Tone Lerher

University of Maribor

Papers

8

Total Citations

88

H-Index

5

About

Dr. Tone Lerher is a leading researcher at the forefront of Industry 5.0, specializing in the integration of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and collaborative robotics within warehouse logistics and manufacturing. His work directly addresses the explosive growth of e-commerce by developing intelligent automation solutions. Dr. Lerher’s major contributions include pioneering agent-based modelling to prevent deadlocks and collisions in multi-AMR warehouse systems, a work that has garnered 34 citations and is foundational for modern logistics. He has also significantly advanced robotic bin-picking by creating novel simulation models for pick-point evaluation and adapting the Box and Blocks Test to benchmark robotic dexterity. Notably, Dr. Lerher is a key voice in human-robot synergy, exploring how collaborative systems can be optimized for an aging workforce—a critical concern for sustainable industry. His recent experimental insights into how human age influences order-picking performance with cobots are shaping the future of ergonomic and inclusive automation. With a portfolio of highly cited papers and a clear focus on practical, human-centric innovation, Dr. Lerher is shaping the next generation of smart, safe, and efficient industrial environments.

Research Focus

Key Achievements

5
H-Index
8
Papers
88
Total Citations
11
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Autonomous mobile robot travel under deadlock and collision prevention algorithms by agent-based modelling in warehouses
34 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 13
🏛 Institutions: University of Maribor

Top Papers

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4
  5. 5
  6. 6
  7. 7
  8. 8

Key Collaborators

Contact & Links

Available for collaboration
Content generated · 13 days ago