Hybrid Intelligent Experimental Robotics (HIER) Lab
Legged Humanoid and Animaloid Robotics • Loco-Manipulation • Whole-Body Control • Robot Intelligence
The HIER Lab is affiliated with the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at NC State University.
We develop intelligent robots capable of agile loco-manipulation in complex environments with full autonomy.
Our research spans theoretical and experimental robotics, enabling robots to operate safely and efficiently in environments shared with humans and wildlife.
Recent News
[2026] Hanbin's paper has been accepted for publication in IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters (RA-L).
[2026] Dr. Lee continues serving as an Associate Editor for IEEE ICRA 2027.
[2026] Our students Jingxi Lu, Anh Tung Ho, Wonho Jung, and JunYoung Kim have submitted papers.
[2026] We have multiple openings for research positions. Please visit the Join page and submit the Google Form if you are interested. Students will be invited to our Open Lab Meeting.
[2026] Our student Hanbin Jang has submitted a paper.
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[2026] Dr. Lee received an NVIDIA Academic Grant to support humanoid research in HIER Lab.
[2026] Our student JunYoung Kim has submitted a paper.
[2026] HIER Lab participated in NC State Robotics Symposium 2026. Dr. Lee gave a talk on the COE initiative in "Human-centered Robotics". Link
[2026] NC State highlights Dr. Lee's vision to develop the next "Optimus Prime". Link
[2025] HIER Lab acquired Franka Research Robot 3 manipulators.
[2025] HIER Lab renovated and fully operational (EB3-1309).
[2025] Dr. Lee appointed Associate Faculty in Biomedical Engineering.
[2025] ICRA 2025 paper accepted.
[2025] ACC 2025 workshop accepted.