Engineering intelligent systems.
Our laboratories give you access to advanced tools for designing and testing robotics, automation, and embedded technologies in environments that mirror real-world challenges. Here, students gain hands-on experience with control systems, researchers develop intelligent solutions for manufacturing and transport, and industry partners collaborate on next-generation automation projects. These spaces are designed to help you move from concept to application quickly and confidently, with expert support and industry-standard resources available at every stage.
Manufacturing and Materials Laboratory
Our upgraded Manufacturing and Materials Laboratory is designed with tools to create, test, and prototype with confidence. The space supports advanced materials testing, machining, and additive manufacturing, enabling rapid iteration and sustainable design. Whether you’re working on aerospace components, biomedical devices, or industrial applications, you can collaborate with experts to explore new materials and production techniques and bring your ideas to life.
Infrastructure Robotics Laboratory
The Infrastructure Robotics Laboratory leads innovation in robotics for the inspection and maintenance of civil structures. This space is designed to reduce risks for workers by enabling remote data collection and maintenance in hazardous environments. Its research strengths include advanced sensor development, data fusion, machine learning, and robotics—bridging fundamental research challenges with real-world industry needs to deliver safer, smarter solutions.
The Intelligent Robotics Laboratory
This laboratory develops robots that work safely alongside humans, supporting them in a wide range of tasks. These systems are designed to understand and respond to human intentions, creating seamless and intuitive collaboration. The goal is to reduce both the mental and physical load on workers while keeping humans firmly in control, with robots providing essential, intelligent assistance.
Human Robot Interaction Laboratory
The Human–Robot Interaction Laboratory is at the forefront of social robotics, advancing research that brings robots beyond industrial environments and into everyday life. This space explores how people engage with robots, with the goal of making robotic systems more intuitive, approachable, and trusted. By bridging the gap between emerging robotics technologies and public acceptance, the lab helps shape solutions that feel natural and safe for human interaction.