S. Henrion

Delft University of Technology, Boskalis (Netherlands)

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S. Henrion is a leading researcher in bio-inspired underwater robotics, with a focus on developing silent, energy-efficient autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). Their seminal work introduced "Galatea," a highly versatile AUV with biomechanical propulsion, which addresses the critical demand for small, quiet sensor platforms in marine environments. This flagship design, detailed in their most-cited paper (19 citations), integrates hydrodynamic shaping, undulating fin propulsion, and advanced motion control systems. Henrion’s research rigorously quantifies the cost of transport for undulating fin propulsion, demonstrating through comparative robot prototypes that this bio-mimetic approach significantly enhances energy efficiency for long-duration inspection and maintenance tasks. By systematically analyzing the trade-offs between mechanical complexity and operational endurance, Henrion’s contributions provide foundational principles for next-generation underwater robots. Their work has garnered attention for bridging biological locomotion theory with practical engineering, enabling quieter, more agile AUVs that extend mission lifetimes. Henrion’s studies are essential reading for researchers in marine robotics, offering both design methodologies and performance benchmarks for sustainable underwater exploration.