Dr. Kadeghe Goodluck Fue

Senior Lecturer • Registered Professional Engineer (PE11382) • AI & Robotics Leader

Sokoine University of Agriculture
Department of Agricultural Engineering and Computer Planning
Morogoro, Tanzania

Email: kadefue@sua.ac.tz | kadefue@gmail.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kadefue
ORCID: orcid.org/0000-0001-6362-3174
Scopus ID: 56711330500
YouTube: youtube.com/user/kadefue

Professional Summary

Accomplished senior software development engineer and AI leader with over 15 years of professional experience. Proven track record in designing, coding, and maintaining robust full-stack software architectures, database systems, and mechatronic systems. Combines academic rigor with applied engineering to deliver scalable digital services, machine vision networks, and autonomous hardware-software integrations.

Technical Stack & Competencies

Robotics, IoT & GIS

  • Robotics frameworks: ROS/ROS2, Gazebo, MoveIt!, Robot Kinematics
  • Hardware integration: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, PX4/ArduPilot
  • Geospatial systems: QGIS, ArcGIS, MapServer, OpenLayers, Spatial Data

AI, Programming & Architecture

  • Languages: Python, C/C++, JavaScript, R, PHP, SQL
  • Machine learning: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, OpenCV, YOLOv8
  • Software & Databases: Django, Laravel, MySQL, MSSQL, PostgreSQL, Docker, Linux

Extraordinary Achievements (EB-1A Focus)

Original Contribution

Invented a novel "Modified Pure Pursuit" control algorithm, cited by peer-reviewed papers and adopted as a benchmark.

Awards

Winner, AI for Equity Challenge: Advancing Climate Action, Gender Equality, and Health, leading the team with $25,000 AWS credits.

Judging Work

Reviewer for IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters (RA-L) and Computers and Electronics in Agriculture.

Critical Role

Technical Lead for the World Bank HEET Project component at SUA ($2.0M portfolio).

Education

PhD in Engineering (AI and Robotics)
University of Georgia, USA • GPA: Magna Cum Laude
2016 – 2020
MSc in Agricultural and Biological Engineering (Precision Agriculture)
University of Florida, USA • GPA: Summa Cum Laude
2012 – 2014
BSc in Computer Engineering & Information Technology
University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania • GPA: Magna Cum Laude
2007 – 2011

Professional Experience

Senior Lecturer / Lead Engineer / Principal Investigator / HEET Digitalization Leader

Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) - Academic Information Management and Support Unit

Managerial Leadership: Working as HEET Digitalization Leader managing a $2.0M World Bank HEET Project portfolio. Leading the team on improvement of Online Learning Tools, Upgrading of ICT Infrastructure (Core LAN system), Development of the cutting-edge Information System for Academic issues and Improving power backup.

  • Strategic Leadership: Architected the technical roadmap for the new Electronics and Precision Agriculture Lab. As PI of the Lab, I am spearheading the development of novel technologies for Agriculture and Environmental Health Systems
  • Impact: Managed a cross-functional team of 3+ engineers and researchers. Hosting students from SUA and other 3 universities across Tanzania

Geospatial Research Scholar

US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and North Carolina State University (NCSU)

Spearheaded the development of AI-driven robotics for precision agriculture, focusing on multi-UGV coordination and real-time winter crops detection.

  • Innovation: Developed a Modified Pure Pursuit algorithm improving path tracking by 30%.
  • Tech Stack: ROS, Python, OpenCV, NVIDIA Jetson, SolidWorks.

Graduate Research Assistant

University of Georgia (UGA)

Developed autonomous cotton harvesting robots and yield estimation systems using deep learning (YOLO).

Assistant Lecturer

Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA)

Tutorial Assistant

Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA)

Electronics and Precision Agriculture Lab Innovations

Autonomous Spraying Robot

Robotics

Implemented autonomous mission planning and execution for a multi-UGV fleet used in agricultural mapping and spraying operations (PX4/ArduPilot, ROS).

