Ralph Sturm

Ralph Sturm is a researcher at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria (Wels campus) affiliated with the Research Center Wels, Assistive Technology Lab, and Center of Excellence for Smart Production. His work focuses on Digital Transformation within workplace contexts.

• Research Center Wels
• Assistive Technology Lab
• Center of Excellence for Smart Production

His research centers on integrating social assistive robots into office environments through user-centered design principles. Key investigations include:

• Human-robot interaction in professional settings
• Digital transformation via robotic assistance systems
• Humanoid robot deployment for workplace productivity
• User experience optimization for office robotics

Sturm's recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on practical robotic applications in office spaces, emphasizing usability and contextual adaptation. His work bridges engineering solutions with real-world workplace needs through iterative design methodologies.

He serves as Co-Investigator on the active MARIE project (2023-2025) developing Mobile Robotic Assistance for Office Environments. This €-funded initiative involves cross-institutional collaboration and includes supervision of at least one graduate research student.