François Charpillet
About François Charpillet
François Charpillet serves as the Scientific Leader of the Larsen Research Group at Inria in Aquitaine, France, where he has worked since 2015. With a strong background in computer science and extensive experience in robotics, he focuses on enhancing robot autonomy and interaction skills.
Work at Inria
François Charpillet has been working at Inria since 2001, where he holds the position of Directeur De Recherche. He has contributed to the organization for over 23 years in Aquitaine, France. In 2015, he became the Scientific Leader of the Larsen Research Group, focusing on service and assistive robotics. His role involves conducting experiments and developing methodologies to enhance robot interaction skills and autonomy. Prior to leading the Larsen Research Group, he served as the Scientific Leader of the Maia Research Group from 1998 to 2014 and worked as Chargé De Recherche from 1988 to 2001.
Education and Expertise
François Charpillet studied Computer Science at Université Henri Poincaré, Nancy 1, where he achieved his Doctorate in Philosophy from 1982 to 1985. His educational background also includes studies at Institut National Polytechnique De Lorraine from 1979 to 1982 and at Université Henri Poincaré, Nancy 1 from 1979 to 1980. This extensive education has equipped him with a strong foundation in computer science, machine learning, and robotics, which he applies in his current research and development efforts.
Background
François Charpillet began his career as an Ingénieur at DCNS, where he worked for one year from 1986 to 1987. He then transitioned to academia, serving as an Assistant Professeur at Université De Lorraine for one year in 1987 to 1988. His career at Inria started in 1988, where he has held various positions, including Chargé De Recherche and Scientific Leader of different research groups. His long-standing involvement in research and academia has established him as a prominent figure in the field of robotics.
Research Focus and Contributions
At the Larsen Research Group, François Charpillet conducts research primarily in service and assistive robotics. His work aims to transfer robots from research labs into societal applications by enhancing their interaction skills and autonomy. He develops methods that enable robots to achieve long-term autonomy, focusing on physical and social interaction, machine learning, and planning under uncertainty. His contributions are expected to significantly impact various fields of robotics, advancing the integration of robotic systems into everyday life.