Alberto Dallolio

Norwegian University of Science and Technology

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Alberto Dallolio is a leading researcher in marine robotics, specializing in the development of persistent, wave-propelled unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) for long-duration oceanographic missions. His major contributions lie in solving the critical challenge of autonomous, extended-duration observation in harsh marine environments. Dallolio’s work on gain-scheduled steering control has advanced the maneuverability and course-keeping of wave-propelled USVs, enabling them to maintain precise trajectories without conventional propellers. His landmark study, "A Persistent Sea-Going Platform for Robotic Fish Telemetry Using a Wave-Propelled USV," demonstrates a proof-of-concept for integrating acoustic fish telemetry with these energy-harvesting platforms, allowing for remote, continuous monitoring of fish behavior over weeks. With over 27 citations across his most-cited papers, Dallolio’s research is shaping the future of scalable, cost-effective ocean observation. His technical solutions bridge the gap between marine biology and robotics, offering a sustainable alternative to crewed vessels for scientific surveys. Dallolio’s work is essential reading for students and researchers interested in autonomous systems, bio-inspired propulsion, and the next generation of persistent ocean monitoring platforms.