In this special episode recorded for the 40th ECMS International Conference on Modelling and Simulation (ECMS) in Grimstad, Norway, we bring together three perspectives on the future of simulation, AI, and human-centered robotics. From supply chain digital twins and agentic AI to wearable robotic devices and human-robot teaming in battery disassembly, this episode highlights how modeling and simulation are shaping practical innovation across research and industry.

Featured Talks

Prof. Dr. Dr. habil. Dmitry Ivanov

• “Supply chain simulation, agentic AI and digital twins: from theory to use cases and implementation blueprints”

Prof. Monica Malvezzi

• “The Role Of Simulation In The Design Of Wearable Robotic Devices: A Human-Centered Perspective With Modular Gloves And Twisted String Actuators”

Prof. Filippo Sanfilippo and Cecilia Scoccia

• “Imitation Learning For Human–robot Teaming In Battery Disassembly: Enabling Technologies and a Collaborative Manipulation Pipeline”

What You’ll Learn

• How simulation supports resilient and intelligent supply chains
• Why digital twins and agentic AI are becoming central to implementation blueprints
• How human-centered design informs the next generation of wearable robotic devices
• How imitation learning can enable human-robot teaming in complex disassembly tasks
• The broader role of modeling and simulation in advancing Industry 4.0 and beyond

Conference Context

This episode is connected to the proceedings of the

40th ECMS International Conference on Modelling and Simulation, Grimstad, Norway, June 23rd to 26th, 2026.

Credits

ECMS