Alex Alcocer

Alex Alcocer is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical, Electrical and Chemical Engineering within the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design at OsloMet. His research focuses on marine technology, robotics, and autonomous systems, with emphasis on underwater gliders, unmanned vehicles, and sensor systems. He leads projects in composite hull design, control systems, and underwater communication technologies.

Alcocer’s work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining materials science, hydrodynamics, and machine learning. His contributions include advancements in low-cost autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), composite material analysis for deep-sea applications, and innovative solutions for underwater navigation and positioning. He collaborates with institutions like the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research and IEEE, contributing to international conferences and publications.

Key research areas include: hydroacoustics, Kalman filter applications, dynamic simulation, and robotics. His recent projects involve developing low-cost observation systems (e.g., underwater cameras) and improving UAV-AUV coordination for environmental monitoring. He also explores optimization of miniature glider hydrodynamics and energy-efficient propulsion methods.

Alcocer has authored over 21 scientific publications since 2002, with notable works on sensor placement for underwater positioning, control algorithms for robotic vehicles, and composite material durability under pressure. His applied research aims to bridge gaps between theoretical models and practical marine robotics applications.