AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS AND INTELLIGENT MACHINES LABORATORY
Under the direction of Professor Azim Eskandarian, the ASIM researches controlling multiple
robotic and vehicle systems to operate autonomously or semi-autonomously. Research uses
intelligence created by sensors, sensor fusion, connectivity through communications, and
advanced controls, and learning algorithms. The lab also learns from biological systems and
human brain functions through signal processing to mimic intelligent motor control and understand cognitive behavior for human task control. A current application focus is on using these
methods for advanced driver assistance systems.
ADVANCED PROPULSION AND POWER LABORATORY
Under the direction of Professor Srinath Ekkad and Professor Todd
Lowe (Aerospace and Ocean Engineering), the APPL is a state-of-theart facility dedicated to the study of jet propulsion, gas turbine engines, and other propulsion systems. Research focuses on analysis,
design and diagnostics. The facility houses a number of test cells to
accommodate a variety of engines and components; and incorporates
laser research and calibration equipment and a workshop.