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Biography
Prof Branson is a chaired Professor of Dynamics and Controls, Deputy director of the Manufacturing Metrology Team and director of the Nottingham Advanced Robotics Laboratory in the Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham, UK. He has held industry, research and teaching positions in the United States, United Kingdom and Italy providing extensive experience in the design, modelling and control of complex, multi-body, non-linear systems. Current research applications focus primarily on manufacturing and healthcare including: the integration of advanced metrology and machine learning to improve positioning performance in robots; soft robotic based continuum surfaces undergoing large, actuated deformations; and robotic production methods in Industry 4.0 environments.
Expertise Summary
Dynamics, Control, Non-linear systems, Multi-body systems, Electromechanical systems, Wearable sensor systems, Collaborative Robotics, Soft robotics, Industrial Robotics, Digital Manufacturing (I4.0).
Teaching Summary
Currently teaching modules in vibrations and controls, MMME2046, and digital manufacturing, MMME4111. Previous experience in classes on vibrations, controls, electromechanical systems, robotics, and… read more
Research Summary
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Research Group
Currently teaching modules in vibrations and controls, MMME2046, and digital manufacturing, MMME4111. Previous experience in classes on vibrations, controls, electromechanical systems, robotics, and hydraulic actuation methods.
Future Research
I welcome enquiries from potential PhD candidates from Home, EU and International countries who are interested in the following research areas: Dynamics, Controls, Non-linear systems, Multibody systems, Electromechanical systems, Wearable sensor systems, Collaborative Robotics, Soft robotics.