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Ingrid Isenhardt’s research lies at the intersection of engineering education, collaborative technology, and human-robot interaction. Her work explores how emerging tools—such as augmented reality (AR), blended learning, and robotics—can foster social knowledge construction, particularly in hybrid and industrial teams. A key contribution is her investigation of AR’s role in supporting collaborative learning, showing how interactive technologies can bridge physical and digital spaces to enhance teamwork and knowledge sharing. She has also advanced engineering pedagogy by integrating Lego Mindstorms NXT robots into large-scale curricula at RWTH Aachen University, where over 1,500 mechanical engineering students apply theoretical concepts through hands-on, blended learning modules. Her most cited paper (2018, 5 citations) examines AR’s potential in hybrid teams, while her ongoing work (2023) addresses the design requirements for collaborative human-robot workstations in composite part production. Though early in her citation trajectory, Isenhardt’s research is notable for its practical, interdisciplinary approach—directly shaping how future engineers learn and collaborate with intelligent systems. Her contributions are especially relevant for educators and researchers designing technology-enhanced learning environments for complex, real-world industrial contexts.