Cognitive Robotics and Automation Lead

Sharan Kaur joined the AMRC in 2020 with a background in robotics and automation.

They are currently leading the development of Industry 5.0 capabilities and technologies across the advanced manufacturing research centre. Industry 5.0 builds up on industry 4.0 to include humans as part of cyber-physical systems.

Their current research focus is digitalising human state for machine learning, artificial intelligence, and robotic systems. This research builds towards achieving true human robot collaboration where humans and robots work together.

Industry 4.0 Lead Engineer

Kevin Chan joined the AMRC in 2020 with a background in robotics, automation. They have been involved in development of collaborative robotic safety standards

They are currently leading development of Industry 4.0 digital technologies at AMRC Cymru such as:

• Digital Twins

• Systems Integration

• Data and Connectivity

Commercialisation Manager working within the University of Sheffield Technology Transfer team to help innovators take their ideas to market through consultancy, manufacturing/testing services, licensing or spinout (JVs)