Real-Time Yield Estimation

AI / Vision

Developed a deep learning pipeline using YOLO and SORT tracking to count cotton bolls in real-time video feeds with 95% accuracy.

Cotton Harvesting Robot

Robotics

Designed the end-effector and manipulator control system for a redbot ground vehicle to autonomously harvest cotton bolls (MoveIt!, Kinematics).

Variable Rate Sprayer

IoT / Embedded

Created an IoT-enabled smart sprayer that adjusts chemical application based on real-time sensor data, reducing waste by 40% (ESP32, MQTT).

TanPredikt

AI / Forecasting

Prediction of Rain-fed Maize Yield in Tanzania using Time-series Machine Learning Models and Satellite Data.

NAISS-GAI

Auto-Irrigation

Towards a Nationwide Automatic Irrigation Scheduling System.

YEESI Lab Ecosystem

Innovation

Youth Empowerment through Establishment of Social Innovation. Skilling for job creation.

SG-NAPI Seed Grant

Grant / Research

TWAS-BMBF Seed Grant for high-level research projects in African countries.

Teaching & Courses

Graduate Program (PhD & Masters)

AEC 813 — Artificial Intelligence, IoT and GIS Application in Agriculture

PhD Students

Advanced topics in machine learning for agriculture, spatial data analysis (GIS), sensor integration, edge AI deployment, and research methodologies for PhD projects.

ABE 715 — Computer Programming

Masters Students

Structured programming, data structures, algorithmic thinking, and application development in Python and C for engineering problem solving.

Undergraduate Program

AGE 418 — Sensors and Controls for Precision Agriculture

Seniors

Sensor technologies, control systems, data acquisition, and system design for automated precision agriculture platforms.

BPE 419 — Mechatronics

Seniors

Integration of mechanical, electronic, and software subsystems; actuators, embedded controllers, and practical robotics labs.

AGE 328 — Communications and Computer Networking

Juniors

Fundamentals of networking, wireless communications, protocols, and networked systems for IoT applications.

AGE 316 — Microcomputer Systems

Juniors

Microcontroller programming, embedded system architectures, interfacing, and low-level system design using Arduino and ESP32.

AGE 310 — Instrumentation and Measurements

Juniors

Principles of measurement, instrumentation design, sensor calibration, data logging, and signal conditioning for field and lab use.

AGE 219 — Introduction to Computer Programming

Sophomores

Introductory programming concepts, problem-solving with code, basic algorithms, and practical labs using Python.

AGE 214 — Introduction to Electronics

Sophomores

Foundations of electronics, circuit analysis, analog/digital components, and hands-on lab exercises to build simple systems.

Scientific Publications (57 Unique Items)

1. A Methodological Critique of Machine Learning in Tanzanian Agriculture: Rigor, Reproducibility, and a Roadmap for Real-World Impact

2026

Authors: K Fue

Zenodo, 1-7, 2026

2. Advanced Kinematic Control and Reinforcement Learning Optimization for Center-Articulated Agricultural Rovers: A Comparative Study of Tracking Accuracy and Energy Efficiency

2026

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue

SSRN Electronic Journal DOI: 10.2139/ssrn.6359738

3. Spatial-temporal assessment of water quality parameters in Mindu Reservoir, Morogoro, for conservation support

2026

Authors: N. L. Mwampamba, Kadeghe G. Fue, Proches Msigula Hieronimo, Henry Fatael Mahoo

International Journal of Environmental Studies, 1-18 DOI: 10.1080/00207233.2026.2626209

4. Digitalization of precision fertilization in East Africa: adoption, benefits and losses

2025

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Geofrey Prudence Baitu, Osden Jokonya, Steven A. Banwart, Lisé Korsten

Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 9 7 Citations DOI: 10.3389/fsufs.2025.1497577

5. Assessing the potential for application of machine learning in predicting weather-sensitive waterborne diseases in selected districts of Tanzania

