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Bernhard Putz is a robotics researcher whose work focuses on assistive and space robotics, with a particular emphasis on mobility and dynamic control. His key research areas include human-robot interaction, walking aids, and microgravity locomotion. Putz’s major contribution is the integration of a walking aid into a semi-autonomous robot shopping cart, designed to discreetly support elderly and mobility-impaired individuals in public spaces like supermarkets. This innovative approach combines robotic navigation with assistive functionality, addressing both physical support and social stigma. Additionally, Putz has explored robot locomotion in extreme environments, including the first results of robots crawling on a loose net in microgravity during a sounding rocket experiment, and the use of acceleration sensors to improve the dynamic behavior of mobile mini robots. While his most-cited papers each have 3 citations, their impact lies in pioneering niche applications—blending everyday assistance with cutting-edge robotics. His work in microgravity robotics contributes to future space exploration technologies, while his assistive robot shopping cart represents a thoughtful step toward inclusive, unobtrusive robotic aids.