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Amir Khajepour is a Professor at the University of Waterloo and holds prestigious positions as a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Mechatronics Vehicle Systems and a Senior NSERC/General Motors Industrial Research Chair in Holistic Vehicle Control. His research focuses on autonomous vehicle systems, mechatronics, and advanced control methodologies. Key areas include autonomous driving safety, sensor fusion, vehicle dynamics, and energy management. He leads the Mechatronic Vehicle Systems Lab, pioneering innovations in connected and automated vehicles.
His work integrates machine learning, robotics, and mechanical engineering to address challenges in real-world autonomous systems, including path planning, perception reliability, and multi-agent coordination. Recent projects involve 5G-enabled mobility systems, robust tire force estimation, and game-theoretic decision-making frameworks. Khajepour’s contributions span both theoretical advancements and practical implementations, such as the WATonoBus autonomous shuttle technology.
- Research Highlights: Autonomous vehicle safety, sensor fusion algorithms, adaptive control systems, and energy-efficient powertrains.
- Grants & Awards: Canada Research Chair, NSERC/GM Industrial Chair, and multiple industry collaborations.
- Labs & Teams: Directs the Mechatronic Vehicle Systems Lab at the University of Waterloo.
His publications emphasize real-world deployment, safety validation, and interdisciplinary approaches to advancing intelligent mobility solutions.
