VIPR-GS Research
Advancing Innovation in Motion
At the Vehicle Intelligence, Propulsion and Resilience – Ground Systems (VIPR-GS) Center, Clemson University researchers are accelerating the future of mobility through a powerful combination of innovation, simulation, and collaboration. Building on core strengths in off-road autonomy, propulsion systems and smart energy, and digital engineering, VIPR-GS has expanded its research frontiers to include advanced human-autonomy integration, multi-tiered cybersecurity and communications, and an integrated, cross-cutting pillar in workforce development.
Together, these focus areas form a comprehensive ecosystem that advances the design, validation, and deployment of next-generation ground systems for both military and commercial applications. Through cutting-edge modeling, virtual and physical prototyping, and partnerships with the U.S. Army Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) and industry leaders, VIPR-GS is redefining what’s possible in resilient, intelligent, and sustainable mobility—while cultivating the talent pipeline that will lead the transportation innovations of tomorrow.
“Our partnership with the US Army and industry leaders helps ensure that our research is grounded in real-world application. The ability to take our foundational research and transition it into something that moves the industry forward is really meaningful.”
Rob PruckaDirector, VIPR-GS Research CenterDirector, Deep Orange Vehicle Prototyping Program Alan Kulwicki Professor of Motorsports Engineering
Off-Road Autonomy
Yunyi Jia, Venkat Krovi and Bing Li
Off-Road Autonomy
Pamela Murray-Tuite and Matthias Schmid
Propulsion Systems and Smart Energy
Apparao Rao and Morteza Sabet
Propulsion Systems and Smart Energy
Beshah Ayalew and Jiangfeng Zhang
Propulsion Systems and Smart Energy
Jianhua Tong
Propulsion Systems and Smart Energy
Benjamin Lawler
Virtual Prototyping and Digital Engineering
Laura Redmond
