Published on: October 5, 2021

Short Course: "The Anatomy of Autonomy" Taught by Dr. Michael Francis - Oct 19-21

Short Course: "The Anatomy of Autonomy" Taught by Dr. Michael Francis - Oct 19-21

Event Date: October 19, 2021

AAE is pleased to announce the J. William Uhrig an Anastasia Vournas Distinguished Short Course “The Anatomy of Autonomy: A Perspective on Autonomous & Intelligent Systems in Aerospace,” taught by Dr. Michael Francis. You may find information on this course below and in the attached flyer. This course is geared towards those with an undergraduate-level background, but all are welcome to attend. This course is not for credit.

Register here if you plan to attend.

Date: October 19-21

Time: 4:30pm – 7:00pm

Location: 10/19 in HAMP 1252, 10/20-21 in ARMS 1103

Please bring your Purdue ID to swipe upon entrance so your attendance may be tracked

This is a picture of a flyer. ABSTRACT The Anatomy of Autonomy short course is intended to enable a fundamental understanding of autonomous capabilities and technologies in aerospace systems, emphasizing their evolution, current practice, and potential future prospects. Emphasizing aviation applications, the course is designed to serve as an introductory overview for engineering students or engineers otherwise unfamiliar with the subject, with an intent to motivate interest in relevant research and technology development. Some specific topics addressed include: Autonomous systems background, history and motivation; Autonomous capabilities in contemporary aerospace systems; A functional architecture based on the machine decision cycle that shapes autonomous system development; Hierarchical levels and types of autonomous capability, encompassing relevant metrics; Applicatiopns serving as catalysts for autonomous system development & operations