2025

Authors: Neema Nicodemus Lyimo, Kadeghe G. Fue, Silvia Francis Materu, Ndimile Charles Kilatu, Joseph P. Telemala

Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence, 8, 1597727-1597727 3 Citations DOI: 10.3389/frai.2025.1597727

6. Development of a web-based application for monitoring water quality parameters using remote sensing: case of Mindu Reservoir

2025

Authors: N. L. Mwampamba, Kadeghe G. Fue, Proches Hieronimo, H. F. Mahoo

International Journal of Energy and Water Resources, 10(1) 1 Citations DOI: 10.1007/s42108-025-00431-2

7. Assessment of the Economic Impact of Pressure Variation in Drip Irrigation Systems for Maize Production

2025

Authors: Jane S.V Wurda, Andrew K.P.R. Tarimo, Kadeghe G. Fue

Asian Journal of Advances in Agricultural Research, 25(9), 34-51 DOI: 10.9734/ajaar/2025/v25i9669

8. Estimation of Spatial-Temporal Variations of Water Quality Parameters Using Remote Sensing: A Case of Mindu Reservoir, Morogoro, Tanzania

2025

Authors: NL Mwampamba, K Fue, P Hieronimo, H Mahoo

Journal of Drought and Climate change Research 3 (3), 2025

9. Modelling and performance evaluation of a drip irrigation system under different pressure heads

2025

Authors: JSV Wurda, AKPR Tarimo, KG Fue

Water and Environmental Sustainability 5 (4), 1-14, 2025

10. Meta-Analysis Assessing Potential of Drone Remote Sensing in Estimating Plant Traits Related to Nitrogen Use Efficiency

2024

Authors: Jingcheng Zhang, Yuncai Hu, Fei Li, Kadeghe G. Fue, Kang Yu

SSRN Electronic Journal 23 Citations DOI: 10.3390/rs16050838

11. Assessment of salt-affected soil in selected rice irrigation schemes in Tanzania: understanding salt types for optimizing management approaches

2024

Authors: Moh’d M. Omar, Boniface H. J. Massawe, Mawazo J. Shitindi, Ole Pedersen, Joel Meliyo, Kadeghe G. Fue

Frontiers in Soil Science, 4 22 Citations DOI: 10.3389/fsoil.2024.1372838

12. Modeling the electrical conductivity relationship between saturated paste extract and 1:2.5 dilution in different soil textural classes

2024

Authors: Moh’d M. Omar, Mawazo J. Shitindi, Boniface H. J. Massawe, Ole Pedersen, Joel Meliyo, Kadeghe G. Fue

Frontiers in Soil Science, 4 18 Citations DOI: 10.3389/fsoil.2024.1421661

13. Fostering Problem-Based and Challenge-Based Learning Through Students' Engagement in Hackathons

2024

Authors: Joseph P. Telemala, Kadeghe G. Fue, Alcardo Alex Barakabitze, Camilius Sanga, Glen C. Rains

Advances in higher education and professional development book series, 182-206 DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-1467-8.ch009

14. A Review of Successes and Impeding Challenges of IoT-Based Insect Pest Detection Systems for Estimating Agroecosystem Health and Productivity of Cotton

2023

Authors: Denis Olgen Kiobia, Canicius Mwitta, Kadeghe G. Fue, Jason M. Schmidt, David G. Riley, Glen C. Rains

Sensors, 23(8), 4127-4127 61 Citations DOI: 10.3390/s23084127

15. Salt-affected soils in Tanzanian agricultural lands: Type of soils and extent of the problem

2023

Authors: M. M Omar, Mawazo J. Shitindi, Boniface H. J. Massawe, Kadeghe G. Fue, Joel Meliyo, Ole Pedersen

Sustainable Environment, 9(1) 30 Citations DOI: 10.1080/27658511.2023.2205731

16. Comparison of Single-Shot and Two-Shot Deep Neural Network Models for Whitefly Detection in IoT Web Application

2022

Authors: Chinmay U. Parab, Canicius Mwitta, Miller Hayes, Jason M. Schmidt, David G. Riley, Kadeghe G. Fue, Suchendra M. Bhandarkar, Glen C. Rains

