Chidike Vincent

Research Developer Uav Disaster Response Project @Sheffield Hallam University Computer Science And Computer Science With Artificial Intelligence

Sheffield, GB

Working on the development of a multi-UAV system designed to assist in disaster response operations through real-time data capture, processing, and intelligent decision support. The project combines drone hardware engineering, embedded systems, and intelligent software to deliver critical insights in search and rescue missions.Hands-on responsibilities include full-scale assembly and integration of drone components — from configuring power distribution, ESCs, flight controller (Pixhawk PX4), GPS, telemetry modules, sensors, and onboard computer systems — to identifying compatibility gaps, resolving wiring challenges, and validating system-level power and signal architecture.Also developing a custom web application that will display real-time drone telemetry, GPS tracking, and summarized video footage captured during flight missions. The system is designed to prioritize key moments (e.g, human detection or unusual activity), reducing the data load and response latency during emergency operations.Currently exploring the integration of Quantum AI-based algorithms for onboard video summarization, enabling faster transmission of high-impact content to ground teams while minimizing bandwidth usage.This role bridges the gap between hardware and software, combining engineering precision with intelligent automation — contributing to a project that aims to make meaningful real-world impact in disaster management and humanitarian response.

Federal University of Technology Owerri Nigeria

Bachelor of Engineering - BE

Sheffield Hallam University

Master's degree