Advanced Robotics and Technology (ART) Research Lab

The Advanced Robotics and Technology (ART) Research Lab develops intelligent robotic systems and AI/XR-enabled learning technologies, advancing human-centered engineering through interdisciplinary research and experiential education.


Directed by Dr. Sonia M. Chacko
Assistant Professor, Robotics Engineering, Bowling Green State University

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Research Areas

Human-Robot Interaction

Human–Robot Interaction (HRI)

Designing safe, intuitive, and intelligent collaboration between humans and robots. Topics include shared autonomy, trust and transparency, multimodal interaction, and human-aware motion planning for real-world deployments.

Extended Reality for Learning

Extended Reality (XR) for Learning & Robotics

AR/VR/MR environments for engineering visualization, robotics training, and immersive experiential learning—connecting interactive 3D content with real systems and data.

AI for Engineering Education

AI for Engineering Education

Instructor-in-the-loop AI tutoring, adaptive scaffolding, and learning analytics that support conceptual understanding and project-based engineering learning.

Research Thrust Areas

Robotics & Mechatronic Systems

Design and control of robotic manipulators, mobile robots, automation platforms, sensing, and embedded systems.

AI for Engineering Education

Instructor-in-the-loop AI tutoring, adaptive scaffolding frameworks, and learning analytics.

Extended Reality (XR) for Learning & Robotics

AR/VR/MR environments for engineering visualization, robotics training, and immersive experiential learning.

Human–Robot Interaction (HRI)

Human-centered interfaces, AR-based robot perception visualization, and collaborative robotics.

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Lab Mission

The ART Lab bridges robotics, artificial intelligence, and immersive technologies to create intelligent systems and transformative learning environments. The lab emphasizes interdisciplinary research, human-centered system design, and experiential engineering education.

Students & Training

ART Lab mentors undergraduate and graduate students through research projects, capstone design experiences, and interdisciplinary collaborations. The lab supports experiential learning, workforce development, and broad participation in engineering.

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