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Cyril Jaksic investigates the human dimensions of industrial robotics, focusing on how robot speed, proximity, and navigation affect operator acceptance and collaboration. His work bridges the gap between physical safety standards and the psychological comfort of human workers sharing space with industrial robot arms. His most cited paper, "Do Speed and Proximity Affect Human-Robot Collaboration with an Industrial Robot Arm?" (2022, 42 citations), demonstrates that operator trust and physiological responses are significantly influenced by robot motion parameters, not just safety compliance. In related work, Jaksic evaluates human-aware navigation strategies for industrial arms (2021) and assesses operator willingness to work in close proximity using both psychological and physiological measures (2020). By integrating principles from social robotics into industrial settings, Jaksic challenges the assumption that physical safety alone ensures effective collaboration. His research provides actionable insights for designing collaborative robots that are not only safe but also perceived as trustworthy and comfortable by human coworkers, a critical contribution as manufacturing moves toward closer human-robot interaction.