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Introduction to Intelligent Robotic Systems
A fun and exciting way to learn in the Introduction to Intelligent Robotic Systems course.
Coordinated UAV-UGV Trajectory Optimization via Model-Algorithm Co-Design
Teaming up heterogeneous robots enables the combination of complementary capabilities that are difficult or impossible to achieve for a single robot.
Modular Design and Development of Small-scale Robots for Agricultural Applications
Precision agriculture is reshaping how crops are managed by turning fields into data-rich, continuously monitored systems that can be managed plant by plant instead of field by field.
MnRI Partners with Medtronic for Remote Stroke Treatment Research
Dr. Andy Grande is a professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Minnesota who routinely treats and oversees stroke cases in the Twin Cities. He turned to the College of Science and Engineering
Guy and Huseynova Participate in Bell Museum Outreach Activity
Stephen Guy, Associate Professor in Computer Science and Engineering, and MnRI MS student Samra Huseynova participated in the Bell Museum Science Spotlight “Forest” event as part of an interactive
February 2026 Director Updates
As we move into a landscape where federal funding for AI and quantum computing shifts from a single PI model to large multi-investigator efforts, we want to highlight the importance of working with
Engaging Community Members as Co-Designers of Robots Using Culturally Responsive Methods
In 2024, the global service robotics market was worth USD 36.1 billion and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 17.1% to USD 166.6 billion by 2034 [1]. As the market expands, robots are increasingly
Grand-Scale Atmospheric Imaging Apparatus (GAIA): Autonomous Drone Swarms for 3-D Particle-Transport Mapping
Why track tiny particles across kilometre-scale plumes: From Canadian megafires to Mount Raung eruptions and Saharan dust crossings, micrometre-sized particles are swept tens of kilometres downwind
August 2025 Director Updates
As we finish the summer break, we see several exciting opportunities for our MS in Robotics students.
2025 MnRI Seed Grants Announced
MnRI is glad to announce six new seed grants. The objective of the seed grants program is to help lay the foundation for future large projects of transformative impact.