site.btaRobotic Arm Improves Research at Ruse University with EU Funding

A robotic arm with broad applications is aiding researchers at Ruse University in their studies, said Ivan Beloev, head of Ruse University's scientific team on sustainable transport mobility on Tuesday.

The advanced system is part of the laboratory for sustainable transport mobility, one of seven in the university’s research complex. 

The facility was established under the Ruse Research University project, funded through the Recovery and Resilience Plan, said Professor Ivan Beloev, head of the scientific team on sustainable transport mobility, on Tuesday.

The project seeks to aid in decarbonization, boost transport efficiency, and improve road safety. The robotic arm presents substantial potential for research in multiple areas.

"These systems can be used in any automated production process or assembly line. They have diverse applications, such as milling, welding, automation, and warehouse operations. They could also be beneficial in medicine, particularly in rehabilitation," Beloev said.

He added that the robotic arm could also be useful in sports. Equipped with appropriate sensors, instruments, and programming, it could assist athletes in training.

"In our case, we will use the robotic platform for milling, producing 3D models of aerodynamic vehicle components to improve efficiency and reduce emissions," the researcher added.

Beloev explained that launching an operation requires preparation, including designing a 3D model, integrating it into the system software, calculating coordinate-based codes, running a simulation, and finally, physically activating the robot.