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Markus Friedrich is a pioneer in the field of robotic non-destructive evaluation (NDE), where his work bridges autonomous mobile robotics and advanced inspection technologies. His research focuses on developing miniature, reconfigurable robotic platforms that can access hazardous or confined spaces—such as pipelines, bridges, and aircraft structures—where manual inspection is impractical or dangerous. Friedrich’s key contributions include the design of a team of heterogeneous autonomous robots for ultrasonic NDE, as detailed in his most-cited paper (8 citations), and the creation of a reconfigurable Lamb wave scanner that leverages robotic mobility for flexible, multi-sensor inspections. He has also advanced data fusion techniques, enabling simultaneous use of multiple NDE methods (e.g., ultrasonic, eddy current) to improve defect detection reliability. With over 26 total citations across his core works, Friedrich’s impact is evident in the growing adoption of robotic inspection systems in industries like aerospace and civil engineering. His notable achievement—the prototype evaluation of a collaborative robot team—demonstrates a practical, scalable approach to automated structural health monitoring, making him a key figure in the evolution of intelligent, safe, and cost-effective NDE solutions.