ARROW Faculty Alessandro Sabato Chosen for NSF CAREER Award

ARROW Faculty Alessandro Sabato Chosen for NSF CAREER Award

“Dr. Alessandro Sabato (UMass Lowell – Mechanical and Industrial Engineering), has received the Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) Award from the National Science Foundation for his project titled: “CAREER: Enhancing Measurements of Dynamic Features in Large-Scale Structures via Three-Dimensional Aerial Stereovision.” This five-year, $607,855 grant supports the development of advanced drone-borne stereo vision and motion magnification techniques for monitoring the 3D structural dynamics of aging structures, such wind turbines and bridges. By enabling accurate, non-contact measurements of structural motion, the project aims to reduce inspection costs and enhance the safety and resilience of these critical systems. The award also supports educational outreach focused on engaging for undergraduate students and career-transitioning individuals through hands-on modules in computer vision and drone technology training. The project addresses critical challenges in structural monitoring while also helping to prepare a more technologically skilled and workforce-ready generation of STEM professionals. More details about the award can be found here.