AgriEngineering, 4(2), 507-522 23 Citations DOI: 10.3390/agriengineering4020034

17. Exploring farmers’ perception, knowledge, and management techniques of salt-affected soils to enhance rice production on small land holdings in Tanzania

2022

Authors: M. M Omar, Mawazo J. Shitindi, Boniface H. J. Massawe, Kadeghe G. Fue, Ole Pedersen, Joel Meliyo

Cogent Food & Agriculture, 8(1) 22 Citations DOI: 10.1080/23311932.2022.2140470

18. Opportunities for Robotic Systems and Automation in Cotton Production

2021

Authors: Edward M. Barnes, Gaylon D. Morgan, Kater Hake, Jon Devine, Ryan Kurtz, Gregory A. Ibendahl, Ajay Sharda, Glen C. Rains, John L. Snider, Joe Mari Maja, J. Alex Thomasson, Yuzhen Lu, Hussein Gharakhani, James M. Griffin, Emi Kimura, Robert G. Hardin, Tyson B. Raper, Sierra Young, Kadeghe G. Fue, Mathew G. Pelletier, John D. Wanjura, Gregory Holt

AgriEngineering, 3(2), 339-362 50 Citations DOI: 10.3390/agriengineering3020023

19. Ensemble Method of Deep Learning, Color Segmentation, and Image Transformation to Track, Localize, and Count Cotton Bolls Using a Moving Camera in Real-Time

2021

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Wesley M. Porter, Edward M. Barnes, Glen C. Rains

Transactions of the ASABE, 64(1), 341-352 17 Citations DOI: 10.13031/trans.13112

20. A simple convolutional neural network architecture for monitoring Tuta absoluta (Gelechiidae) infestation in tomato plants.

2021

Authors: SK Mourice, FJ Mlebus, KG Fue

2nd SUA Scientific Conference 1 (1), 2021

21. An Extensive Review of Mobile Agricultural Robotics for Field Operations: Focus on Cotton Harvesting

2020

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Wesley M. Porter, Edward M. Barnes, Glen C. Rains

AgriEngineering, 2(1), 150-174 154 Citations DOI: 10.3390/agriengineering2010010

22. Agricultural internet of things and decision support for precision smart farming

2020

Authors: G Fastelini, C Schillaci, T Crestey, B Tisseyre, S Fountas, E Anastasiou, ...

Academic Press, 2020 124 Citations

23. Precision farming and IoT case studies across the world

2020

Authors: G Fastelini, C Schillaci, T Crestey, B Tisseyre, S Fountas, E Anastasiou, ...

Agricultural Internet of Things and Decision Support for Precision Smart …, 2020 68 Citations

24. Autonomous Navigation of a Center-Articulated and Hydrostatic Transmission Rover using a Modified Pure Pursuit Algorithm in a Cotton Field

2020

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Wesley M. Porter, Edward M. Barnes, Changying Li, Glen C. Rains

Sensors, 20(16), 4412-4412 42 Citations DOI: 10.3390/s20164412

25. Center-Articulated Hydrostatic Cotton Harvesting Rover Using Visual-Servoing Control and a Finite State Machine

2020

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Wesley M. Porter, Edward M. Barnes, Changying Li, Glen C. Rains

Electronics, 9(8), 1226-1226 40 Citations DOI: 10.3390/electronics9081226

26. Evaluation of a Stereo Vision System for Cotton Row Detection and Boll Location Estimation in Direct Sunlight

2020

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Wesley M. Porter, Edward M. Barnes, Changying Li, Glen C. Rains

