Industrial Robotics

The focus of research in the field of industrial robotics and automation technologies is on human-robot interaction, the optimisation of robot systems and their seamless integration into industrial processes. This area covers a wide range of topics, including the benchmark analysis and optimisation of robot systems and components to maximise their performance. The development of innovative control and safety concepts and new process technologies are also important aspects. Simulation-based analyses for layout design, workspace optimisation and cycle time improvement are carried out for this purpose.  In addition, we are working on the optimisation of robot applications in order to increase efficiency and productivity.

The technical and economic evaluation of automation solutions and robot systems enables companies to make well-founded decisions. Research results are implemented in prototypes in application-oriented development environments in order to demonstrate their suitability for practical use.

In the field of cognitive assistance, worker guidance systems and assisted training workstations are developed to support human labour. In addition, fault detection systems and expert systems for deriving recommendations for action are being researched in order to ensure safety and efficiency. Safe physical human-robot cooperation always forms the centre of attention.

The aim is to encourage the integration of robotics and automation technologies and to increase efficiency, safety and cost-effectiveness in the manufacturing industry in order to pave the way for Industry 4.0.

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