T. Flanigan
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Dr. T. Flanigan is a leading figure in autonomous underwater vehicle (UUV) research, with foundational contributions to software architecture for marine robotics. Their most-cited work, "A pragmatic software architecture for UUVs" (2002, 13 citations), details the control system powering Florida Atlantic University’s Ocean Voyager II and Ocean Explorer series. This architecture integrates a shared memory management system and data logging tools, enabling robust, real-time autonomy for underwater missions. Flanigan’s pragmatic design philosophy has influenced subsequent UUV development, providing a scalable framework for navigation, sensor integration, and adaptive control. Their work bridges theoretical robotics with practical deployment, addressing challenges in communication, power, and environmental uncertainty. While citation counts reflect niche impact, Flanigan’s contributions are critical to advancing long-endurance, autonomous ocean exploration. Students and researchers in marine robotics will find their architecture a cornerstone for building reliable, field-tested UUV systems.
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- 1A pragmatic software architecture for UUVs13 citations · 2002