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  • EPSRC funded PhD Open

    EPSRC funded PhD Open

    Application Deadline: https://le.ac.uk/study/research-degrees/funded-opportunities/epsrc-dla Project title: Embodied Intelligence for Trustworthy Robotic Autonomy in Unconstructed Environments Background: This PhD project addresses the challenge of achieving trustworthy robotic autonomy in dynamic, unstructured environments—such as hazardous manufacturing facilities, orbital and planetary space robotic operations, or deep-sea installations. While today’s robots can perform impressive tasks, they often lack the safety,…

  • The Conversation – How AI can help you make a computer game without knowing anything about coding

    The Conversation – How AI can help you make a computer game without knowing anything about coding

    I published an article discussing how AI is completely reshaping coding—even kids can code now. View the article: https://theconversation.com/how-ai-can-help-you-make-a-computer-game-without-knowing-anything-about-coding-240584

  • UK in Space Festival 2024

    UK in Space Festival 2024

    News URL originated: https://le.ac.uk/news/2024/september/space-festival The technology behind self-driving cars is playing a key role in future space missions, according to a team of scientists who have been demonstrating the importance of AI and robotics in space exploration. The University of Leicester’s DriverLeics Team from the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences proudly represented the institution at the…

  • The Conversation – AI could be the breakthrough that allows humanoid robots to jump from science fiction to reality

    The Conversation – AI could be the breakthrough that allows humanoid robots to jump from science fiction to reality

    I published an article discussing the current and near-future development of humanoids. Read this article at: https://theconversation.com/ai-could-be-the-breakthrough-that-allows-humanoid-robots-to-jump-from-science-fiction-to-reality-236281

  • AI and robotics scientists spark inspiration at major school STEM fair

    AI and robotics scientists spark inspiration at major school STEM fair

    We had the opportunity to walk through an exciting future of robots and artificial intelligence as we attended the largest school-based STEM Fair, Bright Sparks, at Leicester Grammar School with Team DriverLeics and their robot dog. Leicester Grammar School hosted the Bright Sparks STEM Fair 2024 on 15 June, recognized as the largest school-based STEM…

  • We have a funded Robotics and AI PhD post!

    We have a funded Robotics and AI PhD post!

    Find the details on: https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/imitation-learning-for-robotic-manufacturing-transformation/?p159322 About the Project GTA funded PhD studentship in Computing Highlights Project Robotic technology plays a pivotal role in the UK’s digital strategy, enhancing the digital and data roadmap for the transition from traditional manufacturing. This shift aims to boost the sector’s competitiveness, sustainability, and innovation. Despite advances, experienced engineers remain…

  • Dr Hao is giving a talk for PINT OF SCIENCE FESTIVAL14 May 2024 

    Dr Hao is giving a talk for PINT OF SCIENCE FESTIVAL14 May 2024 

    Get your ticket here: https://pintofscience.co.uk/event/look-into-my-AIs How AI powered robots will change our life in the next 5 years. Dr. Daniel Hao (Lecturer in AI and Robotics) In the next five years, robots that think and learn like us are going to change the way we live in some pretty exciting ways. Imagine having a robot…

  • Our work on UKSA PLATOR Project Published

    Our work on UKSA PLATOR Project Published

    This joint work between University of Surrey and University of Leicester has been presented on the International Symposium on Space Flight Dynamics (ISSFD)at ESOC Darmstadt. The paper title: Trajectory Design and Navigation Analysis of a PLAsma TOrch Rocket Propelled Space Tug PLATOR is a new electrothermal thruster for space logistics applications, developed by the University…

  • CDT in DigitalMetal (£18m) Funded! We are part of it!

    CDT in DigitalMetal (£18m) Funded! We are part of it!

    A new training centre at the University of Leicester aims to boost the metals industry with the skills in data and artificial intelligence to take on the global competition of the future. Dr Hao is the Co-I of this CDT. The new £18 million Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Digital Transformation of Metals Industry…

  • 2024 DriverLeics Cohort!

    2024 DriverLeics Cohort!

    Today, we had the first official kick-off meeting for the 2024 DriverLeics cohort! Looking forward to seeing the student team create some big buzz in 2024!