UROP Project

Fish-inspired swimming robot

Robotic, machine learning, fish swimming
Research Mentor: kshoele@fsu.edu Kourosh Shoele,
Department, College, Affiliation: Florida State University, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: kshoele@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to all major
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
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Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8hr, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
Not participating in the roundtable

Project Description

We are using machine learning to enable fish-inspired locomotion and test our robot in experimental facility. The use of computer aided simulations will enable us to have a agile robot.

Research Tasks: Do literature review, collect data, run small simulation packages provided and testing the robot in the towing tank

Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Being good and interested in experimental robotic work; or excited about machine learning applications in engineering and science

Mentoring Philosophy

Our mentoring philosophy for undergraduate research is centered on fostering curiosity, independence, and confidence in students as they transition from learners to contributors of new knowledge. I aim to create a supportive environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas, and learn through both successes and challenges. By balancing guidance with autonomy, I help students develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and resilience that extend beyond the research project itself. I also emphasize the importance of collaboration, clear communication, and ethical responsibility in research. Ultimately, my goal is to empower undergraduates to see themselves as capable researchers whose contributions matter to both the scientific community and society.

Additional Information

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Link to Publications

https://eng.famu.fsu.edu/~kshoele/CTML/