Edmund Radlbauer | Automation | Best Researcher Award

 Mr. Edmund Radlbauer | Automation | Best Researcher Award

St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences, Austria.

Mr. Edmund Radlbauer is an experienced electrical engineering leader from Austria with over 30 years of progressive responsibility at Constantia Teich GmbH. Currently serving as Head of Electrical Engineering, he oversees a team of 30 and specializes in automation, PLC programming, system integration, and technical training. Known for his passion for technology and innovation, Edmund combines deep technical expertise with hands-on teaching experience, fostering continuous development within his team. His work focuses on smart manufacturing, data-driven automation, and maintaining high operational and safety standards through strategic planning and ISO compliance.

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Professional Experience 💼

With a career spanning over three decades at Constantia Teich GmbH in Austria, Edmund Radlbauer has advanced through multiple roles of increasing responsibility. He began as an Electrical Engineering Skilled Worker (1992–1994), progressed to Electrical Engineering Technician (1994–2002), and served as Supervisor and Team Leader (2002–2019). From 2019 to 2022, he held the positions of Deputy Head and then Head of Electrical Engineering. Since 2023, he has been serving as Head of Electrical Engineering, where he leads a team of 30 professionals and oversees system integration, technical training, maintenance management, and quality compliance.

Technical Skills 🛠️

He brings deep expertise in automation systems, PLC controls, PC-drive system integration, and industrial networking. His programming proficiency spans multiple languages tailored to automation. He has managed departmental budgets, overseen ISO certification audits, and implemented preventive maintenance strategies to maximize operational uptime. His technical leadership is matched by his strategic planning and resource management capabilities.

Teaching Experience👨‍🏫

In his current role as Head of Electrical Engineering, Edmund Radlbauer has extensive experience in technical instruction and workforce development. He is responsible for designing and delivering training programs for his 30-person team, focusing on essential skills such as PLC programming, industrial PC installation, system troubleshooting, and the integration of drive systems. He also imparts practical programming knowledge using C#, IL, FBD, LD, and SCL, enabling his team to develop innovative, automated solutions. His hands-on teaching approach emphasizes real-world application and continuous learning, ensuring his team remains technically proficient and industry-ready.

Awards & Honors 🏅

While no formal awards are listed, Edmund Radlbauer’s long-standing leadership and steady career progression within the same organization reflect consistent recognition of his competence, leadership, and value to the company.

Research Interests 🔍

Edmund Radlbauer is passionate about technological innovation, particularly in smart manufacturing and digital automation. His work focuses on optimizing automated systems, data acquisition, and control integration, aligning with modern Industry 4.0 practices. His enthusiasm for facts, efficiency, and innovation drives his commitment to advancing both technology and team capabilities.

Publications Top Notes: 📝

Paper Title: Designing a System Architecture for Dynamic Data Collection as a Foundation for Knowledge Modeling in Industry
Authors: Edmund Radlbauer, Thomas Moser, Markus Wagner
Year: 2025
Journal: Applied Sciences

 

Abdelrhman BASSIOUNY | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Abdelrhman BASSIOUNY | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | Best Researcher Award

University of Bremen Germany

Abdelrhman Bassiouny is a passionate Egyptian robotics researcher specializing in marine robotics, autonomous systems, and AI-powered disassembly. With international experience across Germany, France, and Egypt, he combines technical mastery in robotics with a strong academic background. He thrives in hands-on innovation, contributing to cutting-edge projects from underwater VSLAM to robotic e-waste disassembly. 🌊🤖

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🎓 Education

Abdelrhman is currently completing his Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree in Marine & Maritime Intelligent Robotics (MIR), where he studied at Université de Toulon (France) and Universidad Jaume I (Spain). He graduated with honors in Mechatronics & Automation Engineering from Ain Shams University, Egypt. He also expanded his knowledge through specialized online courses in Deep Learning, Self-Driving Cars, and Project Management. 📘🌍
🔗 Master MIR Program
🔗 Ain Shams University

🛠️ Experience

Abdelrhman brings versatile research and teaching experience:

  • Master Thesis Intern at University of Bremen (Germany): Developed a query interface and machine learning pipeline for NEEMs robotics database.

  • Underwater VSLAM Intern at Laboratoire COSMER (France): Benchmarked SLAM algorithms using BlueROV in collaboration with IFREMER.

  • Research Assistant at Ain Shams University (Egypt): Led autonomous robotic disassembly projects, winning 3rd place in Robothon 2021.

  • Teaching Assistant at Ain Shams University: Taught ROS-based robotic control and supervised final-year projects.
    🌐 LinkedIn | 🌍 Personal Website

🔬 Research Interests

Abdelrhman’s research centers on:

  • Autonomous Robotics & Human-Robot Interaction 🤝

  • Symbolic Reasoning & Knowledge Representation 🧠

  • Underwater SLAM and Marine Robotics 🌊

  • E-waste Disassembly Automation using AI ♻️

  • ROS, TensorFlow, and Vision-based Robotics 📷

🏆 Awards

  • 🥇 Best Scientific Methodology AwardRoboCup MSL 2022 (Thailand)
    RoboCup 2022 History

  • 🥈 Runner-UpMIR Championship – Guerledus Challenge 2022
    Challenge Info

  • 🥉 3rd Place + Lightning Speed AwardRobothon Grand Challenge 2021 (TUM, Germany)
    Robothon Video

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Prompt: Publications with hyperlinks, published year, journal (if applicable), and citation details in paragraph form.

Abdelrhman has authored two impactful research publications related to robotic disassembly of electronic waste:

“Comparison of Different Computer Vision Approaches for E-waste Components Detection to Automate E-waste Disassembly” (2021) – This paper evaluates vision-based algorithms for component detection, supporting more efficient and sustainable e-waste recycling.
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📈 Cited by: Google Scholar results

“Autonomous Non-Destructive Assembly/Disassembly of Electronic Components using A Robotic Arm” (2021) – Introduced a robotic system for semi-destructive disassembly using ROS and vision systems.
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📈 Cited by: Google Scholar results