AASS Seminar

The Research Centre AASS arranges a seminar with four technical talks planned: two from our visitors at the University of Bilefeld, and two from researchers at AASS. See details below.

Who: Klaus Neumann
Title: "Learning to Fly - Magnetic Levitation in Industrial Automation"
Abstract: This talk will explore the emerging field of magnetic levitation, a cutting-edge technology that is transforming inline product transport in contemporary manufacturing systems. This technology enables the individualized transportation of products to any processing station, significantly enhancing machine capacities. It consists of specialized movers equipped with complex permanent magnet structures that are controlled in six dimensions through electromagnetic fields, produced by static motor modules. Current developments focus on integrating product transportation and manipulation capabilities, aiming at unleashing the power for more efficient production Systems and enhancing the capabilities of the System by means of machine learning.
Bio: Since 2023, Klaus Neumann has been Professor of Collaborative Robotics at Bielefeld University and leads the Cognitive Automation Group at Fraunhofer IOSB-INA. Prior to this, from 2018 to 2023, he co-led the Machine Learning Group at Beckhoff Automation, where he previously worked as a software developer for motion control from 2015 to 2017. His academic career includes a postdoctoral position at the CoR-Lab (Research Institute for Cognition and Robotics), where he focused on machine learning for industrial applications. He completed his doctorate (Dr. rer. nat., summa cum laude) in Intelligent Systems at the same institute between 2010 and 2013.

Who: Anna-Lisa Vollmer
Title: Interactive Robotics in Medicine and Care
Abstract: TBA
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Who: Kavyaa Somasundaram
Title: Collaborative Strategies for Human Error Mitigation in Human-Robot Interaction
Abstract: “To err is human”—errors are an inevitable part of human-robot interaction, yet their impact can vary widely depending on the application domain. In teleoperation tasks where robots are deployed in hazardous or inaccessible environments, human-induced errors can have critical consequences. Drawing on Reason’s taxonomy of errors - slips, lapses, and mistakes, this talk explores how different types of human errors can be detected and collaboratively mitigated during teleoperation. I introduce the HEM-ID framework, inspired by the concept of Intelligent Disobedience from guide dog training, where robots are equipped to intervene and mitigate unsafe commands to protect task goals and safety. Through both empirical evaluation and technical implementation, this work investigates Intelligent Disobedience as a collaborative strategy to foster safer, more transparent, and human-centered teleoperation systems.

Who: Denis Kleyko
Title: What Could a Fruit Fly Brain Teach Computer Scientists?
Abstract: Recent advances in AI technology have achieved remarkable milestones in natural language processing and computer vision. Yet the computational demands of modern AI systems are often contrasted with the efficiency of the human brain, which operates on the power of a simple energy-saving light bulb. Even more astonishing are insects: with brains consuming only microwatts of energy, they perform complex tasks such as navigation, foraging, and even basic forms of arithmetic reasoning. In this talk, we will explore recent findings from studies on fruit flies and discuss how these insights can inspire computer scientists to design more efficient and intelligent machines.

The talks will take place on Tuesday May 6th, 13:00 - 15:30 at Hörsal M (Musik Building). Fika will be served at 14:00, so don't miss out on this opportunity to have something sweet while listening to exciting sciene!

Remote attendance: https://oru-se.zoom.us/j/65096623293