Masoud Ataei

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masoud.ataei@maine.edu
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Bio

My name is Masoud Ataei, and I am passionate about advancing safe control systems, particularly in the field of autonomous robotics. I am currently working on an innovative project to develop a safe control framework for autonomous vehicles. This project incorporates probabilistic safe control framework alongside a machine learning-based approach to safe navigation in uncertain environment.

I am also enthusiastic about sharing knowledge and collaborating on projects at the intersection of control theory, robotics, and machine learning.

If you’re interested in my work or potential collaborations, feel free to reach out!

Interests

Robotics Safe Control Control Uncertainty Estimation Intelligent systems Machine learning Data visualization Computer vision & graphics Information networks User experience / interaction design

Projects

University of Maine - Research Assistance
May 2024 - Present
Error Analysis for Kolmogorov Networks
Finding worst-case error analysis for Kolmogorov networks.
Skills: Machine Learning, Python, Error Analysis, LaTeX, Neural Networks
University of Maine - Research Assistance
Aug 2023 - Feb 2024
Omobot: a low-cost mobile robot for autonomous search and fall d
Built a mobile robot for navigating checkpoints in programmed time intervals and diagnosing the area finding fall persons and emailing details to health providers.
University of Maine - Research Assistance
May 2022 - Present
Bayesian Learning for Safe Control
Investigating uncertainty estimation models for safe control application and robotics.
CompuMAINE Lab - Volunteer (Statistic and software development)
May 2021 - May 2022
Statistical Analysis of 3D Chromosome Territories
Fitting chromosomes statistically in a cell and relating their properties with statistical analysis.

Skills and Software

Robotics: ROS, Gazebo, PyBullet, RTab-Map, Arduino.

Programming Languages: Python, C, C++, Java, Visual C#, Visual Basic, SQL, Android.

Hardware languages: Verilog, Assembly, programming on OS-9 and ElinOS, FreeRTOS.

Electronic Design: PSpice, SystemVerilog, ModelSim, Proteus, Protel DXP, LabVIEW, STM32CubeMX, TouchGFX.

Embeded Development: Codevision, Iar, Keil, STM32IDE.

Scientific Software: MATLAB (M-file and Simulink), COMSOL Multiphysics, LEDIT, Cadence(layout design), HSpice, SIESTA, SG Framework.

Hardware Skills: ARM Cortex, AVR, PIC, MSP430, MEN CPU, EKF CPU, design embedded systems, PLC.

Protocols & Communication: Modbus, S-Protocol, l-Protocol, UART, RS485, RS232, GPRS, I2C, SPI.

General Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Access), Windows, Linux.

Education

Ph.D in Electrical and Computer Engineering

University of Maine
Maine, USA
May 2022 - Now

Master of Science in Microelectronics

Amirkabir University, Electrical Engineering
Tehran, Iran
2012 - 2014

Publications

Conferences

Research and Academic Experiences

Research Assistance, University of Maine -- Orono, ME
2022 - Current
  • Project 1: Developed and analyzed uncertainty quantification techniques for Bayesian and probabilistic models, integrating a control barrier function (CBF) to ensure safe operations of ground vehicles.
  • Project 2: Designed goal navigation and state estimation model using Spatial Transformation Networks.
  • Project 3: Explored safe reinforcement learning in realistic simulation environments.
  • Project 4: Applied genetic algorithm to identify the largest circles in complex maps for spatial optimization.
  • Project 5: Enhanced robot positioning systems to improve safe control capabilities.
  • Project 6: Optimized a fall-detection model for ground robots to identify and report fallen individuals during periodic inspections.
  • Project 7: Conducted distance-aware worst-case analysis for spline-based neural networks.
  • Project 8: Implemented simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) for autonomous navigation tasks.
Volunteer Researcher, CompuMAINE, University of Maine -- Orono, Maine
2021 - 2022

Conducted statistical analysis of 3D chromosome territories, contributing to genomic research.

VLSI Course Project, Amirkabir University of Technology -- Tehran, Iran
2014
  • Designed, simulated, and post-simulated a custom I2C IC using Cadence tools, including circuit, layout, and post-layout verification.
Instructure, University of Seyyed Jamaleddin Asadabadi -- Asadabad, Hamedan, Iran
2015
  • Taught courses on computer system architecture to two student groups.
Teaching Assistant, Electronics I -- Amirkabir University, Tehran, Iran
2012-2013

Industrial Experiences

Electronics and Hardware Developer, Shokat -- Tehran, Iran
2017 - 2019
  • Designed and developed electronic boards for smart heaters, facilitating the production and sale of approximately 20,000 units.
Electronics and Hardware Developer, KTC -- Tehran, Iran
2014-2018
  • Developed and tested electronic boards for Oil-Gas and power station control and monitoring systems, including AIOH, DIO, RTD, and DITT cards.
  • Enhanced DCS and SCADA software by optimizing performance, adding hardware health logs, and integrating HART commands.
  • Developed and tested a three-phase energy meter for industrial applications.
Software and Hardware Developer, IRMFC -- Tehran, Iran
2014-2019
  • Engineered and led manufacturing of custom-designed gas process unit laboratories featuring MFCs, back-pressure controllers, transmitters, and sensors for industrial use.
Hardware Designer, ITS -- Tehran, Iran
2012-2019
  • Designed and produced DC motor controllers and brushless motor controller boards for medical saws and drills.
Hardware Designer, Yazd University (Arsen Group) -- Yazd, Iran
2012
  • Designed electrical circuits for a hybrid vehicle competing in the Iranian Machine Design competition.

Hobbies

  • Exploring and learning new concepts and technologies quickly.
  • Conducting research and solving complex problems.
  • Collaborating with teams and fostering cooperation.
  • Walking, enjoying cinema and listening to music.
  • Reading books across various genres.