Jesty Jacob

Hi, I’m Jesty Jacob, a Computer Science student at the United Arab Emirates University, with a minor in Artificial Intelligence and a strong passion for building things that work in the real world. My academic and research journey has focused on computer vision, robotics, and machine learning, where I’ve been fortunate to lead and contribute to projects that blur the line between theory and application.

My journey in technology has led me to work on exciting projects in robotics, computer vision, and machine learning. I’m currently working on a research project to enhance Artificial Potential Field (APF) navigation algorithms for mobile robots,specifically addressing the narrow path challenge using LiDAR-based perception and real-time control systems. This is also the core of my senior graduation project, and one of several experiences that has taught me how unpredictable, exciting, and humbling real-world robotics can be.

I also co-led a research study on solar panel fault classification using CNNs, which is under review for publication. Along the way, I've built systems for 3D GIS visualization, sentiment analysis on Steam game reviews, and even competed in (and won) an autonomous racing competition at my university.

What ties everything together is my drive to solve problems that matter, whether that's through research, rapid prototyping, or creative collaboration. I'm always on the lookout for opportunities to learn, connect, and contribute, especially in spaces where AI meets real-world complexity.