Development of Automation and Robotics in a Flexible and Lean Environment

Application closing date 28 June 2012, employment start date 3 September 2012
IDC in Systems
University of Bristol and University of Bath

This project will review how productivity improvements can be tackled by the use of robotics and automation in a flexible and lean light manufacturing environment. 

The work will provide the Research Engineer(RE) with exciting challenges and opportunities, firstly  where the RE will develop a systemic approach to development, linking human and technology advancement based on using specialist skills in robotics and machine systems in new ways.  

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