Mechatronic systems for agricultural and forestry robots
Work description
The work plan includes the analysis and specification of requirements for the development of mechatronic subsystems applied to robotic platforms and implements in a vineyard or forest context. The technical design, instrumentation, electrical diagrams and programming of control units will be carried out to activate actuators and active bodies of robotic implements. The work will also include the development of firmware, distributed control architectures and embedded communications networks for integration between low-level control, sensors and the mobile platform's embedded computing systems. Additionally, it will include support for the integration of perception modules aimed at automating operations and the study of mechanical and electrical interfaces for docking and charging stations. Whenever applicable, laboratory tests and tests will be carried out in a real operating environment, allowing the reliability and performance of mechatronic solutions developed in field conditions to be assessed.
Academic Qualifications
Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, currently enrolled in a doctoral program.
Minimum profile required
- Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering;- Active enrollment in a doctoral program;- Knowledge of mechatronic systems and the integration of actuators and sensors;- Knowledge of C/C++ and Python programming;- Knowledge of programming for microcontrollers and embedded systems.
Preference factors
- Experience in projects applied to precision viticulture or precision forestry; - Experience in electrical diagram design, PCB development, and CAD/3D modeling tools; - Experience in distributed control architectures and CAN bus; - Experience in integrating computer vision modules or sensing models for task automation; - Experience in motor control and drive electronics; - Experience in experimental testing and data collection in a real operating environment; - Existence of published scientific articles.
Application Period
Since 15 Oct 2026 to 28 Oct 2026
Centre
Robotics in Industry and Intelligent Systems