Matthew Marino

Dr. Matthew Marino is an Associate Professor in the School of Aerospace Engineering and Aviation at RMIT University. He leads the Unmanned Aerial Systems Research Team and focuses on advancing drone technology for novel applications. With 15 years of experience in fixed-wing and multirotor drones, he emphasizes teaching and empowering engineering students. His research spans aerodynamics, UAV design, and sustainable aviation.

• Industry Experience: Siemens AG, Thales, Austal Ships, and Stoprotor.
• Research Interests: Aerospace Engineering, Fluid Dynamics, UAVs, and Environmental Science.
• Supervision: Open to PhD/Masters students in areas like wingtip optimization, propulsion systems, and humanitarian UAV applications.

His work bridges theoretical aerodynamics with practical drone solutions, addressing urban flight challenges and energy-efficient systems. Key contributions include drag estimation models and hybrid-electric propulsion research.