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Peter Thorvald is a Professor of Integrated Product Development at the University of Skövde, affiliated with the School of Engineering Science and the Department of Engineering Science. His research focuses on cognitive ergonomics, human-robot interaction, and optimizing manufacturing assembly processes. He holds a doctoral degree from the University of Skövde (2011), specializing in information presentation in manual assembly.
Research Interests: Thorvald investigates cognitive load in industrial environments, human factors in advanced manufacturing systems, and the integration of digital tools like AR/VR for operator support. His work emphasizes reducing workplace cognitive stress while enhancing productivity through human-centered design principles.
Publications: His recent work explores triangulation of mental workload assessments (2025), human-robot collaboration frameworks (2025), and the psychosocial impacts of Industry 4.0 technologies (2024). He frequently publishes in journals like Frontiers in Robotics and AI and International Journal of Human Factors and Ergonomics.
Grants & Projects: He leads the OKAVIM project (2023–2026), funded at SEK 4.8M, which develops guidelines for AR/VR tools in manufacturing. Previous projects include DIGITALIS (2022–2024) and TACO (2019–2021), focusing on digitization maturity and workforce adaptation.
Collaborations: Thorvald collaborates with industry partners on applied research, including studies on assembly line efficiency, augmented reality in welding, and cognitive automation strategies for complex manufacturing systems.