Jannike Illing

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Jannike Illing is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction and industrial safety, with a focus on minimizing productivity losses caused by safety systems in collaborative robotics. Her most-cited work, "Mind the ARm" (2020, 34 citations), addresses a critical industry challenge: safety sensors that halt robots upon collision detection lead to costly downtime. Illing’s key contribution is the development of three Augmented Reality (AR) visualizations—Path, Preview, and Volume—that allow operators to understand robot motion intent intuitively. By enabling workers to anticipate and avoid collisions before they happen, her research reduces unnecessary stoppages while maintaining safety standards. This work bridges the gap between industrial efficiency and human-robot collaboration, offering practical solutions for smart manufacturing environments. Illing’s research has been influential in shaping how AR can enhance situational awareness in dynamic workspaces, earning recognition for its direct applicability to Industry 4.0. Her contributions continue to inform safer, more productive human-robot systems, making her a notable voice in the field of collaborative robotics and augmented reality interfaces.