Maren Petersen

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Maren Petersen is a leading researcher at the intersection of advanced manufacturing, collaborative robotics, and immersive learning technologies. Her primary research areas focus on integrating human-robot collaboration (HRC) into vocational training and industrial assembly processes. Petersen’s major contribution lies in pioneering the use of Mixed Reality (MR) environments to train workers for effective and safe interaction with collaborative robots (Cobots). Her most-cited work, "Concept of a Mixed-Reality Learning Environment for Collaborative Robotics" (2020, 30 citations), establishes a foundational framework for using MR to bridge the skills gap in modern, flexible assembly lines. This work directly addresses the challenge of automating manual tasks without displacing human workers, instead positioning them as supported, skilled operators. In her subsequent study, "Integration of Collaborative Robotics in Vocational Training Using Mixed Reality" (2020), she further validates this approach, demonstrating how MR can systematically prepare trainees for real-world HRC scenarios. Through her research, Petersen is shaping the future of Industry 4.0 education, ensuring that the workforce is equipped to thrive alongside intelligent automation.