Professor Klein Appointed Head of Marine Technologies Department at University of Haifa

Prof. Klein has been selected as the new Head of the Hatter Department of Marine Technologies at The Leon H. Charney School of Marine Sciences, University of Haifa School of Marine Sciences! Prof. Klein aims to strengthen the department's position as a leader in innovative marine technologies research, cultivating an even more inclusive and collaborative academic environment, and preparing our students for the evolving challenges in their careers.

Prof. Klein Delivers Talk at Bosch Center for Artificial Intelligence (BCAI) 

Prof, Klein delivers an engaging lecture on “𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗛𝘆𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.”

His talk explored how advanced AI models can elevate inertial sensing and sensor fusion — core elements of autonomous systems across land, air, and sea. By integrating neural networks into established estimation frameworks, Prof. Klein showcased how hybrid approaches can address dynamic environments, reduce estimation errors, and enhance reliability.

Visit to the Institute of Navigation, Stuttgart University 

We exchanged innovative ideas and explored opportunities for joint research projects in the field of navigation. Many thanks to our hosts led by Prof. Thomas Hobiger  for the incredibly informative and engaging visit. We truly appreciate your warm hospitality and are excited about the potential for future collaborations! 

ANSFL at HiAI University of Haifa's AI Conference 

Many thanks to all the ANSFL team speakers and poster presenters! It was a pleasure to see you perform so well at HiAI, University of Haifa's AI conference. You received many positive comments about your research. Fantastic work! 😊

Overall our lab was represented by six speakers, three posters, one workshop, one session chair, and one conference co-chair. Congratulations to Daniel Engelsman who took first place, and to Aviad Etzion who earned second place in the outstanding talk competition. A huge Congratulations to Netta Palez for winning first place in the poster competition.

ANSFL at IEEE/ION PLANS 2025 

Taking place last week in Salt Lake City, the conference was packed with insightful sessions, invaluable networking, and a truly collaborative atmosphere. It was wonderful to reconnect with colleagues and forge new connections. But the highlight for me was undoubtedly watching my two exceptional PhD students deliver outstanding presentations last week:

Nadav Cohen shared his innovative work on Gaussian process regression for improved underwater navigation.

Zeev Yampolsky presented his fascinating research on neural inertial classification networks for pedestrian activity recognition, a collaborative effort with Victoria Khalfin Fekson and Ofir Kruzel Davila.

Their success is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and rigorous research throughout their doctoral studies. We are incredibly proud of their achievements!

Robotics and Navigation Workshop: A Resounding Success 

We at ANSFL are absolutely thrilled to announce the successful completion of our Robotics and Navigation Workshop! It was a fantastic day filled with insightful discussions, cutting-edge research presentations, and collaboration.

Participants had the opportunity to dive deep into the latest advancements in autonomous systems and intelligent navigation, exploring emerging trends

A special highlight of the workshop was the participation of our esteemed international guests. We extend our deepest gratitude to Prof. Dušan Nemec and Prof. Felipe O. Silva for their exceptional presentations and valuable contributions. Their expertise and insights were truly invaluable and greatly enriched the workshop experience.  We are grateful to all international and local speakers: Dr. Cristino de Souza Junior , Juraj Kekelák , Nadav Cohen, Aviad Etzion, Samuel Cohen-Salmon Daniel Engelsman and Zeev Yampolsky.

The workshop provided a platform not only for learning about the latest academic advancements but also for fostering meaningful connections and collaborations among participants. We believe these connections will continue to drive innovation in the field of robotics and navigation.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making this workshop a resounding success! We look forward to hosting more exciting events in the future. 

Robotics and Navigation Workshop 

ANSFL is thrilled to organize and host the Robotics and Navigation Workshop!

This workshop offers an opportunity to delve into state-of-the-art research in robotics and navigation, exploring the latest breakthroughs and emerging trends. We've designed this experience to provide insights into the latest academic advancements, but also to foster discussion and collaboration among participants. Prepare to engage with leading experts and peers as we explore the future of autonomous systems and intelligent navigation. We are delighted to host Prof. Dušan Nemec (University of Žilina, Slovakia) and Prof. Felipe Silva (Federal University of Lavras, Brazil) at the workshop and look forward to their talks.

👉 We are grateful for the Data Science Research Center at the University of Haifa support in this workshop

👉 Time and place: 12/03/25 09:30:13:00, University of Haifa

👉 Participation in the event is free of charge, but requires registration

Our paper is a feature paper in IEEE Open Journal of Vehicular Technology 

link: https://vtsociety.org/post/announcement/feature-articles-february-2025

Decentralized and Asymmetric Multi-Agent Learning in Construction Sites

Authors: Yakov Miron, Dan Navon, Yuval Goldfracht, Dotan Di Castro, and Itzik Klein

Published in volume 5, IEEE Open Journal of Vehicular Technology

This research tackles the challenge of automating construction site operations by teaching heavy machinery like bulldozers and dump trucks to work together without crashing into each other. By using advanced AI techniques, the study trains these machines to independently plan their movements while understanding and avoiding the actions of others. This decentralized approach not only improves safety but also boosts efficiency in tasks like leveling land or transporting materials. What makes it stand out is the use of behavior cloning—a method where machines learn by mimicking expert strategies—to bridge the gap between simulations and real-world construction environments. The study also introduces a novel way for each machine to focus on its unique task while sharing crucial environmental data, creating seamless teamwork. Ultimately, this research represents a leap forward in making construction sites not just smarter, but also safer and more cost-effective. 

Congratulations to Samuel Cohen on winning the Institute for Maritime Policy & Strategy  Excellence Scholarship!

Congratulations to Netta and Gal on winning the Bloom Graduate School Master Student Excellence Scholarship!

Congratulations to Daniel Engelsman on winning the University of Haifa PhD Excellence Scholarship!

This prize is a well-deserved recognition of your extraordinary achievements during your studies. Your hard work and dedication are an inspiration to us all!

SeaAI conference. Four talks from our team: Kobi Libero, Mor Yona, Zeev Yampolsky, and Nadav Cohen. Kobi received an award for his talk. Congratulation :-)