Stef Kapusniak

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Stef Kapusniak is a leading figure in subsea engineering, with a career dedicated to advancing technologies for underwater mining and deep-sea operations. His primary research areas encompass the design and development of hybrid underwater vehicles and specialized seafloor production tools. Kapusniak’s major contribution is the conceptualization and development of EVA, a novel hybrid Remotely Operated Vehicle/Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (ROV/AUV) designed to support underwater mining operations. This work, detailed in his most-cited paper (2018, 20 citations), was a key outcome of the European H2020 ¡VAMOS! Project, showcasing his ability to integrate cutting-edge robotics with practical industrial needs. His earlier work, "Seafloor Production Tools for the Resources of the Future" (2011, 3 citations), reflects his foundational expertise at Soil Machine Dynamics (SMD), a world-leading subsea engineering company. Through his research, Kapusniak has directly contributed to the evolution of equipment for the oil and gas, telecommunications, and mining sectors, positioning him as a pivotal engineer shaping the future of sustainable resource extraction from the ocean floor.