Abhishek Phadkeمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
Dr. Abhishek Phadke is an Assistant Professor at Christopher Newport University (CNU) within the School of Engineering and Computing. His research focuses on resilient cyber-physical systems, UAV swarms, robotics, blockchain, and smart grids. He leads the ADAPT Lab, exploring heterogeneous robotics, sensor security, and UAV swarm optimization. PhD in Geospatial and Computer Science, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi MS in Electrical Engineering, Texas A&M University-Kingsville BE in Electronics Engineering, University of Mumbai His research spans Cyber-Physical Systems , where he investigates robustness and adaptability in dynamic environments; UAV Swarms , emphasizing navigation, communication, and resiliency; and Blockchain , particularly for security and data integrity in decentralized systems. Additional interests include Smart Grids , renewable energy, and vehicular robotics. The ADAPT Lab, under Dr. Phadke, has produced numerous publications on UAV swarm resilience, blockchain integration, and simulation frameworks. His work has secured $116,527 in external funding. Current graduate students in the ADAPT Lab include George Hill and Mason Beckmeyer, focusing on applied physics and blockchain-driven cybersecurity. Undergraduate Cole Thomsen explores drone hardware and 3D printing. Dr. Phadke's prior advisor was Dr. F. Antonio Medrano. Notable collaborations and lab activities emphasize cross-disciplinary innovation, bridging robotics, cybersecurity, and sustainable technologies.









