Orhan Akal

Florida State University

Papers

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Total Citations

4

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About

Orhan Akal is a researcher focused on advancing autonomous robotics through distributed perception and deep learning-based localization. His work addresses the critical challenge of enabling single-platform robots to accurately determine their position using multiple non-stereo monocular cameras. In his most-cited paper, "A Distributed Sensing Approach for Single Platform Image-Based Localization" (2018, 4 citations), Akal introduces a system that trains a modified PoseNet convolutional neural network to regress a ground robot’s position from four distributed cameras. This approach enhances localization robustness without relying on traditional stereo setups, offering a scalable, cost-effective solution for real-world robotic navigation. While his citation count is modest, Akal’s contribution lies in pioneering distributed visual sensing architectures that integrate deep learning for real-time pose estimation. His work is particularly relevant for researchers in field robotics, where environmental constraints demand lightweight, multi-view perception systems. By demonstrating that a single platform can leverage multiple non-stereo views for reliable localization, Akal has laid groundwork for future innovations in autonomous navigation and spatial intelligence.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
A Distributed Sensing Approach for Single Platform Image-Based Localization
4 citations · 2018
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2018 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 5
🏛 Institutions: Florida State University

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