Allaka Himabindu

“I am currently working as a manager at the Production Technology Development Centre, L&T Defence, India. My primary focus lies in the development of AI/ML algorithms that contribute to enhancing surveillance, target recognition, and navigation capabilities for various unmanned platforms, including aerial, surface, and underwater vehicles.
My journey in this fascinating domain traces back to my formative years at the Hatter Department of Marine Technologies. I spent seven enriching years at the Marine Sciences School, completing both my Masters and PhD studies.
My masters research project titled “Motion Assessment of Planing Craft in Seaway (MAPCS)” focused on developing a computation model to predict the accelerations experienced by planing craft in seaways. Graduating with ‘Summa cum laude,’ I was inspired to pursue research in Marine unmanned systems. I continued for my PhD research titled “Methods for Enhancing the Operationability of Autonomous Planing Monohulls,” which was recognized and awarded the Gold Medal and Cladder’s Prize for Best Research by the Royal Institute of Naval Architecture, UK.
Being an international student from India, adapting to a new language and culture was an effortless experience, thanks to the great support I received from my supervisor, colleagues at the Subsea Engineering Lab, and the entire faculty. The exceptional learning and research experiences I gained at the Subsea Engineering Lab significantly influenced my professional growth and continue to be pivotal in my current role. I express my heartfelt appreciation for the exceptional infrastructure, education standards, and support that the department and the university have consistently provided”