Miguel Carrasco

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

Papers

Total Citations

111

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About

Miguel Carrasco is a leading researcher in humanitarian demining technologies, with a primary focus on advancing land mine detection systems to protect lives and restore safe land for development. His most-cited work, the comprehensive 2009 survey "A survey of land mine detection technology," has garnered 111 citations and remains a foundational reference in the field. This paper systematically reviews detection algorithms and sensor technologies, addressing the critical challenge of buried landmines that threaten civilians, hinder economic growth, and stall post-conflict recovery. Carrasco’s contributions bridge engineering and humanitarian impact, emphasizing practical, cost-effective solutions for detecting both metallic and non-metallic mines. His research has influenced the design of safer, more reliable detection equipment used by clearance organizations worldwide. By synthesizing decades of technical progress, Carrasco has helped shape the direction of demining research, making his work essential for students and practitioners seeking to understand the state of the art. His dedication to applying signal processing and sensor fusion to this life-saving domain underscores a career defined by both technical rigor and profound social relevance.