ARMLab CU-ICAR

Can't wait to finish the build ASAP and start with the testing phase!

Something exciting is taking shape within the walls of ARMLab CU-ICAR at Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research. We're diving deep into the world of autonomous systems with our latest project: a 1/3 scale autonomous vehicle! Guided by PhD students Chinmay Samak and Tanmay Samak, and under the supervision of Dr. Venkat N. Krovi, Samarth Patil and I are engineering an Autonomous Electric Go-Kart, building upon the previous efforts of Rohit Ravikumar and Abhilash Tukkar. Inspired by the open-source AV4EV platform designed by the Autoware Foundation and being from the Clemson Automotive Engineering, we are working on optimized and innovative designs to infuse robotics with automotive-grade ruggedness and reliability. We're proud to be contributing to the open-source community by sharing our experiences and aiding in the platform's evolution. This project is not just about building a vehicle; it's about fostering innovation and pushing the boundaries of autonomous driving technology. Stay tuned for more updates as we delve deeper into this exciting project. Clemson University College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences Clemson University #AutonomousVehicles #AutonomousDriving #Robotics #AI #Engineering #Research #GoKart #ARMLab

Thrilled to be a part of the 36th Annual SAE Carolina Section Student Night hosted at the Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research campus! Our ARMLab CU-ICAR team had an incredible experience at the 36th Annual SAE Carolina Section Student Night to connect with the talented undergraduate students from FSAE IC, FSAE Electric, Baja SAE, and SAE Aero Design programs. It was inspiring to showcase our lab’s cutting-edge work with various autonomous systems to future innovators enthusiastic for mobility, automation, and innovation! A sincere thank you to the SAE Carolina Section and CU-ICAR for organizing such a great event. Looking forward to continuing these conversations and shaping the future of mobility together! Venkat N. Krovi Ameya Salvi Ajinkya Joglekar Dhruv Mehta Sumedh S. Tanmay Samak Chinmay Samak John Coleman Pranav Korrapati Jagadeesh Madinni Saneel Revankar Clemson Automotive Engineering Clemson University College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences Clemson University #STEMEducation #Robotics #AI #FutureInnovators #Outreach #EngineeringForGood #Autonomy #ARMLab

Our ARMLab CU-ICAR team had the opportunity to visit Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School in Greenville, SC, as part of our ongoing outreach efforts to introduce young minds to the exciting world of autonomy and robotics. We showcased some of our latest robotics research, demonstrating real-world applications of AI and autonomy. It’s always inspiring to see young students' "aha!" moments—whether it's watching a robot navigate obstacles, or understanding how sensors work -- to highlight that STEM is not just about equations but about solving real problems that impact the world. At ARMLab, we believe the future of robotics isn’t just about the technology we build today but about the minds we inspire for tomorrow. A huge thank you to Chris Beyerle and the students at Fisher Middle School for their enthusiasm and engagement. We hope this visit sparked a passion for robotics, AI, and autonomy that will continue to grow! Dhruv Mehta?Sumedh S. John Coleman?Pranav Korrapati?Venkat N. Krovi #STEMEducation #Robotics #AI #FutureInnovators #Outreach #EngineeringForGood #Autonomy #ARMLab

??? We're thrilled to announce the third ?????????????????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????? at ICRA 2025! ?? This competition is where cutting-edge #AI meets the adrenaline of high-speed #racing. This virtual competition is accessible to everyone across the globe - whether you're an ambitious student, a seasoned developer, or a passionate #robotics enthusiast, this is your chance to push the limits of autonomous racing and shine in a global competition. ?? Participants will have the opportunity to: ???????????????? and optimize autonomous racing algorithms. ???????????????? against global teams in a high-fidelity simulation. ?????????????????? your skills at the world's premier robotics conference. ?? Don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of this revolutionary event. ?????????? ???????? ?????????????? ?????? ?????? ?????????? ???? ????????! ?? ?????????? ???????? ?????? ???????? ???? ????????: https://lnkd.in/etrvPs5G Rahul Mangharam Venkat N. Krovi Johannes Betz Chinmay Samak Tanmay Samak Ahmad Amine AutoDRIVE Ecosystem The Roboracer Foundation Autoware Foundation Open Robotics Foxglove IEEE IEEE Robotics and Automation Society IEEE RAS ICRA #ICRA2025 #AutoDRIVE #RoboRacer #SimRacing #AutonomousDriving #AutonomousRacing #Robotics #AI #Competition

We're thrilled to share that 3 papers from our lab (https://lnkd.in/gra-aCHX) have been accepted for presentation at the prestigious ???????? ?????????????????????????? ???????????????????? ???? ???????????????? ?????? ???????????????????? (????????) ????????! Hearty congratulations to all the incredible students, mentors, and collaborators on this unprecedented achievement! ??. ?????????????? ?????????? ???????? ?????? ?????????????? ????????????????: ????????-???????????? ???????????????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????????? ?? ??????????????: Chinmay Samak, Tanmay Samak, Ajinkya Joglekar, Umesh Vaidya and Venkat N. Krovi ?? ????????????????: https://lnkd.in/g383VJ4r ?? ??????????: https://lnkd.in/eP9nTiMZ ??. ???????????? ???????????????????????????? ???? ???????????????? ?????????? ???????? ?????????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????? ???????????????????? ?? ??????????????: Ameya Salvi, Pardha Sai Krishna Ala, Jonathon Smereka, Mark Brudnak, Dr. David Gorsich, Matthias Schmid and Venkat N. Krovi ?? ????????????????: https://lnkd.in/gDYvssv3 ?? ??????????: https://lnkd.in/gUmHA3Re ??. ???????? ?????????????????????????? ???????????????? ?????? ?????????????????????? ?????????????? ?????????????????? ???? ??????????-?????????????? ???????????? ?? ??????????????: Dhruv Mehta, Ajinkya Joglekar, and Venkat N. Krovi ?? ????????????????: https://lnkd.in/gCNhCYyj ?? ??????????: https://lnkd.in/gfM4fXJY ARMLab CU-ICAR Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research Clemson Automotive Engineering Clemson University College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences Clemson University IEEE RAS ICRA IEEE Robotics and Automation Society IEEE #ICRA2025 #Robotics #Research #PhD

