Lars-Christian Larsen

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Lars-Christian Larsen is a leading researcher in automated manufacturing for aerospace structures, specializing in thermoplastic composite materials and robotic assembly processes. His work addresses critical challenges in lightweight production, focusing on replacing traditional mechanical fastening with advanced joining techniques. Larsen’s most cited paper (2019, 12 citations) introduces robot-based continuous ultrasonic welding for automated production of aerospace structures, demonstrating how this method can enhance performance and efficiency in aircraft component manufacturing. This contribution is pivotal for reducing weight and production time in the aerospace industry. Additionally, his research on a fully automated process chain for lay-up of large carbon dry-fibre cut pieces using cooperating robots (2019, 5 citations) showcases innovations in pick-and-place and draping technologies for carbon fibre reinforced plastics (CFRP), applied to real-world components like rear pressure bulkheads. Larsen’s work at the Center for Lightweight Production Technology (ZLP) has significantly advanced the integration of robotics in composite manufacturing, offering scalable solutions for high-performance aerospace structures. His contributions are essential for students and researchers exploring sustainable, efficient production methods in lightweight engineering.