Agronomy, 10(8), 1137-1137 31 Citations DOI: 10.3390/agronomy10081137

27. Development of the Autonomous Cotton Harvesting Robot

2020

Authors: KG Fue

University of Georgia, 2020 3 Citations

28. Current and Potential Robotic Applications to Improve Cotton Production

2020

Authors: E Barnes, G Morgan, K Hake, J Devine, R Kurtz, T Griffin, G Ibendahl, ...

https://cottonleads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/2020BW-RoboticsUpdate …, 2020

29. Field testing of the autonomous cotton harvesting Roverin undefoliated cotton field

2020

Authors: KG Fue, WM Porter, EM Barnes, GC Rains

30. <i>Visual Control of Cotton-picking Rover and Manipulator using a ROS-independent Finite State Machine</i>

2019

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Edward M. Barnes, Wesley M. Porter, Glen C. Rains

2019 Boston, Massachusetts July 7- July 10, 2019 8 Citations DOI: 10.13031/aim.201900779

31. Initial Possibilities for Robotic Cotton Harvest

2019

Authors: EM Barnes, K Hake, TW Griffin, GC Rains, JMJ Maja, JA Thomasson, ...

2019 Beltwide Cotton Conferences, 2019 6 Citations

32. Visual Inverse Kinematics for Cotton Picking Robot

2019

Authors: K Fue, W Porter, E Barnes, G Rains

Beltwide Cotton Conferences, 2019 6 Citations

33. Visual Row Detection Using Pixel-Based Algorithm and Stereo Camera for Cotton Picking Robot

2019

Authors: K Fue, W Porter, E Barnes, G Rains

Beltwide Cotton Conferences, 2019 6 Citations

34. Piloting Crowdsourcing Platform for Monitoring and Evaluation of Projects

2019

Authors: Camilius Sanga, Neema Nicodemus Lyimo, Kadeghe G. Fue, Joseph P. Telemala, Fredy Kilima, Maulilio J. Kipanyula

Advances in logistics, operations, and management science book series, 199-217 DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-4200-1.ch010

35. Exploring Information Seeking Behavior of Farmers’ in Information Related to Climate Change Adaptation Through ICT (CHAI)

2018

Authors: S. D. Tumbo, Nicholaus Mwalukasa, Kadeghe G. Fue, M. R. S. Mlozi, Ruth Haug, Camilius Sanga

The International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 19(3) 58 Citations DOI: 10.19173/irrodl.v19i3.3229

36. Real-time 3-D measurement of cotton boll positions using machine vision under field conditions

2018

Authors: KG Fue, GC Rains, WM Porter

2018 Beltwide Cotton Conferences, San Antonio, 2018 24 Citations

37. Deep Learning based Real-time GPU-accelerated Tracking and Counting of Cotton Bolls under Field Conditions using a Moving Camera

2018

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Wesley M. Porter, Glen C. Rains

2018 Detroit, Michigan July 29 - August 1, 2018 21 Citations DOI: 10.13031/aim.201800831

38. e-Agriculture Promising Practice: UshauriKilimo. org: web and mobile phones for extension services in Tanzania

2018

Authors: CA Sanga

FAO;, 2018 6 Citations

39. EVALUATING THE EFFECT OF PLANTER DOWNFORCE AND SEED VIGOR ON CROP EMERGENCE AND YIELD IN HILL-DROP VS SINGULATED COTTON

2018

Authors: SS Virk, WM Porter, K Fue, JL Snider, J Whitaker

BWCC, 2018 2 Citations

40. Understanding Strategies for Implementing Integrated Information Systems for Rabies Surveillance

2018

Authors: Anna M. Geofrey, Maulilio J. Kipanyula, Kadeghe G. Fue, Camilius Sanga

International Journal of User-Driven Healthcare, 7(1), 13-26 DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-5640-4.ch008

41. The Use of Participatory Approaches in Developing ICT‐Based Systems for Disseminating Agricultural Knowledge and Information for Farmers in Developing Countries: The Case of Tanzania

