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Vladimir Dobrokhodov is a leading researcher in autonomous robotic systems, with a focus on multi-robot coordination, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and hybrid aquatic-aerial platforms. His work addresses critical challenges in surveillance, path planning, and adaptive control for complex environments. A key contribution is his research on opportunistic surveillance with multiple robots, where he developed algorithms for allocating waypoints and planning collision-free paths under time constraints—work that has garnered 42 citations. He also pioneered autonomous feature-following for small UAVs with gimbaled camera systems, enabling persistent visual tracking for surveillance applications. In the domain of maritime robotics, Dobrokhodov advanced adaptive speed control for unmanned surface vessels (USVs), enhancing their versatility across scientific and naval missions. Notably, he led the design of the Aqua-Quad, a solar-powered hybrid vehicle capable of vertical takeoff and landing, underwater reconnaissance, and long-endurance sensing in aquatic environments. With a citation count exceeding 88 across his most influential papers, Dobrokhodov’s innovations bridge aerial, surface, and underwater autonomy, making him a pivotal figure in the development of resilient, multi-domain robotic systems for surveillance and environmental monitoring.