Human–Robot Interaction/Collaboration: Theory and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

The integration of human and robotic capabilities has emerged as a transformative force in today’s industrial production where the synergy between humans and robots is redefining efficiency, flexibility, and the very nature of work itself, revolutionizing how we approach manufacturing and production processes. Therefore, this Special Issue aims to collect articles representing a curated exploration of the profound impact that human–robot interaction/collaboration is having across industries, such as automotive assembly lines, precision electronics manufacturing, warehouse logistics, and healthcare. Our potential contributors will investigate the latest advancements in robotic technology, artificial intelligence, and human–machine interfaces, as well as conduct real-world case studies that showcase successful implementations. Research topics of interest for this Special Issue encompass, but are not limited to:

• Human–robot interaction design;
• Dynamic modelling of robotic interactions;
• Impedance and admittance control of robotic manipulation;
• Active perception in robotic manipulation;
• Cobots with applications in manufacturing and production;
• Digital twin technology to enhance human–robot collaboration;
• Machine learning for human–robot collaboration and interaction.

Dr. Xuping Zhang
Prof. Dr. Yuwen Li
Guest Editors

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• human–robot collaboration
• robotic manipulation and interaction
• dynamic modelling
• digitial twin
• machine learning
• computer vision