Morten Amundsen
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About
Morten Amundsen is a researcher specializing in the control and design of advanced underwater robotic systems, with a particular focus on underwater vehicle-manipulator systems (UVMS) and underwater swimming manipulators (USMs). His work addresses the fundamental challenge of controlling free-floating robotic arms, where traditional fixed-base assumptions fail due to the absence of a stationary platform. In his 2018 paper on inverse kinematic control using the generalized Jacobian matrix, Amundsen introduced a method to coordinate manipulator motion without requiring thruster actuation for station-keeping, a critical contribution for autonomous underwater intervention tasks. His 2017 research on USMs further advanced the field by combining the snake-like flexibility of biologically inspired robots with thruster-based propulsion, while compensating for reaction forces and hydrostatic effects. Though his citation counts are still growing—reflecting the emerging nature of this niche—his work is foundational for future inspection, maintenance, and repair operations in subsea environments. Amundsen’s contributions are particularly relevant for students and researchers interested in marine robotics, nonlinear control, and bio-inspired design, offering practical solutions for real-world underwater autonomy.
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