Hi, I'm Ahmed Harbi Elsayed 👋
Researcher @ DFKI (German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence).
MSc. in Marine and Maritime Intelligent Robotics.
Passionate about underwater robotics, SLAM, and computer vision.
Work Experience
Researcher
Working on Explainable AI in Marine Environments.
Computer Vision Intern
Developed computer vision algorithms for underwater applications.
VSLAM Intern
Researched Visual SLAM techniques for maritime environments.
Research Assistant
Research on Underwater Soft Robotics.
Innovation Engineer
Responsible for Innovation Hub Lab and supervising students.
Robotics Instructor
Taught robotics courses for students ages 6-17, introducing them to fundamental robotics concepts and hands-on projects.
ROV Instructor
Instructed students on remotely operated vehicle design and operation.
Education
MSc. in Marine & Maritime Intelligent Robotics
Thesis: Underwater Multi-Cam Deep SLAM
BSc. in Electromechanical Engineering
Graduation Project: RC Aircraft Design & Control | Grade: Excellent
- 🏆 Best Mechanical Engineering Graduation Project of the Year (2018) in Egypt
- 🥇 1st Place in Technical Design Report - SAE Aero Design 2018 Competition (Advanced Class), Van Nuys, California, USA - Among 37 universities
- Led tail design and conducted complete CFD analysis on the aircraft
Skills
Core: Computer Vision, Deep Learning, SLAM, ROS1/2
Languages: Python, C++, MATLAB
Tools: Unity, Docker, Git, SolidWorks, Ansys CFD
Academic Service
Volunteering
Team Member
Active member contributing to international exchange and leadership development programs.
Campus Director (Exchange Participant)
Led campus operations and facilitated cultural exchange programs during international exchange.
English Teacher (Exchange Participant)
Taught English to students and promoted cross-cultural understanding through educational exchange.
Media & Press
"This master's degree addresses pioneering techniques in underwater robotics"
Featured interview discussing my journey in underwater robotics, the EMJMD Marine and Maritime Intelligent Robotics (MIR) master's program, and the future of AI in underwater applications.
"I would recommend this program to someone who is really passionate about underwater robotics, as I believe this field can be challenging but incredibly rewarding... The challenges one faces in this field can be tough, but they are also what make it so interesting and fun."