Papers
2
Total Citations
4
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2
About
F. Herrmann is a researcher at the forefront of autonomous systems and precision agriculture, with a focus on integrating robotics, multi-body simulation, and advanced connectivity. Their work is defined by a dual expertise: optimizing mechanical design through multi-body system simulation and deploying autonomous robotic swarms for real-world agricultural challenges. A key contribution is the development of a simulation environment for planetary exploration rovers, used successfully in the ExoMars project to evaluate reconfigurable robotic configurations. More recently, Herrmann has pioneered a novel approach to combating broad-leaved dock (*Rumex obtusifolius*) in feed production, leveraging a coordinated system of 5G-connected autonomous UAVs for detection and small sprayer robots for targeted treatment. This work demonstrates a practical application of 5G private networks in field robotics. While their most-cited papers each hold 2 citations, the impact lies in the applied, interdisciplinary nature of the research—bridging space exploration simulation with on-farm automation—showcasing a versatile engineering mindset dedicated to solving complex, real-world problems.
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- 1Multi-Body System and Contact Simulation within the Design Development of Planetary Surface Exploratin Systems2 citations · 2010
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