Andreas Lars Wachaja

Andreas Lars Wachaja is a Doctoral Research Assistant at the Autonomous Intelligent Systems group within the Department of Computer Science at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, Technical Faculty, Germany. He has been actively contributing to research since 2013 under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Wolfram Burgard. His office is located at Georges-Köhler-Allee 080, Room 00-023, Freiburg i. Br.

• Education: Dipl.-Ing. in Mechanical Engineering, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (2007–2013)
• Current Affiliation: Department of Computer Science, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
• Research Group: Autonomous Intelligent Systems
• Co-Founder: dotscene GmbH (2016)

Andreas Lars Wachaja’s research interests lie at the intersection of robotics and assistive technology. He focuses on developing robotic systems for ambient assisted living, particularly for individuals with visual and mobility impairments. His work includes precise 3D SLAM using LiDAR, machine learning for sensor data analysis, and the design of smart walkers equipped with vibrotactile feedback systems. His research emphasizes real-world applications, usability, and human-centered design in robotic navigation aids.

The recent publications highlight a strong trend in assistive robotics, especially in creating navigation solutions for the visually impaired. His work integrates SLAM, haptic feedback, and shared autonomy to develop inclusive technologies. The research spans both academic publications and practical implementations, reflecting a commitment to bridging the gap between robotics and rehabilitation.

Andreas has contributed to teaching in areas such as operating systems and robot navigation. While no formal scientific awards are listed, his work has been featured in notable media outlets such as ingenieur.de, Heilbronner Stimme, and idw - Informationsdienst Wissenschaft, indicating public and scientific recognition. He has not supervised any students formally listed, but has collaborated extensively with researchers like Pratik Agarwal, Wolfram Burgard, and Knut Möller.

He is involved in significant research projects including ZAFH-AAL (Center for Applied Research on Ambient Assisted Living) and iVIEW (intelligent vibrotactile-induced extended perception), which focus on cognitive and physical assistance through intelligent systems. These projects reflect a multidisciplinary approach combining engineering, computer science, and healthcare applications.

Andreas is associated with the Autonomous Intelligent Systems lab at the University of Freiburg, a leading group in robotics and AI research. The lab specializes in mobile robotics, perception, and human-robot interaction, providing a strong foundation for his work in assistive technologies.