About Me / My Story

I have been passionate about robotics for as long as I can remember. My journey started at a very young age — around 8 years old — when I began experimenting with simple motors, batteries, and basic electrical components, trying to understand how things move and interact. What started as curiosity quickly became a deep and lasting passion.

By the age of 12, I began taking robotics more seriously, attending formal classes and learning the fundamentals of programming and electronics. During these early years, I built multiple robotic systems and actively participated in competitions, where I consistently achieved top results. These experiences not only strengthened my technical skills but also shaped my mindset as a builder and problem solver.

Even before starting university, I had already developed a solid foundation in robotics. I was familiar with programming in C++, and had hands-on experience with tools such as CodeVision and Proteus. I had built several robotic systems independently, driven by curiosity, creativity, and a strong desire to bring ideas to life.

Since there was no dedicated undergraduate program in robotics at the time in my country, I chose to study Mechanical Engineering as the closest and most relevant field. During my Bachelor’s degree, I continuously worked on robotics projects — both as part of my coursework and independently. I also joined the FUM Robotics Lab, where I deepened my understanding of robotics systems and gained valuable hands-on experience. At the same time, I was already working as a mechanical and robotics engineer, gaining real-world experience alongside my academic studies.

After completing my Bachelor’s degree, I decided to take the next step and fully dedicate myself to robotics by pursuing a Master’s degree in Robotics Engineering in Italy. The program at the University of Genova stood out to me due to its strong focus on advanced robotics and its close collaboration with leading research institutions.

During my Master’s, I worked on multiple advanced robotics projects and joined the Dynamic Legged Systems (DLS) Lab at the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT). There, I conducted my thesis on robotic systems for quadruped platforms, which later led to a first-author IEEE/ASME publication. I graduated as the top student in my program, and immediately after graduation, I continued my work at IIT as a Robotics Mechanical Engineer.

Today, I work on advanced robotic systems, including quadruped robots and space-related applications, contributing to projects in collaboration with major organizations such as ESA and Thales Alenia Space. My work spans the full pipeline — from concept and design to simulation, prototyping, and real-world validation.

Robotics is not just my profession — it has been a lifelong passion. I am deeply driven by the challenge of building intelligent machines that can operate in complex environments. My creativity, persistence, and hands-on approach have been constant throughout my journey, and I continue to push myself to design and develop increasingly advanced robotic systems.