Jari Schabel

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland

Papers

1

Total Citations

35

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About

Jari Schabel is a researcher whose work centers on the critical intersection of robotics, human-robot interaction, and occupational safety. His most notable contribution, the highly cited 2010 paper "Safety of Interactive Robotics—Learning from Accidents" (35 citations), has become a foundational reference in the field. In this work, Schabel systematically analyzes real-world robotics accidents to derive essential safety principles for collaborative and interactive robotic systems, moving beyond theoretical risk assessments to offer practical, evidence-based guidelines. This research has directly influenced the design of safer human-robot workspaces, particularly in industrial and service settings where close human-robot cooperation is required. By learning from past incidents, Schabel’s work helps prevent future accidents, making him a key voice in the responsible development of interactive robotics. His findings are frequently cited by engineers, safety regulators, and researchers aiming to balance innovation with robust safety protocols, cementing his role as a vital contributor to the safe integration of robots into everyday human environments.

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Papers
35
Total Citations
35
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Safety of Interactive Robotics—Learning from Accidents
35 citations · 2010
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2010 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 5
🏛 Institutions: VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland

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