Our research focuses on the intersection of advanced mechanical design, dynamic control, multi-modal perception, and embodied artificial intelligence, particularly for cross-domain unmanned systems operating across air, land, and water environments.

We aim to develop theories and methodologies that enable robotic systems to operate autonomously, adaptively, and safely in complex, dynamically changing, and unstructured scenarios. By integrating physical dynamics modeling with state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms, we explore new bounds of cross-medium transit, robust flight control, multi-modal SLAM, and intelligent task/motion planning.

Have a look at some of our recent research themes described below.


Videos

TJ-FlyingFish II Demonstration @ Shanghai Yangtze River Bridge

TJ-FlyingFish II Autonomous Flight and Aerial-Aquatic Transition @ Weihai, Shandong

TJ-FlyingFish I Demonstration

TJ-FlyingFish I Demonstration


Experimental Facilities & Environment

Our laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art experimental facilities and specialized instruments to support advanced research in aerial-aquatic and marine robotics. Our key experimental environment and specialized equipment include:

  • Multibeam Imaging Sonars
  • Scanning Sonars
  • Ultra-Short Baseline (USBL) Positioning Systems
  • Short Baseline (SBL) Positioning System
  • Doppler Velocity Logs (DVL)
  • Acoustic Communication Modems
  • Underwater GPS
  • Underwater Motion Capture System & Indoor Experimental Tank
  • Outdoor River Testing Site

Experimental Facilities and Environment