Robotics Engineer

Dr Rafiqul is currently a postdoctoral researcher with UNSW Canberra @ Australian Defence Force Academy. As a robotics specialist, he is highly skilled and intrinsically motivated, possessing expertise in the coordination of autonomous robots. His proficiency extends to the development and deployment of real-time robotic systems, showcasing a commitment to pushing the boundaries of technological innovation. Feel free to reach out for any opportunities or discussions.

Skills

ROS1/ROS2
C/C++
Python
MATLAB
RL/DL/AI
PyTorch
Gazebo
Isaac Sim
RTOS
VS-Code
CI/CD
Docker

Portfolio

  • All
  • ugv
  • QDR
  • arm
  • lab
  • uav

Resume

Education

PhD, Robotics/Mechatronics

2020 - 2022

University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia

Thesis Title: Robust Visual Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping and Place Recognition for Autonomous Field Robots

MS*, Robotics/Mechatronics

2019 - 2020

Southern Cross University, Lismore, Australia

  • Thesis Title: Localisation, Mapping and Path-planning of Autonomous Field Robots
  • * Completing my first year, I transferred to the UniSA on a prestigious University President's Scholarship and advanced my studies by transitioning into a PhD program

BS, Electrical and Electronic Engineering

2012 - 2016

Eastern University, Dhaka, Bangladesh

  • Thesis Title: Designing a Power-Efficient Class-E Amplifier
  • Awarded “Magna Cum Laude” distinction

Experience

Research Associate

2022 - Present

University of New South Wales, Canberra, Australia

  • Conducting research on the autonomous navigation of multi-robot systems
  • Developing robot localisation techniques using Camera, LiDAR, IMU, and GPS

Instructor, Robotics Club

2019 - 2020

Southern Cross University, Lismore, Australia

  • Assisted students in mastering the core principles of object-oriented programming
  • Oversaw robotics projects leveraging ROS, Single-Board Computers, sensors, and actuators

Assistant Engineer

2016 - 2019

Impulse Engineering & Power Ltd., Dhaka, Bangladesh

  • Developed C/C++ RTOS firmware for embedded systems
  • Developed IoT systems for home and field automation

Publications

Robust and Scalable Swarming of Quadruped Robots for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Source Localisation
International Conference on Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering
R Islam, S Anavatti, K Kasmarik, M Garratt

Paper

Intelligent Control System for Ground Vehicles
International Conference on Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering
Y Tungthamrongkul, A Perera, R Islam, S Anavatti

Paper

AGRI-SLAM: a real-time stereo visual SLAM for agricultural environment
Autonomous Robots
R Islam, H Habibullah, T Hossain

Paper

Place recognition with memorable and stable cues for loop closure of visual slam systems
Robotics
R Islam, H Habibullah

Paper