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Current Lab Members

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Michael Bondarenko is currently a fourth-year Biology - Life Sciences student who is studying at Ontario Tech University. He has a deep understanding of plant biology and development, as well as the needs and requirements for managing crop growth and yield. With a passion in biology, especially with agricultural issues, he’s been contributing as a research technician and working under Dr. Jaho Seo to develop autonomous farming solutions. 

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Hyungsuk Seo is a recent graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering in Automotive from Ontario Tech University. He has a strong interest in automotive engineering, robotics, and autonomous systems, with experience gained through academic projects and professional roles. His expertise spans CAD design (Siemens NX, SOLIDWORKS), MATLAB, and programming in C++ and Python. Hyungsuk led a successful Capstone Design project, where he developed an Automatically Dimming Sun Visor, which won first place in his program. His passion for problem-solving has been a driving force in his roles as a Vehicle Design Co-op Student. Currently, Hyungsuk is focused on applying his skills to robotics engineering and autonomous vehicle development, with an interest in SLAM, ROS 2, and LiDAR-based navigation systems. Additionally, he is volunteering to help Dr. Jaho Seo at the AVEC Lab on a project to develop autonomous farming solutions, specifically in the navigation part.

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Kenneth Martinez is a third year Mechatronics Engineering student at Ontario Tech University, specializing in robotics and automation. He is working on a robotic strawberry-picking system at Moduleaf Technologies under Dr. Jaho Seo. Kenneth’s early training as an electrical technician during high school in his home country led to an internship at the Panama Canal, where he gained practical experience in large-scale engineering. He is proficient in ROS2, MoveIt2, Python, computer vision, and 3D printing. Additionally, he is exploring machine learning, AI, and control systems, with a growing interest in entrepreneurship and innovation in robotics.

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