Fadilah Ab Azis

Technical University of Malaysia Malacca

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Fadilah Ab Azis is a researcher specializing in underwater robotics and automation, with a focus on developing cost-effective solutions for challenging marine environments. Her work centers on the design and deployment of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and inspection robots, addressing critical needs in underwater industries. A key contribution is her 2012 paper on a low-cost 4-degree-of-freedom ROV integrated with an IMU and pressure sensor, which has garnered 16 citations. This work tackled the dual challenges of diver safety in high-pressure, hazardous conditions and the prohibitive expense of traditional underwater equipment. Building on this foundation, her 2020 study on a remotely operated pipeline inspection robot, also with 16 citations, advanced practical inspection capabilities for underwater infrastructure. Ab Azis’s research demonstrates a clear trajectory from foundational ROV design to targeted industrial applications, emphasizing accessibility and safety. Her achievements highlight a commitment to democratizing underwater technology, making it viable for broader use in inspection, maintenance, and exploration tasks. For students and researchers, her work offers a model of how engineering innovation can bridge the gap between high-cost specialized systems and practical, low-cost solutions for real-world underwater challenges.