The research group focuses on the development of intelligent systems that integrate robotics, machine learning, and advanced control methods. Its expertise includes object detection and tracking, human–machine interaction, and the control and optimization of complex systems. The group also investigates biomechanical processes and their application in the development of innovative technologies. In addition, it develops solutions in the fields of virtual and augmented reality aimed at enhancing user experience, supporting data analysis, and improving decision-making processes.

• Object detection and tracking
• Robotics
• Human-machine interaction
• Control systems and optimization
• Machine learning
• Biomechanics
• Remote sensing and IoT applications in agriculture

Laboratories

• Biomechanics, Automation and Systems Laboratory
• Expert Systems, Machine Learning and Image Processing Laboratory

Equipment

• Various biomechanical measurement systems, including force platforms, EMG systems, and Xsens inertial sensors, Image acquisition equipment, including camcorders, 3D cameras, and high-speed cameras
• Signal acquisition devices such as Microsoft HoloLens 2, sensor gloves, accelerometers, and Kinect systems
• Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) equipped with RGB, multispectral, and thermal cameras
• Mobile robotic platforms (BlueROV2, Leo Rover, Mover6, M5ver 5)
• Educational and research robotics kits (Arduino, LEGO Mindstorms NXT, TurtleBot)

• HRZZ IP-2024-05-6393 – Computer Vision for Olive Fruit Detection and Yield Estimation (CoViO), Principal Investigator: V. Papić
• HR-BA-ME00392 – Advanced Technologies for Natural and Human-Induced Disaster Management (SmartProtect), Interreg Project
• HR-BA-ME00522 – Establishing a Regional Innovation and Technology Transfer Ecosystem (ERIT), Interreg Project, Principal Investigator: V. Papić
• IP-UNIST-10 – AI-Driven Solutions for Field Exploration and Disaster Response: Autonomous Drones, Robotics and Human Well-Being (UITOK), Institutional Research Project, Principal Investigator: V. Papić
• Tehnet Smart Control – Development of an Intelligent Mobile System for Infrastructure Management and Monitoring, SPIN Project

The research group welcomes collaboration in professional and scientific research projects related to the areas listed under its expertise and know-how. Particular interest is directed toward the application of robotics in Industry 5.0, the use of artificial intelligence for processing and analysing diverse types of data, and the development of digital agriculture applications and solutions.