Papers
6
Total Citations
36
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3
About
Erich Markl is a researcher at the University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien, whose work sits at the intersection of robotics, additive manufacturing, and Industry 4.0. His most influential contribution is a pioneering 2015 paper (21 citations) that introduced a new concept for designing and controlling a four-axis robot using additive manufacturing technology. This work demonstrated how to build customized, lightweight, and low-cost industrial robots using 3D modeling software and modern production techniques, addressing a key need for flexible automation in small and medium-sized enterprises. Markl has also made significant contributions to manufacturing safety and security, developing an integrated method for evaluating safe and secure manufacturing systems (2018). His research extends to improving robot machining accuracy, adapting process flows for industrial robots, and exploring functional safety concepts using optical monitoring systems like the Pilz SafetyEye. More recently, he has investigated the feasibility of using industrial robots for producing wood joints, aiming to offer a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to expensive CNC machines. Through his focus on accessible, safe, and intelligent automation, Markl is helping to shape the future of smart manufacturing.
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- 4Accuracy Improvement and Process Flow Adaption for Robot Machining3 citations · 2020
- 5Functional Safety Concept for a Handling Robot Built on Optical Systems2 citations · 2017
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