Valentin Hartmann

Valentin Hartmann is affiliated with the Computational Robotics department at ETH Zürich. His research focuses on advanced robotics, motion planning, and multi-agent systems. He develops algorithms for optimal path planning, task allocation, and autonomous decision-making in complex robotic environments. His work addresses challenges in multi-robot coordination, manipulation, and scalable solutions for construction and industrial automation. Key contributions include benchmark datasets for multi-agent planning and novel methods for efficient motion and task scheduling.

Recent research highlights include advancements in kinodynamic motion planning (e.g., iDb-A*, iDb-RRT), optimization of multi-arm systems, and robotic construction applications. His projects emphasize reproducibility through dedicated planning tools (Planner Developer Tools) and leverage material integration for collective building tasks.