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David Akhihiero

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PhD Student, Mechanical Engineering
Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering

David is a PhD student in Mechanical Engineering at West Virginia University. His research focuses on robot localization, SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping), and multi-UAV cooperation in GNSS-denied environments. David is actively involved in projects that enhance navigation and perception in complex settings, such as underground mining and multi-robot cooperation. With a background in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Benin (First Class Honors), David contributes to various research initiatives, including optimizing the accuracy of SLAM-generated maps and improving safety in subterranean activities. His work aims to push the boundaries of autonomous system performance in challenging environments. In his free time, David enjoys music, reading novels, hiking, and watching movies.