KAS Lab | RIT

At KAS Lab, we advance the science of embodied AI and are committed to developing the "brain of the bot": pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence and autonomous systems.

Our research drives innovation in cutting-edge applications, including:

Autonomous robot systems: developing scientific principles for autonomous robot systems, integrating artificial intelligence and robotics to enhance the security, safety, and efficiency of these systems
Applied ocean science: innovating new methods in machine learning and marine robotics for autonomous data collection at sea
Quantum engineering: advancing fundamental knowledge in quantum technologies to achieve supremacy in sensing and computing

A beautiful cabin surrounded by water and green trees.

Yellow autonomous surface boat with a red flag floating on water alongside two blue underwater vehicles

A multi-panel diagram illustrating the difference between Nominal and Robust Control Barrier Functions (CBF) for a robot navigating among dynamic agents, highlighting a collision scenario in the nominal case

Diagram of a control system with a plant, controller, and public channels. State Xk and control Uk are transmitted over public channels, with an eavesdropper intercepting both.

A small remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV) floating near the surface of a clear, greenish lake, tethered by a yellow cable, with a forested shoreline in the background.

Our work lies at the intersection of machine learning, robotics, control, and signal processing. We design algorithms that are mathematically rigorous, physically intuitive, and practically implementable, ensuring they address real-world challenges effectively. This approach is grounded in a deep analysis of each problem, the nature of the data, specific application constraints, and the quantification of uncertainty.

We deploy these algorithms across diverse research platforms to assess their real-world performance and continuously seek innovative opportunities to develop novel designs.

The KAS Lab fosters a dynamic and collaborative research environment, providing students with valuable experience in theoretical and practical aspects of cutting-edge technologies. Interdisciplinary education and outreach further prepare students to excel in an ever-evolving technological landscape.

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