Gerasimos Maltezos

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Gerasimos Maltezos is a leading voice in the intersection of drone technology and agile manufacturing, with his seminal 2020 work, "Opportunities and challenges for exploiting drones in agile manufacturing systems," earning 40 citations and establishing a foundational framework for intra-logistics drone applications. His research primarily focuses on the transformative potential of unmanned aerial vehicles within factory and warehouse environments, moving beyond conventional last-mile delivery to explore how drones can revolutionize internal supply chain dynamics. Maltezos’s major contribution lies in modeling and simulating drone-based systems for real-time material handling, inventory management, and flexible production line support, effectively bridging the gap between theoretical drone capabilities and practical manufacturing needs. By systematically identifying both the opportunities—such as reduced lead times and enhanced scalability—and the challenges, including navigation constraints and safety protocols, his work has provided a critical roadmap for industry adoption. This research has positioned Maltezos as a key architect of next-generation smart factories, where drones serve as agile, autonomous agents that optimize workflow and reduce human error. His insights continue to influence both academic discourse and industrial pilot projects, making him an essential reference for researchers and engineers seeking to harness drone technology for competitive, responsive manufacturing systems.