Abstract:
Drones have become integral to various aspects of our lives, from delivering packages and monitoring agricultural fields to enhancing public safety through surveillance and disaster response. Their versatility and ability to access hard-to-reach areas are revolutionizing industries such as logistics, filmmaking, and environmental conservation. Come listen to the Autonomous Sensors team discuss what autonomous systems (like drones) are, how they are made, and how they are being used to solve today's important problems.
Bios:
Brian Wihl received his B. S. in Computer Engineering and M. S. in Electrical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo. He is currently the Associate Program Leader for Autonomous Sensors. In this role, Brian coordinates technical development and provides strategic leadership to manage the execution of a complex set of projects in sensor and algorithm development, unmanned system integration, and collaborative autonomy. He has led various projects leveraging autonomous vehicles to enable new concepts of operations to promote efficiency, safety, and performance.
Claire Knight received a B. S. in Mechanical Engineering and an M. S. in Engineering and Technology Management from the Colorado School of Mines. She is a Mechanical Engineer and Drone Development & Sensor Integration Specialist focused on drone development and sensor design. She has expertise in designing, building, and assembling advanced unmanned autonomous vehicle systems. Her proficiency in machining techniques and 3D printing, coupled with a focus on design for manufacture and assembly, allows her to deliver innovative and efficient solutions across all stages of development.
Antonio Correa Barrios received an A. S. in Engineering Technology from San Joaquin Delta College and is currently working towards a B. S. in Engineering Technology from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He is an Engineering Associate in the National Security Engineering Division, supporting the design, building, and testing of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) and sensor payloads. His focus is on exploring UAS technology and application spaces to foster solutions for national security challenges.
Rodger Johnson received a B. A. in English from the University of California, Berkeley and studied physical science from CSU East Bay. He currently teaches physics and engineering classes at Monte Vista High School in Danville where he also advises the rocketry club. He has been a Faculty Scholar in the Science Education program at LLNL for over a decade teaching educators course in computational modeling and 3D printing.