Papers
5
Total Citations
190
H-Index
5
About
Andy Shaw’s research bridges the gap between planetary exploration and underwater robotics, tackling fundamental challenges in autonomous systems. His work centers on three key areas: electromagnetic communication through seawater, autonomous science for planetary rovers, and uncertainty characterisation in mobile robot localisation. Shaw’s most influential contribution is his 2006 study on electromagnetic wave propagation in seawater (115 citations), which demonstrated that robust wireless communication could enable robotic sub-sea operations without human divers—a critical step toward autonomous underwater vehicles. He also played a pivotal role in advancing Mars exploration, leading the 2009 study on autonomous science for an ExoMars-like rover (47 citations), which addressed the communication delays inherent in planetary missions. His work on cooperative Aerobots and underwater swarms (2008) further showcases his versatility, applying aerial robot localisation techniques to underwater environments. Shaw’s recent research (2018) on uncertainty characterisation using optical surveying instruments (17 citations) provides essential frameworks for improving robotic positioning accuracy. His contributions have shaped both terrestrial and extraterrestrial autonomous systems, making him a notable figure in field robotics and space exploration.
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Top Papers
- 1Experimental Investigations of Electromagnetic Wave Propagation in Seawater115 citations · 2006
- 2Autonomous science for an ExoMars Rover–like mission47 citations · 2009
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- 4Robotic experiments with cooperative Aerobots and underwater swarms6 citations · 2008
- 5Determination of Planetary Meteorology from Aerobot Flight Sensors5 citations · 2002