Robotics
Robotics overview
The Institute of Design, Robotics and Manufacturing (iDRaM) is the heart of robotics innovation within the School of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Leeds. The institute leverages the £5.5 million EPSRC National Facility for Innovative Robotic Systems to push the boundaries of cutting-edge research and hands-on learning. Our mission is to deliver breakthrough research in robotics, autonomous systems, and sensing, all with a strong emphasis on real-world impact and translating discoveries into tangible benefits.
Our research
We conduct research in these broad areas:
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- Healthcare mechatronics
- Infrastructure and exploration robotics
- Rehabilitation technologies and prosthetics
We aim to improve the understanding of design processes and, from this, develop new methods and tools for use in industrial product development processes. With our research, we provide the knowledge basis for product and process innovations that improve the quality of life for users and the efficiency and effectiveness of engineering operations.
We work with a range of academic and industrial collaborators. Details of these collaborations can be found on our research areas and project webpages.
Further information
View all members of our research group and publications.
PhD projects
Find out about any opportunities for prospective postgraduate researchers.
Contact us
If you are interested in collaborating with us or joining our research team, please get in touch with a relevant member of staff.