Implementation of biomimetic control principles using neuromorphic optic flow sensors

This project is an assessment study on “neuromorphic computation of optic flow data” which combines top expertise in custom neuromorphic VLSI motion sensor design with real-time insect flight behavior and control
analysis.
We will study in-flight behavior of insects in real-time, for reverse engineering their ability to respond to both transversal and expanding optic flow, and design neuromorphic VLSI vision chips, for building compact low-power neuromorphic controllers. In this work we will carry out a systematic study to identify the principles used by flying insects to trigger landing responses; define the specifications for designing compact, low-power analog VLSI motion sensors; integrate the VLSI chip design and the principles derived from the fly experiments into a neuromorphic controller; and validate the neuromorphic controller to assess the potential of neuromorphic systems for space applications.