Michael Koch

Prof. Michael Koch is a Professor at Technische Hochschule Nürnberg, specializing in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of robotics, materials science, and industrial engineering. His work focuses on advancing additive manufacturing, robotics integration, and computational simulation in manufacturing processes. He holds a Dr.-Ing. and Dipl.-Wirt.-Ing., reflecting his expertise in engineering and applied sciences.

Research interests include 3D printing optimization, cyber-physical systems, and safety analysis of materials under mechanical stress. He has contributed to innovations in robotics programming via augmented reality and developed frameworks for automated manufacturing processes. His studies on biomedical applications, such as ovarian cancer modeling, demonstrate a cross-disciplinary approach.

Key projects involve robot-guided CT scanning for automotive industry 4.0, part orientation evaluation for additive manufacturing (Poeam), and safety protocols for explosives (PBX). His work emphasizes integrating real-world geometry data into simulations to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Prof. Koch’s publications span over three decades, with a focus on manufacturing, robotics, and materials science. He has pioneered methods for energy-efficient CO2 capture systems and explored microstructural changes in materials under dynamic loading.