Miguel Augusto de Miranda Mourão

Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais (Brazil)

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Miguel Augusto de Miranda Mourão is a leading researcher in robotics and automation, with a primary focus on the development of intelligent systems for power line inspection and maintenance. His most notable contribution is the POLIBOT (POwer Lines Inspection RoBOT), a groundbreaking robotic platform designed to traverse and inspect overhead transmission lines. This work, published in 2017 and cited 44 times, addresses critical challenges in the field by proposing a lightweight, cost-effective solution that overcomes the limitations of high weight, expense, and reduced battery autonomy seen in previous systems. Mourão’s research has significantly advanced the practicality of robotic inspection, enhancing safety and efficiency in the energy sector. His achievements include pioneering designs that balance mechanical simplicity with robust functionality, making him a key figure in applied robotics. Through POLIBOT, Mourão has demonstrated a clear impact on infrastructure monitoring, offering a scalable approach that continues to inspire further innovations in autonomous utility maintenance.