Jamaica Mae L. Pepito
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About
Jamaica Mae L. Pepito is a robotics researcher focused on advancing autonomous systems for hazardous environment exploration, particularly volcanic and disaster zones. Her work centers on collaborative UAV-UGV (unmanned aerial vehicle-unmanned ground vehicle) operations, addressing critical limitations in both platforms—drones' short battery life and mobile robots' mobility constraints. Pepito's major contribution lies in developing ground robot detection models that enable precise visual servoing and alignment between aerial and ground robots, facilitating seamless retrieval and cooperative operations in dangerous terrains. Her 2023 paper on "Ground Robot Detection for Collaborative UAV-UGV Alignment and Retrieval Operations" has garnered 4 citations, while her 2025 follow-up on visual servoing drones has already earned 3 citations, demonstrating growing recognition in the field. These works represent innovative solutions for safer monitoring of volcanic regions and disaster zones, where direct human access is perilous. Pepito's research bridges critical gaps in multi-robot coordination, offering practical frameworks for autonomous exploration in extreme environments—a vital contribution to volcanology and emergency response robotics.
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