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Sebastian Scherer is an Associate Research Professor at the Robotics Institute of Carnegie Mellon University. He has expertise in robotics, particularly in the development of unmanned rotorcraft capable of operating in cluttered low-altitude environments. His research has led to significant advancements in obstacle avoidance technologies for both Yamaha RMax and micro aerial vehicles, along with the automatic landing zone detection for full-size helicopters. Dr. Scherer earned his BS in Computer Science with a minor in Robotics in 2004, followed by his MS and Ph.D. in Robotics in 2007 and 2010, respectively, from Carnegie Mellon University. He has been recognized with several awards, including the Siebel Scholar distinction and the AIAA@Infotech Paper Runner-up Award in 2010. His work on self-landing helicopters was highlighted in Popular Science's What's New in 2010, showcasing his influence in the field of robotics. He is dedicated to advancing the capabilities of unmanned systems through innovative algorithm development and practical applications.
Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA
Focuses on robotics, particularly unmanned rotorcraft and algorithm development.
Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.