Caterina Muntaner Gonzalez

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Caterina Muntaner Gonzalez is a leading researcher in underwater robotics and acoustic communications, with a focused expertise in robust image transmission for marine autonomous systems. Her most-cited work, "Towards Underwater Robust Image Transmission Using Acoustic Communications" (2023), introduces a pioneering method for broadcasting pre-compressed images of reference hot-spots between marine robots via acoustic links. This approach addresses critical challenges in underwater environments, such as acoustic multi-scattering and limited bandwidth, ensuring reliable data exchange even in challenging, high-scattering zones. By maintaining sufficient image resolution for operational tasks, her work directly enhances the capabilities of collaborative marine robots in surveillance, environmental monitoring, and search-and-rescue missions. With 3 citations to date, this paper is gaining recognition for its practical impact on real-world underwater communication systems. Muntaner Gonzalez’s contributions are vital to advancing autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) networks, bridging the gap between theoretical acoustic models and deployable, robust solutions. Her research continues to shape the future of underwater robotics, making her a key figure in the field.