2017

Authors: Alcardo Alex Barakabitze, Kadeghe G. Fue, Camilius Sanga

The Electronic Journal of Information Systems in Developing Countries, 78(1), 1-23 106 Citations DOI: 10.1002/j.1681-4835.2017.tb00576.x

42. Developing a Framework for Next Generation Integrated Agro Food-Advisory Systems in Developing Countries

2017

Authors: Alcardo Alex Barakabitze, Kadeghe G. Fue, Edvin J. Kitindi, Camilius Sanga

International Journal of Information Communication Technologies and Human Development, 8(4), 13-31 13 Citations DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-1629-3.ch004

43. Understanding Crowdsourcing of Agricultural Market Information in a Pilot Study

2017

Authors: Musa Fadhili Juma, Kadeghe G. Fue, Alcardo Alex Barakabitze, Neema Nicodemus, Mawazo Mwita Magesa, Fredy Kilima, Camilius Sanga

International Journal of Technology Diffusion, 8(4), 1-16 11 Citations DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-8182-6.ch045

44. ECAWsoft: A Web based Climate and Weather Data Visualization for Big Data Analysis

2017

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Camilius Sanga, S. D. Tumbo

Global Journal of Computer Science and Technology 17 (1), 33-43, 2017, 17(1) 1 Citations

45. Analyzing usage of crowdsourcing platform Ushaurikilimo' by pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in Tanzania

2016

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Anna Geoffrey, M. R. S. Mlozi, S. D. Tumbo, Ruth Haug, Camilius Sanga

International Journal of Instructional Technology and Distance Learning 13 …, 2016 15 Citations

46. Web and Mobile Phone Based Rabies Surveillance System for Humans and Animals in Kilosa District, Tanzania

2016

Authors: Maulilio J. Kipanyula, Anna M. Geofrey, Kadeghe G. Fue, M. R. S. Mlozi, S. D. Tumbo, Ruth Haug, Camilius Sanga

International Journal of Information Communication Technologies and Human Development, 8(2), 47-59 10 Citations DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-0983-7.ch023

47. On Piloting Web-Based Rabies Surveillance System for Humans and Animals

2016

Authors: Maulilio J. Kipanyula, Camilius Sanga, Anna M. Geofrey, Kadeghe G. Fue

Advances in healthcare information systems and administration book series, 305-323 4 Citations DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-1674-3.ch020

48. Delivery of agricultural extension service can be improved through mobile phones

2016

Authors: MRS Mlozi, C Sanga, S Tumbo, M Mussa, KG Fue, R Haug

Sokoine University of Agriculture, 2016 3 Citations

49. Experimenting open agricultural extension service in Tanzania: A case of Kilosa Open Data Initiative (KODI)

2016

Authors: Camilius Sanga, Masamaki, Joseph Phillipo, Kadeghe G. Fue, Mlozi, Malongo R., S. D. Tumbo

Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research 3 (6), 116-124, 2016 2 Citations

50. Remote Scheduling System for Drip Irrigation System Using Geographic Information System

2015

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Camilius Sanga

Journal of Geographic Information System, 07(05), 551-563 10 Citations DOI: 10.4236/jgis.2015.75044

51. Experts’ assignment algorithm for Cloud-based Agro-advisory Service Information System (CASIS) using weighted sum model: piloting CASIS

2015

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, S. D. Tumbo, Camilius Sanga

UbuntuNet Alliance annual conference 8 (1), 69-75, 2015 9 Citations DOI: 10.20374/210

52. A solar-powered, Wi-Fi re-programmable precision irrigation controller

2014

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, John K. Schueller, Arnold W. Schumann, S. D. Tumbo

Science, Computing and Telecommunications (PACT), 2014 Pan African …, 2014, 171-176 11 Citations DOI: 10.1109/scat.2014.7055141

53. Web-Based Examination Results Release Information System For Cost Effective Strategies In Academic Institutions

2014

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Michael P. J. Mahenge, Lazaro S. P. Busagala

