Mark Mueller
Mechanical Engineering
University of California Berkeley
About Professor Mark Mueller
Professor Mark Mueller is an esteemed Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California Berkeley, an institution globally recognized for its pioneering research and academic leadership. UC Berkeley's Mechanical Engineering department consistently ranks among the world's top programs, celebrated for its cutting-edge contributions across diverse fields, from advanced materials to robotics and energy systems. This vibrant academic environment fosters groundbreaking innovation, drawing exceptional talent and resources to address some of the most complex engineering challenges of our time. Dr. Mueller’s affiliation reinforces Berkeley's reputation as a hub for research excellence in high-performance robotics and advanced mobility systems.
🧬Research Focus
As head of the High Performance Robotics Laboratory (HiPeRLab), Professor Mueller’s research profoundly impacts the future of autonomous systems and aviation. His work critically explores the intricate intersection of dynamics, design, and control, employing rigorous first-principles analysis, advanced data-driven modeling, and robust experimental validation. Key research areas include robotics, UAVs, flight dynamics, control systems, estimation, aviation, eVTOL, and autonomy. This research extends from compact delivery UAVs to large-scale, passenger-carrying eVTOL air taxis, yielding novel vehicle designs with enhanced survivability, improved energy efficiency, and unique operational capabilities. His group also advances autonomy stacks for aerial robots, emphasizing the crucial interplay between perception and control to ensure safety, reliability, and robustness under uncertainty, alongside investigating fault tolerance and adaptability to unexpected scenarios.
🎓Student Fit & Career
Graduate students aspiring to contribute to the next generation of intelligent, autonomous systems will find an exceptional mentor in Professor Mueller. Ideal PhD students possess a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, control theory, or robotics, coupled with a passion for interdisciplinary research and hands-on experimental validation. Candidates who thrive are critical thinkers, comfortable with complex analytical problems, and eager to push the boundaries of current technology in advanced mobility and aerial robotics. Graduates from the HiPeRLab are well-prepared for leading roles in academia and industry, pursuing impactful careers in aerospace, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and related high-tech sectors, equipped with cutting-edge skills and deep research experience.
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