Didier Theilliol

Centre de Recherche en Automatique de Nancy

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Didier Theilliol is a leading researcher in the fields of fault-tolerant control, diagnosis, and autonomous systems, with a particular focus on the safe operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). His work bridges the gap between theoretical control engineering and real-world cyber-physical systems (CPS), addressing critical challenges in reliability and safety. A major contribution is his leadership in the AETOURNOS project, which developed simulation and platform tools for the autonomous formation flying (flocking) of UAVs, integrating robotics and wireless sensor networks to ensure coordinated, safe operations. This work, cited 10 times, exemplifies his drive to create robust, application-driven solutions. Additionally, Theilliol has advanced diagnostic techniques for AGVs, designing virtual sensors that estimate longitudinal forces and torques from standard measurements like acceleration and yaw rate, enhancing vehicle safety without additional hardware. His research is pivotal for the next generation of autonomous systems, where fault tolerance is essential. With a career spanning decades, Theilliol has co-authored numerous influential papers and is recognized for his contributions to the European control community, making him a key figure in the development of dependable, autonomous robotic systems.