Luca Pugi
Papers
13
Total Citations
256
H-Index
8
About
Luca Pugi is a leading researcher in mechatronics and autonomous systems, with key contributions spanning underwater robotics, railway vehicle localization, and industrial actuation. At the University of Florence’s MDM Lab, he has been instrumental in developing innovative Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) for archaeological exploration, notably through the THESAURUS and ARROWS projects. His work on the MARTA modular AUV (35 citations) and wireless power recharge systems for underwater robotics (31 citations) addresses critical challenges in sustainable ocean monitoring and prolonged autonomous missions. Pugi’s impact extends to railway safety, where his localization algorithms for odometry systems (32 and 10 citations) enhance the reliability of Automatic Train Protection. He has also designed advanced actuators for industrial valves (20 citations) and an ultrasonic anemometer for sail-propelled marine drones (16 citations). With over 80 citations for his foundational AUV propulsion design, Pugi’s research demonstrates a remarkable breadth—from deep-sea archaeology to railway safety—showcasing his ability to solve complex engineering problems across domains. His work on sensorless drives and anti-capsize strategies further highlights his commitment to sustainable, safe, and intelligent vehicle systems.
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Top Papers
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- 3A localization algorithm for railway vehicles32 citations · 2015
- 4Wireless power recharge for underwater robotics31 citations · 2017
- 5Design and testing of a pulley and cable actuator for large ball valves20 citations · 2016
- 6Design and calibration of an innovative ultrasonic, arduino based anemometer16 citations · 2017
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- 8An innovative localisation algorithm for railway vehicles10 citations · 2014
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