معرفی
Alexis Lussier Desbiens is an Associate Professor at the Université de Sherbrooke in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering. He co-founded several research labs and initiatives including NSERC CREATE CoRoM (Collaborative Robotics in Manufacturing) and NSERC CREATE UTILI (Uninhabited Aircraft Systems Training). His work bridges robotics, mechanical design, and sports equipment innovation.
- PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Stanford University, 2012)
- BEng in Mechanical Engineering (Université de Sherbrooke, 2005)
- Postdoctoral Research (Harvard University, 2013)
His research focuses on robotics and automation, particularly unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with bioinspired design principles for mechanical intelligence. Key areas include:
- Autonomous UAV perching and climbing
- Hybrid locomotion systems
- Sports equipment dynamics (skis, hockey sticks)
- Magnetorheological actuator applications
- Conservation biology tools via aerial sampling
Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary work in robotics, sports engineering, and ecological monitoring. His projects often integrate mechanical design with environmental or human-centric applications.
Scientific recognition includes:
- Best Student Paper (IEEE SMC, 2021)
- Best Poster (ISEA, 2020)
- National Geographic Explorer (2020)
- CSME Gold Medal (2005)
Current grants (2020-2023) include:
- $339,000 - High-performance UAV for power line interactions
- $1.65M - NSERC CREATE UTILI training program
- $120,000 - Intelligent hockey stick development
He also leads the CREATEK Research Lab and maintains global collaborations with institutions like Harvard University, Stanford University, MIT, and EPFL.
