SAURO LONGHI

Prof. SAURO LONGHI is a Full Professor at the Department of Information Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Polytechnic University of Marche. His research focuses on robotics, control systems, industrial automation, and AI-driven solutions for manufacturing and cyber-physical systems. He specializes in fault-tolerant control, predictive maintenance, human-robot collaboration, and autonomous systems resilience against cyber attacks. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, and ambient assisted living.

Key research interests include:

• Development of collaborative robotics for industrial processes
• Real-time anomaly detection using edge AI frameworks
• Resilient control architectures for UAVs and autonomous vehicles
• Integration of digital twins for assembly line optimization
• Psychophysiological interfaces for assistive robotic systems

Recent publications highlight advancements in:

• ISO-compliant human-robot co-transport systems
• Lightweight neural networks for edge-based anomaly detection
• Cybersecurity for quadrotor drones
• Predictive maintenance frameworks using energy data

He leads projects like Health@Home, developing smart sensor networks for elderly care. His work emphasizes human-centric design principles in automation technologies.