Category: Lab Updates

Lab Updates, Poster Presentation

BID4R Lab at the 2024 Student Research Symposium

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November 20, 2024  – This past fall, BID4R Lab members showcased their work at the ERAU Student Research Symposium! Our researchers contributed to 9 presentations, sharing topics from optimization approaches for agents with limited knowledge to biologically inspired approaches to emergency response systems! Our posters were well received, and we were excited to participate in interesting discussions of our work! Congratulations to our researchers, for their outstanding presentations and sharing their valuable insights!

Conference, Lab Updates

BID4R Lab at IDETC-CIE 2024

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August 28, 2024 – Last month, the BID4R Lab had the opportunity to attend and present at the 2024 ASME International Design Engineering Technical Conferences & Computers and Information in Engineering Conference (IDETC-CIE) in Washington, DC. The conference, held from August 25–28, 2024, featured networking events, workshops, the CIE Student Hackathon

competition, and over 500 technical presentations across 11 tracks.

Rogelio and Jessica participated in the ASME 2024 Student Hackathon – Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Mechanical Engineering, which was held virtually from August 16-24 and in-person on August 25. They worked on 2 problem sets provided by NIST and UES AFRL. Although they did not win the competition, both enjoyed working on the project and learned various methods of image processing.

Jessica presented her work on a new optimization approach with limited agent knowledge inspired by sandpiper food searching behavior in comparison with other well-known algorithm called the Firefly Algorithm. Besides that, Rogelio also presented his work on his simulation study exploring the transition from private to public transportation. He got multiple questions and had a nice discussion which was eventually stopped due to time constraints.

Moreover, Dr. Bryan Watson and Dr. Alexander Murphy from Florida Polytechnic University co-host the DTM Special Session 3, “Opportunities at the Boundaries between Systems Engineering and Design Theory,” featuring insightful contributions from Dr. Astrid Layton – Assistant Professor at Texas A&M, Diarny Fernandes – Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, and Matthew Mueller – Manager of Education Innovation at PTC.

Papers or posters presented in the IDETC-CIE 2024 are the following:

  • Sandpiper Food Search Algorithm: A New Optimization Algorithm with Limited Knowledge – Jessica Christa Wira Hadipoernomo, Dr. Bryan Watson
  • Barriers to Sustainable System Evolution: A Simulation Study Exploring the Transition From Private to Public Transportation – Rogelio Gracia Otalvaro, Dr. Bryan Watson
Conference, Lab Updates

BID4R Lab Presentations at INCOSE IS 2024

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July 6, 2024 – Last July, BID4R Lab had the opportunity to attend and present at INCOSE International Symposium (IS) 2024 in Dublin and our lab members had an incredible experience! The conference focused on Systems Engineering consisted of numerous presentations and

activities for 6 days and had more than 1000 attendees from all over the world.

Rogelio presented his work in the use of bifurcation analysis for complex system resilience (poster). He had the opportunity to engage with a multitude of visitors, going from renowned academics to industry experts. The feedback and comments on the matter that were given are very insightful and has helped him shape his future papers and efforts. Another highlight of the event for our lab was the presentation of Benjamin and Olivier in the scalability of design-for-resilience heuristics, which was clearly done and well received.

Rogelio commented “INCOSE IS 2024 was my first ever experience at a conference and the mix of the people, the discussions, and the city of Dublin itself was very enjoyable, inspiring me to keep advancing in the field and to look forward to the next one. Next stop, IS in Ottawa in 2025!”

Papers or posters presented in the INCOSE IS 2024 are the following:

  • Evaluating the Scalability and Combinatorial Effectiveness of Design-for-Resilience Heuristics – Benjamin Wierzbanowski, Oli Rogoll, Dr. Bryan Watson
  • A Framework to use Bifurcation Analysis for Insight into Complex Systems Resilience – Rogelio Gracia Otalvaro, Dr. Bryan Watson
Conference, Lab Updates

BID4R Lab at the 2024 ASEE Conference

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June 26, 2024 – ERAU’s BID4R Lab had a great turnout at the 2024 ASEE Annual Conference, held in Portland, Oregon. Master of Science in Systems Engineering (MSSYS) alumni Major Jason Newell and Mr. Benjamin E. Chaback both presented conference talks on their papers developed while in the masters program at ERAU under the guidance of Dr. Bryan Watson. BID4R postdoc Dr. Julianna Gesun also presented a conference talk regarding work coauthored with student Rachel Swan and Dr. Bryan Watson. Overall, the 2024 ASEE Annual Conference served as a great networking opportunity for the BID4R attendees with the Military and Veterans Division, the Systems Engineering Division, Student Division, Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division, and Educational Research Methods Division.

Link to papers presented at the conference:

Conference, Lab Updates

BID4R Lab at CSER 2024

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March 27, 2024 – Members of the BID4R Lab presented at the Conference on Systems Engineering Research (CSER) 2024 from March 25-27 at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona.

