Jose Silva

Polytechnic Institute of Porto, INESC TEC

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Jose Silva is a robotics researcher focused on autonomous maritime systems, with key contributions in obstacle avoidance and environmental remediation. His work on radar-based multi-target tracking for Autonomous Surface Vehicles (ASVs) addresses a critical safety challenge: enabling vessels to navigate busy harbors and coastal zones by dynamically detecting and avoiding both moving and stationary obstacles. This research, published in 2019, provides foundational algorithms for collision avoidance in real-world marine environments. Silva also led the development of IRIS, an autonomous robotic system for the EU-funded NetTag project, which tackles the pressing issue of lost fishing gear—a major source of marine litter. This 2020 work demonstrates a practical, robotic solution for recovering abandoned nets, directly contributing to ocean clean-up efforts. While his citation counts are currently modest (3 and 2 respectively), his research is highly applied, targeting immediate industry and environmental needs. Silva’s work bridges the gap between autonomous navigation theory and tangible, real-world deployment, making him a notable emerging figure in field robotics and marine conservation technology.