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Ramon Casanelles is a leading expert in industrial robotics and mechatronic design, with a focused specialization in press line automation for the automotive and manufacturing sectors. His research centers on the optimization of high-performance robot systems, particularly through model-driven design and task-based simulation. Casanelles made significant contributions to the development of ultra-high-speed press tending robots, including work on ABB’s linear 7th axis IRB 7600FX and the innovative Twin Robot Xbar system. He pioneered the use of double drive-trains—featuring dual gearboxes and motors—to enhance robot joint performance and throughput, directly addressing the industry’s demand for increased strokes per minute (SPM) in press lines. His most cited works, including “Model driven mechatronic design optimization of a linear axis press tending robot” (3 citations), lay the groundwork for integrating simulation and analysis into the optimal design of robot drive-trains. Though his citation counts are modest, Casanelles’ contributions are notable for their practical impact on industrial automation, offering concrete solutions for compact, high-performance press line systems that push the boundaries of robotic speed and efficiency.