, 2(5), 21-32 1 Citations

54. Development Of a Precision Irrigation Control System For Horticultural Food Crops in Tanzania

2014

Authors: K Fue

University of Florida, 2014

55. Web-based System for Monitoring and Evaluation of Agricultural Projects

2013

Authors: C Sanga, K Fue, N Nicodemus, FTM Kilima

Interdisciplinary Studies on Information Technology and Business (ISITB …, 2013 5 Citations

56. Projects Monitoring and Evaluation Information System: Case study of EPINAV programme, Sokoine University of Agriculture-Tanzania

2012

Authors: C Sanga, K Fue, FTM Kilima

LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, 2012 3 Citations

57. DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM USING SMS VIA GSM FOR HOME ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2012

Authors: Kadeghe G. Fue, Charles N. Tarimo

Lulu.com 1, 56, 2012 1 Citations
Dr. Kadeghe Goodluck Fue

Dr. Kadeghe
Goodluck Fue (PhD, P.Eng PE11382)

Senior Software Development Engineer & Machine Learning Specialist

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Full-Stack Software Architecture | Autonomous Systems | Technical Lead | EB-1A Eligible

Visionary Senior Software Development Engineer and Physical AI Leader with 15+ years of architecting, coding, and deploying pioneering full-stack software and autonomous systems. I bridge the critical "bit-to-atom" gap, leading the design of custom software architectures, database systems, and mechatronic hardware integrations. Proven leadership managing $2M+ portfolios and winning international data science challenges.

15+ Years Experience
$2M+ Portfolio Managed
57+ Publications
1st AI for Equity Challenge ($25k AWS Credits)

Professional Summary

Accomplished senior software development engineer and AI leader with over 15 years of professional experience. Proven track record in designing, coding, and maintaining robust full-stack software architectures, database systems, and mechatronic systems. Combines academic rigor with applied engineering to deliver scalable digital services, machine vision networks, and autonomous hardware-software integrations.

Leadership

Led SUA's digital transformation roadmap as HEET Component Leader. Coordinates cross-disciplinary teams for higher education & agriculture systems.

Research & Science

Published 57+ peer-reviewed works in agricultural AI, robotics, and remote sensing. Google Scholar: 1,099+ citations, h-index 18.

Engineering Impact

Designed autonomous field robots, smart irrigation scheduling systems, and custom database networks for institutional monitoring.

Innovation

Led the team winning the global AI for Equity Challenge (UNESCO-IRCAI, Zindi, and AWS) with $25k in cloud credits.

Education

PhD in Engineering (AI and Robotics)

University of Georgia, USA, 2016-2020

GPA: Magna Cum Laude

MSc in Ag & Biol Engineering (Precision Agriculture)

University of Florida, USA, 2012 - 2014

GPA: Summa Cum Laude

BSc in Computer Engineering & IT

University of Dar es Salaam, 2007 - 2011

GPA: Magna Cum Laude

EB-1A Evidence (Extraordinary Ability)

Original Contribution

Invented a novel "Modified Pure Pursuit" control algorithm, cited by peer-reviewed papers and adopted as a benchmark.

Awards

Winner, AI for Equity Challenge: Advancing Climate Action, Gender Equality, and Health, leading the team with $25,000 AWS credits.

Judging Work

Reviewer for IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters (RA-L) and Computers in Agriculture.

Critical Role

Technical Lead for the World Bank HEET Project component at SUA.

Technical Stack Analysis

Comprehensive "Bit-to-Atom" Full Stack Competency.

Robotics & Mechatronics

ROS/ROS2 SolidWorks Arduino IoT UGV Fleets

AI & Computer Vision

YOLOv8 PyTorch TensorFlow OpenCV

Programming & Tools

Python (Expert) C/C++ Docker Linux

Quick Facts

  • 15+ years of academic, research, and engineering experience
  • 100+ trained students and young innovators
  • $2.0M project portfolio leadership for HEET program
  • 8+ international grants and awards
  • Editorial Board Member for Scientific Reports, IJAEIS, and TAJAS
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