Dr. Bruno Adorno
Dr. Bruno Adorno
Robotics
- Mobile manipulation and loco-manipulation
- Legged robots
- Human-Robot Interaction
- Cooperative Manipulation Systems
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/bruno.adorno
Dr. Joaquin Carrasco
Dr Joaquin Carrasco
Absolute Stability and Robotics Applications
- Zames-Falb multipliers
- Convergence certificates for optimization techniques
- Bilateral teleoperation
- VR methods for teleoperation
- Machine learning for teleoperation
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/joaquin.carrasco
Dr. Chao Chen
Dr. Chao Chen
Nonlinear and Robust Control
- Nonlinear Systems Analysis
- Robust Control
- Phase Theory
- Neuromorphic Control
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/chao-chen
Dr. Xiaoxiao Cheng
Dr. Xiaoxiao Cheng
Human Robotics Control
- Human-Robot Interaction
- Modelling and System Identification
- Sensorimotor Augmentation
- Autonomous Navigation
- Nonlinear Control System
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/xiaoxiao-cheng
Prof. Zhengtao Ding
Prof. Zhengtao Ding
Nonlinear Control and Distributed Algorithms
- Analysis for Distrib. Algorithms
- Distributed Optimization
- Network Based Learning
- Multi-Agent Sys. & Formation
- Nonlinear & Adaptive Control
- Apps to Robotics and Energy
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/zhengtao.ding
Prof. Guido Herrmann
Prof. Guido Herrmann
Intelligent Control in Robotics and Mechatronics
- Robotics:
• humanoid arm control
• human-robot interaction in semiautonomous systems (e.g. teleoperation and automotive) - High-precision systems
- Automotive parameter estimation & control
Underpinning Methods in Control Theory
- Robust adaptive estimation and control
- Control of/over networks
- Constrained Control
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/guido.herrmann
Prof. Alexander Lanzon
Prof. Alexander Lanzon
Control Engineering & Robotics
- Robust & nonlinear feedback control
- Robust control – incl. passivity, dissipativity, IQCs
- Nonlinear control – via input-output methods
- Control of negative imaginary systems
- Fundamentals of feedback control theory
- Applications to complex dynamics (e.g. robotics, UAVs, motion systems)
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/alexander.lanzon
Prof. Barry Lennox
Prof. Barry Lennox
Robotic Systems
- Robots for Extreme Environments
• Applications: Nuclear, offshore, mining
• Mediums: Aerial, aquatic and ground - Robotic Systems Integration
- Communications and Localisation
- Sensing and Navigation
- Fault Tolerant Control
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/barry.lennox
Dr. Zhenhong Li
Dr. Zhenhong Li
Human-Robot Interface and Control
- Wearable robotics
- Neuromusculoskeletal modelling
- Brain-computer interface
- Robotic exoskeletons
- Human-robot interaction in rehabilitation/assistive robotics
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/zhenhong-li
Dr. Zhongguo Li
Dr. Zhongguo Li
Distributed Optimisation and Autonomous Systems
- Distributed control
- Learning based control
- Autonomous search
- Control applications
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/zhongguo-li
Dr. Murilo M. Marinho
Dr. Murilo M. Marinho
Robotics: Control, Simulation and Machine Learning
- Robotic manipulators
- Teleoperation and training
- Image-based automation
- Photorealistic simulation
- Surgical, science, space, and nuclear applications
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/murilo-marinho
Dr. Ognjen Marjanovic
Dr. Ognjen Marjanovic
Applied Control
- Control of Power Systems
- Control of Multi-Energy Systems
- Navigation of Mobile Robots
- Multivariate Statistical Process Control
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/ognjen.marjanovic
Dr. Lanlan Su
Dr. Lanlan Su
Robust control
- Passivity and dissipativity-based analysis
- Complex dynamical networks
- SOS and LMI
- Distributed optimisation
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/lanlan-su
Dr. Zhiqi Tang
Dr. Zhiqi Tang
Cooperative estimation and control
Networked multi-agent systems
Nonlinear dynamical systems
- Theoretical advancement & experimental validations
- Applications to Robotics & Transportation systems
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University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/zhiqi-tang
Prof. Simon Watson
Dr. Simon Watson
Robotic Systems
- Robots for Extreme Environments
• Applications: Net Zero Energy Generation (Nuclear, Offshore); Urban Infrastructure (Road, Rail); Subterranean Mines
• Mediums: Aerial, aquatic and ground - Robot Design
- Mechatronic Design
- Robotic System Integration
- Cyber-Physical Systems
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/simon.watson
Dr. Long Zhang
Dr. Long Zhang
Data-Driven Intelligence
- Data-driven methods (Machine learning, System identification)
- Complex systems modelling, control and condition monitoring
- Renewable energy application
- Condition monitoring instrumentation
University Profile: https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/persons/long.zhang
Prof. Guang Li
Prof. Guang Li
Control of Engineering Net Zero Problems
- Control applications in Marine Energy, Offshore Wind
Control methods:
- Model Predictive Control
- Adaptive Optimal Control
Dr. Alessandra Parisio
Dr. Alessandra Parisio
Control Engineering & Power Systems
Control Engineering- Model Predictive Control
- Distributed Optimisation
- Stochastic Constrained Control
Power Systems
- Energy management systems under uncertainty
- Modelling and control of multi-energy networks
- Optimisation and control of distributed flexibility
Dr. Mahdieh Sadabadi
Dr. Mahdieh Sadabadi
Robust control
- Resilient control
- Cyber-physical systems
- Distributed consensus algorithms
- Applications: Microgrids, Power electronics, Modernised power systems, and computational neuroscience.