Ongoing Projects

This project explores the application of large-scale MDO methods, developed for air vehicles, to the design of ocean vehicles. The results will contribute to the advancement of cost-effective, high-performance maritime systems and inform future ship design methodologies.

As part of the SafeUAS initiative led by Prius Intelli, our group is engaged in developing mechanisms that enable Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to safely disassemble in flight under controlled, commanded conditions. The overarching goal is to ensure that disassembled components descend safely and meet the safety thresholds required for UAS operations over people in the National Airspace System (NAS).