OCEANS2024 Halifax Conference
The CRIS team had the pleasure of participating in the OCEANS2024 Halifax conference and exhibition (23-26 September). The event brought together over 100 exhibitors and more than 2,000 attendees, creating an exciting atmosphere filled with networking opportunities and inspiring discussions within the OCEANS community. Representing CRIS at the conference were Prof. Daniel Toal and PhD […]
Unlocking the Underwater Code with Dr Edin Omerdic
UL Research News published an article on Edin Omerdic’s research, Unlocking the Underwater Code – Dr Edin Omerdic’s OceanRINGS Software System Developed at UL allows for unrivalled precision control of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) using mixed reality. Dr. Edin Omerdic, Senior Research Fellow at the University of Limerick’s Centre for Robotics and Intelligent Systems (CRIS), […]
CRIS Team Surveys Floating Offshore Wind: Advancing inspection
A CRIS UL developed remote-operated vehicle was successfully tested at Ocean Winds OW WindFloat Atlantic, the world’s first semi- submersible floating offshore wind farm, and the results will help prepare for the challenges of maintaining these structures. Regular inspections and maintenance are vital for offshorewind farms, whether bottom-fixed or floating and currently, these tasks relyheavily on human intervention. […]
UL CRIS Team Shines at MaREI Symposium with Cutting-Edge Robotics Research
The annual MaREI Symposium held in Cork from 20-21 June was a remarkable event this year, and the UL CRIS team was thrilled to be a part of it. Led by Prof. Gerard Dooly and Senior Research Fellow Edin Omerdic, the team showcased the latest advancements in aerial and underwater robotics, highlighting the new projects […]
Research Spotlight published an article on Gerard Dooly’s research
UL Research Spotlight published an article on Gerard Dooly’s research, “On the Borderline – How Associate Professor Gerard Dooly’s drone research at UL will help to protect Irish waters from drug smuggling.” Gerard Dooly, Co-Director of UL’s Centre for Robotics and Intelligent Systems, is leading the Drug Interdiction by Utilising Smart Drones Guard project. Funded […]
EMRA Workshop Showcases Marine Robotics Innovations in Arenzano, Italy
The EMRA Workshop on EU-funded Marine Robotics and Applications (EMRA), a well-established event in the field of marine robotics, took place in Arenzano, Italy, from May 27th to 29th. This year’s edition was hosted by the Institute of Marine Engineering of the Italian National Research Council (INM-CNR). Matheus Santos, our new PostDoc, presented two EU […]
UL Research Week: A Celebration of Innovation and Knowledge
Yet another successful UL Research Week is behind us. Here are some highlights from the events we supported. From insightful presentations to engaging discussions, each moment displayed our commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation. Our activities included: Panel Discussion on Impact of AI in Science and Engineering: Organized by the IEEE UL student branch, this […]
Gerard Dooly Keynote at RAEEUCCI-2024
In recent years, there has been significant advancement in Electrical, Electronics, Communication, Computation, and related technologies, profoundly impacting human lives. The REAAUCCI conference offered a forum to discuss current research contributions and explore avenues for future innovation. By bringing together researchers, engineers, faculty, and students from around the world, the conference aimed to foster collaboration […]
OCEANS Singapore 2024
OCEANS 2024 Singapore took place April 14th to 18th. The conference theme was: “Climate resilience, coastal protection and a sustainable ocean.” The event brought together leading experts, researchers, and professionals in the field of ocean science and technology. Set against the backdrop of Singapore’s vibrant and dynamic atmosphere, the event was an unique platform for […]
TRA2024, transport and mobility
In April 2024, Dublin, Ireland hosted the Transport Research Arena (TRA) from Monday 15th to Thursday 18th under the theme “Transport Transitions: Advancing Sustainable and Inclusive Mobility”. TRA, recognised as Europe’s premier transportation event, encompasses all modes of transport and aspects of mobility. It stands as the continent’s largest forum for research and technology discussions […]
