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Laurent Giraud is a leading researcher in occupational safety and ergonomics, with a primary focus on human-robot collaboration (HRC) in industrial workplaces. His work critically examines the emerging risks posed by collaborative robotics, particularly as traditional safety barriers are removed, exposing workers to prolonged hazards like collision risks. His most-cited paper, "Experience Feedback on Implementing and Using Human-Robot Collaboration in the Workplace" (2017), with 14 citations, provides foundational insights into the practical safety challenges of HRC deployment. Giraud’s contributions bridge the gap between technological innovation and worker protection, emphasizing that risks shift rather than disappear in collaborative environments. His research has informed safety protocols and risk assessment methodologies for cobot integration, making him a key voice in the transition toward safer, human-centered automation. By highlighting the duration and nature of exposure to well-known robotic hazards, Giraud’s work continues to shape how industries design and implement collaborative systems, ensuring that productivity gains do not come at the expense of worker well-being.
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