L. Marini
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Dr. L. Marini is a leading figure in the development of autonomous underwater robotics for cultural heritage preservation. Their primary research focuses on the design, testing, and deployment of compact Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) for archaeological surveying and environmental monitoring. Dr. Marini’s most notable contribution is the conception and realization of Zeno (Zeno Environment Nautical Operator), a pioneering compact AUV developed in collaboration between the University of Florence’s Department of Industrial Engineering and its spin-off company, MDM Team S.r.l. This work, detailed in their highly cited 2018 paper (9 citations), represents a significant advancement in making underwater archaeological exploration more accessible, precise, and minimally invasive. By engineering a vehicle specifically tailored for archaeological surveying and monitoring, Dr. Marini has directly addressed the critical need for specialized, non-destructive tools in underwater heritage management. Their research bridges the gap between advanced robotics and the humanities, demonstrating a profound impact on both engineering practice and archaeological methodology. Through the ARCHEOSUb project, Dr. Marini continues to push the boundaries of what autonomous systems can achieve in the fragile underwater environment.
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