Alex Burka
About Alex Burka
Alex Burka, Ph.D. - Director of Autonomy and Mapping
Alex Burka is the Director of Autonomy and Mapping at Embedded. In this role, he oversees the development of embedded systems and software to support robot autonomy. His work involves creating innovative solutions that allow robots to navigate and understand their environments. Alex's leadership in this area is critical to the advancement of robotics and autonomous systems within Embedded.
Education and Expertise of Alex Burka, Ph.D.
Alex Burka earned his Ph.D. at the University of Pennsylvania's GRASP Lab, where he worked with Katherine J. Kuchenbecker on hardware and software for haptic perception. This experience provided him with a deep understanding of both the mechanical and software aspects of robotic systems. His expertise in haptic perception is a key component of his current work in developing autonomous systems.
Background and Career of Alex Burka, Ph.D.
Alex Burka has a strong background in robotics and embedded systems. His doctoral research at UPenn's GRASP Lab focused on hardware and software for haptic perception, a field that combines mechanical engineering and computer science to create systems that can simulate the sense of touch. This combination of skills has been instrumental in his career, particularly in his current role at Embedded where he directs projects aimed at enhancing robot autonomy.