Josef Altmann

University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

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Josef Altmann is a leading researcher at the intersection of construction technology and industrial digitization, with a primary focus on human-centered automation in manufacturing and logistics. His work critically examines how emerging technologies—including the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, and mixed reality—can be integrated into real-world industrial settings without displacing the human workforce. Altmann’s most influential paper, “From Remote-Controlled Excavators to Digitized Construction Sites” (2022, 15 citations), explores the evolving role of human operators in Industry 4.0 environments, arguing that people remain indispensable even as automation advances. In a related study, “Using Mixed Reality in Intralogistics - Are we ready yet?” (2021, 12 citations), he evaluates the practical readiness of augmented reality tools for warehouse and supply chain operations. Altmann’s contributions are particularly notable for bridging the gap between theoretical Industry 4.0 visions and on-the-ground implementation challenges. His research has been instrumental in shaping discussions around human-machine collaboration, emphasizing that successful digitization requires not just technological innovation but also careful consideration of worker training, safety, and adaptability.