Paulo Rodrigues

Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto, INESC TEC

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Paulo Rodrigues is a researcher at the forefront of applying unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and geospatial technologies to solve complex challenges in industrial and environmental monitoring. His primary research areas encompass the development of simulation environments for autonomous UAV operations, LiDAR-based mapping, and GIS geovisualisation, with a particular focus on critical infrastructure inspection and heritage site documentation. Rodrigues’s most cited work, "Simulation Environment for UAV Offshore Wind-Turbine Inspection" (2023, 4 citations), addresses the urgent need for energy sustainability by creating a virtual testing ground for drones operating in the dynamic, harsh conditions of offshore wind farms. This contribution is pivotal for advancing autonomous inspection capabilities, reducing human risk, and improving maintenance efficiency. Additionally, his methodological study on coupling LiDAR mapping with GIS techniques in a rock quarry and geomining heritage site (2023, 2 citations) demonstrates a novel, integrated approach to capturing and analysing spatial data in complex terrains. Through these efforts, Rodrigues is helping to bridge the gap between cutting-edge drone technology and practical, real-world applications in renewable energy and cultural heritage preservation.