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Established in 2007 within the Department of Engineering, The Centre for Robotics Research (CORE) is a leading hub for multidisciplinary robotics innovation.

Integrating expertise from mechanical engineering, electronics, computer science, AI, and systems design, CORE addresses real-world challenges through cross-sector collaboration.

With partnerships across manufacturing, healthcare, automotive, food, and space industries, the centre fosters global impact through a network of 100+ academic and industrial collaborators. It features over 350m² of dedicated robotics lab space as part of a £40 million engineering investment.

CORE has contributed to over £30 million in R&D projects funded by major bodies including UKRI, EU, RAEng, RS, UKSA, and ESA.

 

Priorities

Enabling sustainable solutions

Our research advances the robotics and autonomous systems that contribute to sustainable practices across industries, from manufacturing and space to healthcare.

Innovating ethical robotics

We commit to ethical considerations, researching robotics with a focus on responsibility, transparency and inclusivity.

Interdisciplinary excellence

We aim to lead in interdisciplinary research, fostering collaborations that transcend traditional boundaries and amplify the impact of robotic advancements.

Empowering future innovators

Through cutting-edge educational programs (such as CORE-led MSc and PhD in Robotics), we aspire to empower the next generation of robotics leaders, equipping them with the skills and mindset needed to tackle future challenges.

Global thought leadership

We envision our research and educational initiatives contributing to global thought leadership in robotics, influencing the discourse and shaping the trajectory of this dynamic field.

People

Nicola Bailey

Senior Lecturer in Engineering

Oya Celiktutan

Reader in AI and Robotics

Jian Dai

Emeritus Professor of Mechanisms and Robotics

Antonio Forte

Senior Lecturer in Engineering

Yang Gao

Professor of Robotics in the Department of Engineering

Publications

    News

    King's Culture announces Creative Practice Catalyst Seed Fund recipients

    King's Culture announce the recipients of a new creative practice seed fund, enabling researchers and academics to consolidate relationships with partners in...

    Collaborative workshop at Science Gallery London

    “Interactive, fascinating, new experiences”: King's inspires future engineers at Success for Black Students outreach days

    Academics, students and technicians came together to bring engineering to life for 64 London highschoolers at two Success for Black Students events.

    Dr Naseem Ramli helping students SFBS

    King's welcomes The Princess Royal for official opening of the Quad

    HRH The Princess Royal, in her role as Chancellor of the University of London, officially opened the Quadrangle (Quad) building at King’s College London.

    The Princess Royal speaking with members of King's during the official opening of the Quad

    Former Paralympian builds brighter future for prosthetic limb users with King's

    Britain’s former youngest Paralympian tested prototype prosthetic arms to create better designs

    David Hills and Sign

    People

    Nicola Bailey

    Senior Lecturer in Engineering

    Oya Celiktutan

    Reader in AI and Robotics

    Jian Dai

    Emeritus Professor of Mechanisms and Robotics

    Antonio Forte

    Senior Lecturer in Engineering

    Yang Gao

    Professor of Robotics in the Department of Engineering

    Publications

      News

      King's Culture announces Creative Practice Catalyst Seed Fund recipients

      King's Culture announce the recipients of a new creative practice seed fund, enabling researchers and academics to consolidate relationships with partners in...

      Collaborative workshop at Science Gallery London

      “Interactive, fascinating, new experiences”: King's inspires future engineers at Success for Black Students outreach days

      Academics, students and technicians came together to bring engineering to life for 64 London highschoolers at two Success for Black Students events.

      Dr Naseem Ramli helping students SFBS

      King's welcomes The Princess Royal for official opening of the Quad

      HRH The Princess Royal, in her role as Chancellor of the University of London, officially opened the Quadrangle (Quad) building at King’s College London.

      The Princess Royal speaking with members of King's during the official opening of the Quad

      Former Paralympian builds brighter future for prosthetic limb users with King's

      Britain’s former youngest Paralympian tested prototype prosthetic arms to create better designs

      David Hills and Sign

      Group lead

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