, structural dynamics, acoustics, and adaptive and meta structures.

Researchers employ a diverse range of methodological approaches, spanning experimental and theoretical modalities to state-of-the-art computational techniques and data-driven analyses. Moreover, the integration of machine learning methodologies enhances the field's capacity to effectively address emerging challenges. Faculty members within the department foster robust partnerships not only amongst themselves but also with colleagues from various disciplines across Rutgers, including Biomedical and Healthy Sciences and the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation.

Associated Faculty: Xiaoli Bai, Haim Baruh, Haym Benaroya, Onur Bilgen, William J. Bottega, Laurent Burlion, Kimberly Cook-Chennault, Yuebin Guo, Aaron Mazzeo, Andrew Norris, Annalisa Scacchioli, Jingang Yi, Qingze Zou

Research Clusters

Autonomous Vehicles and Robots

Faculty: Onur Bilgen, Laurent Burlion, Aaron Mazzeo, Jingang Yi,

Mechatronic Systems

Faculty: Jingang Yi, Qingze Zou

Human-robot Interactions

Faculty: Aaron Mazzeo, Jingang Yi, Qingze Zou

Advanced Motion Control

Faculty: Laurent Burlion, Annalisa Scacchioli, Jingang Yi, Qingze Zou

Precision Engineering and Control of Micro/nano Systems

Faculty: Aaron Mazzeo, Jingang Yi, Qingze Zou

Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) Technology

Faculty: Xiaoli Bai, Haim Baruh, Onur Bilgen, Laurent Burlion

Space Robotics

Faculty: Xiaoli Bai, Onur Bilgen, Laurent Burlion

Smart Materials and Adaptive Structures

Faculty: Onur Bilgen, Kimberly Cook-Chennault, Aaron Mazzeo, Jingang Yi, Qingze Zou