Gunnar D. Jenssen

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Gunnar D. Jenssen is a researcher focused on the intersection of robotics, human-robot interaction, and industrial inspection, with a particular emphasis on wind turbine maintenance. His major contributions lie in empirically evaluating the effectiveness of remote, robotic inspection systems compared to traditional manned approaches. In his most-cited work, "The Capabilities and Effectiveness of Remote Inspection of Wind Turbines" (2015, 12 citations), Jenssen conducted a direct usability test with 31 participants, comparing a robot prototype to human inspectors. This study, along with his earlier experiment (2013, 6 citations) involving 21 participants performing both manned and robotic inspections, provides foundational evidence for the practical viability of remote inspection technologies. By systematically quantifying the trade-offs in effectiveness, efficiency, and user experience, Jenssen has helped bridge the gap between robotic capabilities and real-world industrial needs. His work is notable for its rigorous experimental design, directly comparing human and robotic performance in controlled settings—a relatively rare approach in human-robot interaction research. These contributions are critical for advancing the adoption of autonomous inspection systems in the renewable energy sector.