Work-Life Robotics Institute

Research

The main research areas of the WLRI are:

Collaborative robotics: Collaborative robotics refers to the development and use of robots that can safely interact with humans without physical separation by protective fencing or barriers.

Applied Industrial Robotics: Applied industrial robotics describes the use of robots in industrial manufacturing and production. Here, robots are used to automate and optimize production processes in order to increase efficiency and quality.

Lean Robotics: Lean Robotics is a concept that focuses on the application of lean principles in robotics. The goal is to improve the efficiency and flexibility of robotic systems.

Machine Safety and Approval of Robotics Applications: This area focuses on the safety of robotic systems and compliance with regulatory requirements and standards. The safety of robots plays a crucial role, especially when they work in close proximity to humans.

Assisted living and care robotics: Assisted living and care robotics refer to the field of robotics that focuses on the use of robots and automated systems in the care of elderly people or people in need of assistance. These robotics applications are designed to support the daily lives of those receiving care.

Additively manufactured components in robotics: This area deals with the application of additive manufacturing processes (3D printing) in robotics.

Shopfloor simulation: Shopfloor simulation is an important tool in the robotics industry to analyze and optimize the behavior of robotic systems and production processes in a virtual environment before they are implemented in real manufacturing.