Arne Burisch
Papers
12
Total Citations
88
H-Index
5
About
Arne Burisch is a leading figure in the development of miniaturized robotics for micro production, a field he has helped define through his pioneering work on the "desktop factory" concept. His research focuses on creating size-adapted, flexible automation systems that bridge the gap between large, costly assembly machines and the tiny components they must handle. Burisch's major contributions include the design and realization of the PARVUS robot—a micro-parallel-SCARA system optimized for chip-card-sized workspaces—and the APIS robot, which leverages low-cost piezoelectric motors for precision assembly. He has also advanced the use of compliant mechanisms, such as pseudo-elastic flexure hinges in parallel robots, to replace conventional bearings and enhance precision at the microscale. With over 80 citations across his most influential works, Burisch's impact is evident in his systematic exploration of miniaturized machine elements, driving concepts, and assembly strategies. His work on semi-automated MEMS assembly and modular desktop factories has laid the groundwork for more efficient, scalable micro production, making him a key innovator in bringing high-precision automation to the benchtop.
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Top Papers
- 1PARVUS – miniaturised robot for improved flexibility in micro production29 citations · 2007
- 2Compliant Parallel Robots10 citations · 2006
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- 4Challenges of Precision Assembly with a Miniaturized Robot6 citations · 2010
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- 6Strategies and Devices for a Modular Desktop Factory5 citations · 2008
- 7Size-Adapted Manipulation Robots for Microassembly5 citations · 2011
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- 9“Parvus” a Micro-Parallel-Scara Robot for Desktop Assembly Lines5 citations · 2006
- 10Microassembly Following the Desktop Factory Concept3 citations · 2011