UTD Professor Secures DARPA Director’s Fellowship for Cutting-Edge UAV Wireless Power Transfer Research
Dr. Ifana Mahbub, an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at The University of Texas at Dallas, has been honored with the prestigious Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Director’s Fellowship, building upon her prior receipt of the Young Faculty Award in 2021. This recognition, accompanied by a $250,000 grant, amplifies her groundbreaking research in far-field wireless power transfer for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Mahbub's work aims to revolutionize UAV capabilities by enabling in-flight recharging without the need for landings, leveraging electromagnetic waves over longer distances than conventional methods. This breakthrough not only extends operational ranges but also holds promise for various sectors, including surveillance and delivery services. DARPA's acknowledgment underscores the significance of Mahbub's research in advancing wireless technology and aerial systems.
UTD Professor Secures DARPA Director’s Fellowship for Cutting-Edge UAV Wireless Power Transfer Research
