Christos Pliagkas

Project: “Implementation & assement of an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) model for the Cobb angle prediction using torso-surface metrics/indexes”

Responsibilities: • Lectures & Assignments Preparation • Student Assistance & Guidance • Assignments Assessment

Project: “Activity Classification Using A Hip-Worn Inertial Sensor” Responsibilities: • Research on Machine Learning Techniques (for Classification) • Implement a Support Vector Machines (SVM) algorithm Design and realization of experiments for data acquisition • Data pre- & post-processing of the experimental data • Test & Evaluation of the SVM classification algorithm • Statistical Analysis of the results • Technical documentation & Presentation

Project: “Design and Construction of two robotic platforms suitable for earthquake ruins environment aiming at area exploration, victim identification, grasping and carrying specific objects” Responsibilities: • Setup specifications/requirements • Selection of materials and actuation system • Kinematic and dynamic simulations of the vehicle and the robotic arm • Design of the two vehicles and a robotic arm • Mechanical component construction & assembly of both platforms

Traineeship at the following subjects: - Administration of Mechanical & Electrical projects - Quality Control - Storage of Manufactured Materials - Technical Research - Mechanical Design