Sandro Carniel

North Atlantic Treaty Organization, NATO Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation

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Sandro Carniel is a leading figure in maritime robotics and autonomous systems, with a research focus on intelligent situational awareness, underwater inspection, and unmanned vehicle technologies. His work bridges the gap between artificial intelligence and marine operations, particularly in developing next-generation systems for maritime surveillance and autonomous navigation. In his highly cited 2022 paper, Carniel explores how advances in automation, multisensor perception, and AI are transforming the maritime domain, enabling smart ship infrastructure and remotely controlled vessels. His 2024 work on underwater inspection and monitoring further demonstrates his impact, highlighting the critical role of Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs), including ROVs and AUVs, in replacing human operators for hazardous underwater tasks. With each of these papers garnering 39 citations, Carniel’s contributions are shaping the future of autonomous maritime operations. His research addresses key challenges in safety, efficiency, and environmental monitoring, making him a pivotal voice in the transition toward intelligent, autonomous ocean exploration and navigation.