Faculty/School

Faculty of Engineering

School of Electrical Engineering and Robotics

Topic status

We're looking for students to study this topic.

Research centre

Centre for Robotics

Primary Supervisor

Professor Michael Milford
Position
Professor in Electrical Engineering
Division / Faculty
Faculty of Engineering

Overview

The Local Positioning System is a major initiative to provide a global alternative to GPS, that works when and where GPS does not, and enables the tracking of robots, assets, and any thing of interest that moves.

Research engagement

This a mid technology readiness level research project - which means that there is a relatively mature foundational technology, that is now getting to the exciting stage of field testing in various environments like campuses, libraries, hospitals, transport networks (roads, tunnels) and the possibility of further domains like construction, retail, trains and so on. You'll join an experienced team - your day to day leads for the project - and work on fielding and deploying the technology in the field.

Research activities

Work on a flagship technology project, learn about what it takes to develop a mature and trusted technology.

Research skills

reliability and work ethic, some experience with coding / basics of hardware / electronics, communication skills helpful too.

Outcomes

More widespread successful demonstrations and trials of LPS in a range of real-world environments.

Skills and experience

reliability and work ethic, some experience with coding / basics of hardware / electronics, communication skills helpful too.

Start date

2 November, 2026

End date

19 February, 2027

Location

GP-S11

Additional information

You will join an existing highly experienced LPS team

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Contact

Michael Milford

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michael.milford@qut.edu.au