Shawndy Michael Lee
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About
Shawndy Michael Lee is a pioneering robotics researcher whose work sits at the intersection of aerial robotics, bio-inspired design, and precision physical interaction. His primary research areas include hybrid kinematics modeling, aerial manipulation, and non-destructive structural inspection using unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Lee’s most significant contribution is the development of an aerial robot capable of high-velocity fluid ejection, inspired by the archerfish’s unique hunting mechanics. His 2020 paper on hybrid kinematics modeling for this platform (11 citations) introduced a novel “point-and-shoot” capability that treats the fluid stream as an extension of the UAV, enabling precision targeting through visual servo control. He further advanced this concept with a hybrid kinematics-force model (5 citations) for estimating fluid forces during operation. In a notable applied achievement, Lee designed an aerial system with a passive prismatic-gripper mechanism for overhead perching and drilling, enabling rapid wood structure inspection (6 citations). This work demonstrates his ability to translate complex theoretical models into practical, field-deployable solutions. With a growing citation impact and a clear trajectory toward real-world applications in infrastructure monitoring and precision agriculture, Lee is establishing himself as an innovator in aerial robotic systems that physically interact with their environment.
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