Sandra Schumann

University of Tartu

Papers

4

Total Citations

58

H-Index

3

About

Sandra Schumann is a leading researcher in accessible robotics education, dedicated to breaking down barriers that prevent students from engaging with cutting-edge robotic technologies. Her work centers on developing open-source, ROS-supported platforms and remote web laboratories that make learning robotics as authentic and seamless as possible. Schumann’s major contribution is the creation of ROBOTONT, an omnidirectional mobile robot platform that transitions learners from toy-like kits to professional-grade development environments. This work, cited over 30 times, directly addresses the urgent need for skilled innovators in Society 5.0 and Industry 5.0. She further extends her impact with an open remote web lab that allows students to program physical and simulated robots without complex local setup, a breakthrough cited more than 20 times. Her beginner-level MOOC on ROS robotics, which leverages this remote lab, exemplifies her commitment to scalable, high-quality education. By combining open-source hardware, portable educational kits, and authentic developer environments, Schumann is reshaping how the next generation of roboticists learns, making her a pivotal figure in the future of robotics training.

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H-Index
4
Papers
58
Total Citations
15
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
ROBOTONT – Open-source and ROS-supported omnidirectional mobile robot for education and research
32 citations · 2023
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2023 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 17
🏛 Institutions: University of Tartu

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