Research

Road safety in Corpus Christi City using digital twins and AI techniques - integrating traffic data, incident mapping, road dynamics, and weather conditions to capture spatial-temporal risks and develop safety intervention. (Funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation.  Collaborator: Texas A&M University at College Station)

Design and implementation of a comprehensive sizing and analysis tool utilizing AI aided hand measurements and anthropometric Data. (Funded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Collaborators: Iowa State University, University of Minnesota, and U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) 

Personal protective equipment (PPE) 3-dimensional fitting and performance assessment, first responder technology research, big data in PPE for diverse workforces and individuals. (Supported by contracts from U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health).

(Police image: 3d model swat policeman rigged (turbosquid.com) 

The Hispanic Children Anthropometry Study is part of a larger study, YouthShape.US, a national survey of child and youth body size and shape to support the development of nationally representative standards and addresses disparities in pediatric health research and product. (In collaboration with Dr. Jangwoon Park, Supported by contracts from Meta Platforms Technologies, LLC. through the University of Michigan). 

Human-equipment interface evaluation, emerging technology research and evaluation, emergency readiness research, and safe automation and human-system interface for manufacturing, energy, construction, transportation, healthcare, agriculture, and other industries. 

Sensorimotor control for workplace and equipment safety, patient rehab assessment, and engineering control evaluation for safety and usability. 

(In collaboration with Dr. Jangwoon Park; https://sites.google.com/view/tamuccjangwoon )

Exploring challenges and best practices in hybrid robotics with the aim of improving inclusiveness, trustworthiness, safety awareness, and reducing worker stress in the human-robot collaboration settings, including manufacturing, construction, warehousing, healthcare, and other applications. 

Development of modular autonomous systems for human-centered ecosystems and safety applications, such as underwater trash collection, humanitarian demining, and protection zone delimitation over sensitive physical spaces. 

(In collaboration with Dr. Jose Baca; https://sites.google.com/site/bacajose/)