Autonomous Quadrotors Utilizing Attack Logic Under Navigational Guidance, or A.Q.U.A.L.U.N.G., is a project that is described fairly well by the title. Specifically, this team designed a fully functional, auto stabalizing quadrotor, along with all of the artificial intelligence required for autonomous behavior which was able to play laser tag competitively against human opponents. The quadrotors were able to act and respond in real-time, as well as making intelligent tactical decisions to provide a genuine challenge for their human counterparts. This research has potential to make significant contributions to the advancement of autonomous robotics and practical application of AI techniques.

Yousef Al-Khalaf, a senior in computer engineering at the
University of Central Florida. His main area of expertise
is computer/robot vision along with some game design.
He is going to be graduating with his Bachelor’s in May 2013
and is planning on pursuing a Master of Business Administration
at Florida International University.

Shane Parker, a senior in electrical engineering at the
University of Central Florida graduating with his BSEE in May
2013. He is currently doing research in intelligent systems
with Dr. Avelino Gonzalez and after graduation plans to
pursue his PhD at the University of Central Florida.

Bianca Wood, a senior in electrical engineering at the
University of Central Florida graduating with her BSEE in
May 2013. She is currently working with Lockheed Martin,
Mission Systems and Training, where she has worked since
May 2009. She plans on staying with Lockheed after
graduation as an Electrical Engineer and later on pursuing
a Master’s. She is a member of the Society of Women Engineers.

Christopher Culver, a senior in electrical engineering
at the University of Central Florida graduating with his
Bachelors this May. After graduation he will be working
with Lockheed Martin, Missiles and Fire Control, where
he has been working for the last year as an RF Engineer.

The designers of A.Q.U.A.L.U.N.G wish to acknowledge the assistance and support of their sponsors; John Enander, Jeff Moler, and Tim Parker.