Profiles
Miss Laura Alvarez Hidalgo
School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics (Faculty of Science and Engineering)
Biography
Biography
I am currently pursuing my PhD and working as a demonstrator at the University of Plymouth.
My research focuses on human motor control, with a particular interest in studying motor learning by implementing novel dynamics using the Vbot robot. Additionally, I am involved in the design and evaluation of robotic systems, specifically working on a specialized robotic gripper designed for agricultural applications. Furthermore, my research explores the complexities of control systems, with a special emphasis on the study of balance using systems like the inverted pendulum.
My professional contributions are dedicated to advancing knowledge in these critical areas through my role at the Motor Learning and Robotics Lab.
Qualifications
Ongoing qualifications:
- PhD, Investigating contextual effects in motor learning, University of Plymouth
Previous qualifications:
- Bachellor, Robotics Engineering, University of Plymouth
Professional membership
- Society for the Neural Control of Movement (NCM)
- Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Key publications
(2023) 'Dual Mode Control of an Inverted Pendulum: Design, Analysis and Experimental Evaluation' Advances in Science, Technology and Engineering Systems Journal V 8, (6) 120-143 Publisher Site , DOI Open access
Teaching
Teaching
Teaching interests
Module Demonstrator for:
- ROCO351 - Machine Learning for Robotics
- ROCO219 - Control Engineering
Previously, module demonstrator for:
- AINT516Z - Topics in Advanced Intelligent Robotics
Research
Research
Research interests
I am presently pursuing my PhD and serving as a demonstrator at the University of Plymouth. My research expertise is centered around the intricate field of human motor control. Within this domain, my investigations extend to the design and evaluation of robotic systems, particularly the creation of a specialized robotic gripper designed for agricultural applications. Additionally, my research delves into the complexities of control systems, notably the study of balance using systems such as the inverted pendulum.
My professional contributions extend to my role at the Motor Learning and Robotics Lab, where I am dedicated to advancing knowledge in these critical areas.
Grants & contracts
Research will be funded by UKRI until 2025.
Publications
Publications
Key publications
(2023) 'Dual Mode Control of an Inverted Pendulum: Design, Analysis and Experimental Evaluation' Advances in Science, Technology and Engineering Systems Journal V 8, (6) 120-143 Publisher Site , DOI Open access
Key publications are highlighted
Journals
Articles
(2023) 'Dual Mode Control of an Inverted Pendulum: Design, Analysis and Experimental Evaluation' Advances in Science, Technology and Engineering Systems Journal V 8, (6) 120-143 Publisher Site , DOI Open access
Conference Papers
(2022) 'Gain scheduling for state space control of a dual-mode inverted pendulum' 2022 International Conference on System Science and Engineering (ICSSE) 5-/-0/20225-/-0/2022IEEE , DOI Open access
Presentations and posters
'Human Evaluation of Robotic Grippers for Berry Picking' Open access
Personal
Personal
Links
- ResearchGate Profile: Laura's ResearchGate
- Google Scholar Profile: Laura's Google Scholar