Below are the title of the papers that are presented by the members of BID4R Lab at CSER 2024:

  • A New Multi-Agent System Consensus Algorithm Inspired by Synchronous Turtle Hatching Behavior – Austen Pallen, Dr. Bryan Watson
  • A Functional Decomposition Summarizing Eusocial Insect Parasite Resistance: A Tool for Biologically Inspired Design – James Hand, Dr. Bryan Watson
  • A New Biological Inspired Resource Allocation Algorithm for Distributed Multi Agent Systems with Limited Knowledge – Julia Gorthey, Fayruz Maysha, Dr. Bryan Watson

Well done Austen Pallen, James Hand, and Julia Gorthey on the well-written paper and great presentations! Big thank you to our mentor, Dr. Bryan Watson! We are extremely proud of their achievements!

Lab Updates, Networking Event

BID4R Lab Showcase at E-Week

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February 23, 2024 – This February, the BID4R Lab had the honor of being one of the highlighted labs during Engineering Week (E-week), specifically on the 21st. What an exhilarating experience it was to showcase our lab’s innovative work and the brilliant minds behind our projects!

We extend our deepest gratitude to all the students, alumni, industry professionals, and enthusiasts who

joined us. Your enthusiasm and support make our work even more meaningful. This event was a fantastic opportunity for networking, sparking collaborations, and discussing the future.

Inspired by the success of our E-week showcase, we’re more motivated than ever to continue our work. Stay tuned for updates on our projects, breakthroughs, and upcoming events.

Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to many more milestones and shared successes!

Awards, Lab Updates

Dr. Bryan Watson Awarded the 2023-24 Mentor of the Year

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April 10, 2024 – We’re thrilled to announce that our lab advisor, Dr. Bryan Watson, P. E., has been recognized as-24 Mentor of the Year!

Dr. Watson’s dedication to supporting students and fostering excellence in research is truly commendable. His guidance, expertise, and encouragement have been instrumental in shaping every students’ academic and professional journeys. From offering valuable insights to providing hands-on support, Dr. Watson goes above and beyond to ensure that every student thrives.

His passion for research is contagious, inspiring us to push the boundaries of knowledge and pursue innovative solutions to real-world challenges.

Under his mentorship, we’ve not only honed our technical skills but also developed a deep appreciation for collaboration, critical thinking, and perseverance.

We’re incredibly grateful for Dr. Watson’s unwavering commitment to our success. This well-deserved recognition is a testament to his outstanding mentorship and the profound impact he has on the lives and careers of his students.

Congratulations, Dr. Watson, and thank you for everything you do! 

Awards, Lab Updates, Poster Presentation

Exciting News from 2024 Discovery Day

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April 10, 2024 – We are thrilled to share some fantastic outcomes from our recent Discovery Day, particularly for BID4R Lab team.

Three of our team members, Jack Capuano, Austen Pallen, and Julia Gorthey, were named Research Scholars for the Graduating Class. This is a remarkable achievement, as it means half of the research scholars selected university-wide are from our lab!

Congratulations to Grace Gratton, Mikayla Dutkiewicz, and Noa Teed, who were awarded SURF grants to support their research projects this summer. Your hard work continues to inspire us, and we can’t wait to see what you will accomplish in the coming months.

A huge THANK YOU to each member of our team. Your dedication and passion for research are what make our lab a leading force. The lab is so grateful for the past two years together and eagerly anticipate future innovations.

Let’s continue to make waves in our fields and support each other’s growth. Here’s to more success and teamwork in the days to come!

Awards, Lab Updates

Rogelio G. Otálvaro Won People’s Choice Award at ERAU’s Graduate Research Symposium

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April 4, 2024 – Excited to share some fantastic news from today’s Graduate Research Symposium at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University! A huge round of applause for Rogelio Gracia Otálvaro for his outstanding achievement in the poster competition.

Not only did Rogelio clinch the second place, but he also captivated the audience, winning the People’s Choice Award! His poster, “Bifurcation Analysis for Complex System Resilience,” showcases not just innovative thinking but also the practical application in enhancing system resilience.

Congratulations, Rogelio, on your well-deserved recognition. Your hard work and dedication are truly inspirational!

Awards, Lab Updates

James Hand Awarded 2024 US DoD SMART Scholarship

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May 16, 2024 – We are thrilled to announce that James Hand, an exceptional EECS (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science) PhD student, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 United States Department of Defense SMART Scholarship.

James is a dedicated member of the Biologically Inspired Design-for-Resilience (BID4R) Lab, where his groundbreaking research focuses on eusocial insect-inspired approaches to addressing faulted agents in multi-agent systems. His innovative work promises to revolutionize the way we understand and implement resilience in complex technological environments.

This accomplishment is a testament to James’s hard work, creativity, and dedication to advancing the frontiers of science and technology. The SMART Scholarship is a highly competitive award that recognizes outstanding students who show great potential to become future innovators and leaders in their fields.

Please join us in congratulating James on this remarkable achievement. We can’t wait to see where his research and leadership will take him next!

Link to ERAU News: https://news.erau.edu/headlines/embry-riddle-scores-big-on-department-of-defense-smart-scholarships