Susanne Oberer-Treitz
Fraunhofer Society, Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation
Papers
9
Total Citations
116
H-Index
6
About
Susanne Oberer-Treitz is a leading researcher in industrial robotics, specializing in human-robot collaboration (HRC) and safety engineering. Her work focuses on enabling safe, efficient interaction between humans and industrial robots, particularly in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). A key contribution is her development of a novel methodology for quantifying collision risk and injury potential, moving beyond traditional fixed-fence safety approaches. Her 2010 paper on "Injury Risk Quantification for Industrial Robots" (21 citations) and her 2013 work on safety assessment (18 citations) are foundational in this area. She has also advanced practical applications, such as a programming system for industrial deburring (39 citations) and a decoupling unit for safe automated screwing. Her research has been instrumental in shaping standards for direct human-robot interaction, with over 100 total citations. Oberer-Treitz's work bridges the gap between theoretical safety models and real-world industrial implementation, making her a pivotal figure in the transition toward collaborative, fence-free manufacturing environments.
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Top Papers
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- 3Safety in industrial applications: From fixed fences to direct interaction18 citations · 2013
- 4Measuring the Collision Potential of Industrial Robots15 citations · 2010
- 5Experimental Characterization of Collaborative Robot Collisions8 citations · 2014
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- 8Einführung in die industrielle Robotik mit Mensch-Roboter-Kooperation3 citations · 2019
- 9Biologized Robotics and Biomechatronics2 citations · 2020