Max Robotics — Global Service Robot Directory + US Certification

About

Sascha Stowasser is a leading researcher in industrial ergonomics and human-robot collaboration (HRC), with a career dedicated to shaping the future of manufacturing. His work bridges the gap between productivity and worker well-being, focusing on the safe, efficient integration of collaborative robots into manual production environments. Stowasser’s foundational paper, "The Digital Factory: An instrument of the present and the future" (2005, 20 citations), established him as an early visionary in digital manufacturing. He has since become a key voice in HRC, notably through his 2018 work on ergonomic workplace design with collaborative robots (13 citations), which provides a practical framework for implementation. His 2020 case study (4 citations) further explores the productivity challenges of HRC adoption. Recognising a critical gap, Stowasser also authored "Qualifizierungsbedarfe für die Mensch-Roboter-Kollaboration" (2018, 2 citations), highlighting the essential training needs for a safe and productive human-robot workforce. By combining theoretical insight with actionable guidelines, Stowasser’s research directly supports the transition toward smarter, safer, and more human-centric factories.