?? Ready, Set, Race! ???? This week, the excitement is at its peak as we gear up for the F1Tenth Autonomous Racing Competition! ?? A perfect blend of innovation, engineering, and competition, this event will bring together some of the brightest minds and cutting-edge technology in autonomous systems. From real-time path planning to decision-making at dynamic limits, participants will push the boundaries of what’s possible on the racetrack. ????? ??? Schedule Highlights: - Today & Tomorrow: Free practice sessions – teams fine-tune their strategies and prepare for the challenge. - Wednesday: Time trials – the clock is ticking! Who will set the fastest lap? ?? - Thursday: Head-to-head battles – where the true champions are made! ?? ?? ?? ?? We’re thrilled to host teams from top institutions, showcasing their skills and creativity in a thrilling autonomous race. ?? ?? ?? ?? Join us in celebrating the future of autonomous driving, and stay tuned for updates, highlights, and results from the event! Let’s race towards innovation! ???? F1tenth Competition: https://lnkd.in/dHZYKsRd F1Tenth Foundation #AutonomousDriving #F1tenth #CDC2024 #Racing #Robotics #Innovation #FutureOfDriving Rahul Mangharam Venkat N. Krovi Johannes Betz Chinmay Samak Tanmay Samak Ahmad Amine Paolo Burgio Maria Prandini Martina Maggio Alessio Masola Filippo Muzzini Federico Gavioli Enrico Mannocci AutoDRIVE Ecosystem The Roboracer Foundation Autoware Foundation IEEE IEEE CDC Open Robotics #AutoDRIVE #SimRacing #AutonomousRacing #AI #Competition

?? ???????????????? ????????????????????????! ?? We’re thrilled to announce the ?????????????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????? ?????????????????????? ?????????? at ?????? ????????! ???? Join us for a hybrid event (both in-person and virtual) on ????????????, ???????????????? ???? ???????? ????:????-????:???? ?????? to learn more about the competition and celebrate the achievements of our talented competitors. ?? ????????????: ?? Introduction & Overview (15 min) – Dr. Krovi & Dr. Mangharam ?? Competition Insights (20 min) – Tanmay & Chinmay ?? Words from the Winners (15 min) – 5 min for each team ?? Concluding Remarks (10 min) – Dr. Krovi & Dr. Mangharam ?? ????????: https://lnkd.in/ej6bTcmG Don't miss this chance to relive the thrill of the competition and hear from the champions themselves! ?? We look forward to seeing you there – virtually or in person! ?????? Rahul Mangharam Venkat N. Krovi Johannes Betz Chinmay Samak Tanmay Samak Ahmad Amine Paolo Burgio Maria Prandini Martina Maggio Alessio Masola Filippo Muzzini Federico Gavioli Antonio Russo Enrico Mannocci AutoDRIVE Ecosystem The Roboracer Foundation Autoware Foundation IEEE IEEE CDC Open Robotics #CDC2024 #AutoDRIVE #F1TENTH #SimRacing #AutonomousDriving #AutonomousRacing #Robotics #AI #Competition

?? Results?for the ?????????????????????????? ?????????? of the 2nd F1TENTH Sim Racing League @ CDC 2024 are out! ?? We’re excited to announce that 20 ?????????? from different parts of the world have qualified for the ?????????????????????? ?????????? of the 2nd F1TENTH Sim Racing League at CDC 2024! ????? ?? Check out the ???????? ?????????????????????? here:?https://lnkd.in/eXgU_8nf ????????????????????????????????? to all the qualified teams, we look forward to your submissions for the final race. For others, we are sure that you will come back stronger next time! Rahul Mangharam Venkat N. Krovi Johannes Betz Chinmay Samak Tanmay Samak Ahmad Amine Paolo Burgio Maria Prandini Martina Maggio Alessio Masola Filippo Muzzini Federico Gavioli Antonio Russo Enrico Mannocci AutoDRIVE Ecosystem The Roboracer Foundation Autoware Foundation IEEE IEEE CDC (Social Account) Open Robotics #CDC2024 #AutoDRIVE #F1TENTH #SimRacing #AutonomousDriving #AutonomousRacing #Robotics #AI #Competition

?? We’re excited to announce that 51 teams from all around the world have officially registered for the 2nd F1TENTH Sim Racing League at CDC 2024! ????? Registration for this iteration is now closed, but the journey is just beginning. Stay tuned for more iterations of the competition—here’s a sneak peek: the 3rd iteration is being planned for ICRA 2025! ?? Join us for the 2nd Online Orientation on Nov 23, 2024, from 1:00 – 2:00 PM EST to kick off this thrilling season. ?? Check out the competition website for further details: https://lnkd.in/ePkQJ3sW ?? Let’s gear up for an amazing race ahead! Rahul Mangharam Venkat N. Krovi Johannes Betz Chinmay Samak Tanmay Samak Ahmad Amine Paolo Burgio Maria Prandini Martina Maggio Alessio Masola Filippo Muzzini Federico Gavioli Antonio Russo Enrico Mannocci AutoDRIVE Ecosystem The Roboracer Foundation Autoware Foundation IEEE IEEE CDC (Social Account) Open Robotics #CDC2024 #AutoDRIVE #F1TENTH #SimRacing #AutonomousDriving #AutonomousRacing #Robotics #AI #Competition