Yihao Dong

Khalifa University of Science and Technology

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Yihao Dong is an emerging robotics researcher whose work focuses on autonomous systems operating in GPS-denied and challenging maritime environments. His research sits at the intersection of aerial robotics, multi-robot coordination, and marine autonomy — a niche but critically important domain for real-world applications in maritime security and logistics. Dong's most notable contributions include the development of autonomous aerial transport systems capable of functioning without Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) support in open-sea conditions — environments notoriously difficult for robotic operation due to weakly textured surfaces, sparse feature points, and unpredictable dynamics. His 2025 paper on aerial cargo transport in marine GNSS-denied environments has already garnered 4 citations shortly after publication, reflecting strong early interest from the robotics community. Complementing this, his work on heterogeneous multi-robot systems for autonomous object retrieval — combining different robotic platforms to tackle heavy marine intervention tasks — has accumulated 3 citations, demonstrating sustained momentum across related problem domains. Though early in his career, Dong's focused research agenda addresses a genuine gap in autonomous systems capability, with clear implications for coast guard operations, offshore logistics, and maritime security. His trajectory suggests a researcher positioned to make meaningful contributions to field robotics in extreme environments.