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Martijn Cramer is a leading researcher in human-robot collaboration (HRC) and soft robotics, with a focus on adaptive manufacturing systems for mass customization. His work bridges the gap between human intent and robotic precision, particularly in assembly tasks where flexibility and automation must coexist. Cramer’s most cited paper (29 citations) introduces a probabilistic decision model that integrates designer and operator intents for adaptive task planning in collaborative assembly, enabling robots to anticipate human actions and adjust workflows in real time. He also pioneers the use of magnetorheological fluids in robotic grippers (29 citations), exploring how these smart materials can combine the compliance of soft robotics with the force and accuracy of traditional rigid grippers—a critical advancement for handling diverse product variants. His research on intention estimation through object affordance (17 citations) further enhances natural HRC by allowing robots to infer human goals from environmental cues. Cramer’s work has direct implications for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing, offering scalable solutions for industries facing fluctuating demands. With a growing citation record and innovative contributions to both adaptive control and material science, Cramer is shaping the future of flexible, human-centered automation.