Research Laboratory of Robotics and Embedded Systems with Applied AI
The Research Laboratory of Robotics and Embedded Systems with Applied AI is a space for creating practical hardware and software solutions at the intersection of engineering, artificial intelligence, and rapid prototyping.
The laboratory works with real R&D projects in robotics, embedded systems, IoT, and applied AI, engaging students and researchers in the full development cycle — from idea and prototype to testing and small-batch production — building applied engineering skills demanded by today's technology market.
About the Laboratory
Problems & Opportunities
Units need simple, reliable, and accessible technical solutions — from mounts and telemetry to training simulators, test stands, power systems, logistics, and diagnostics — with minimal development and delivery times. Meanwhile, off-the-shelf analogues are often unavailable or economically impractical, and their procurement takes too long. Our approach is based on rapid re-engineering and restoration of units provided by the customer, combined with 3D printing, laser processing, and rapid PCB manufacturing, creating working prototypes in weeks rather than months.
Laboratory Architecture
- Computer Zone (17–24 workstations)
Space for CAD design, simulations, analytics, and data work. - Glass Test Zone (4x3 m)
Equipped zone with markings and safety elements for testing mobile and robotic platforms. - Electronics & 3D Prototyping Zone
Workspace for soldering, prototyping, and testing solutions using 3D printers, 3D scanner, and laser equipment. - PCB Prototyping Workbench
Full cycle of printed circuit board manufacturing: milling or laser processing, UV exposure, and etching. - Mini-PCs for AI Inference
Computing nodes for computer vision, navigation, signal analysis and classification tasks.
Examples of Typical Products
- Modular mounts/housings for optics, antennas, cameras; shock-absorbing platforms.
- Stands and simulators for operator training and component diagnostics.
- Power systems (DC-DC, battery modules, sealed box-cases).
- Telemetry nodes (ENV sensors, resource counters) with local recording.
- Ground test robots for navigation algorithm testing (non-combat).
No lethal solutions: priority — safety, humanitarian, and educational tasks.
Laboratory Leadership
Melnychuk Oleksandr Pavlovych
Lecturer, practitioner
Contact Information:
e-mail: oleksandr.melnychuk@oa.edu.uaOffice Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM