Franka Research Highlights
Webinars

Discover the future of robotics and AI with our webinar series, hosted by Sven Parusel, Senior Vice President for Academia and Research of Franka Robotics.

With an extensive global network of top researchers, Sven Parusel brings together groundbreaking discoveries and influential insights in robotics. Each month, he spotlights leading researchers whose work with Franka robots is transforming today’s innovations into tomorrow’s breakthroughs.

Join us to explore cutting-edge advancements and connect with the minds shaping the future of robotics!

Sven Parusel SVP for Academia & Research
Upcoming
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4:00 PM (CET) • Monday, September 16
Designing Contact-Rich Robot Control Frameworks for Human-Robot Interaction
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Idil Özdamar

In this webinar, Idil Özdamar, a Ph.D. student at the Human-Robot Interfaces and Interaction Lab (HRI²) at the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) will share insights into the latest advancements in Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) and explore the impact of Franka robots on enhancing human-machine collaboration. The discussion will also cover how these cutting-edge technologies are tackling real-world challenges with innovative and effective solutions.

Recent webinars
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4:00 PM (CET) • Monday, May 27
FRUGAL LEARNING OF MANIPULATION SKILLS IN ROBOTICS
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Dr. Sylvain Calinon

In a recent webinar, Dr. Sylvain Calinon, a Senior Research Scientist at Idiap Research Institute and Lecturer at EPFL, shared his expertise on teaching robots manipulation skills—an ability that comes naturally to humans but is complex for machines. He explored how robots can learn from limited training data and emphasized the importance of developing versatile data and geometric structures to enable robots to perform a wide range of tasks.

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4:00 PM (CET) • Monday, April 22
Robot Modeling & Control in the era of machine learning
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Dr. Cosimo Della Santina

Professor Cosimo Della Santina from Delft University of Technology and Guest Scientist at the Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. delved into the challenges of robotics research, focusing on the modeling and control of complex mechanical systems. His presentation provided valuable insights into the intricate work required to advance robotic technology.

All past webinars
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The community forum offers an an interactive platform dedicated to our robots and products. Here, users can engage in discussions, share insights, and connect with peers who are also working with Franka Robotics' technology. The forum is an invaluable resource for exploring specific applications, troubleshooting, and staying updated on the latest developments and innovations related to our robotic systems.

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