The Vision+Robotics programme combines our rich domain knowledge with technology: we bring together a diverse team of more than 40 experts in computer vision, robotics, AI, and spectral imaging from all corners of WUR. This unique synergy creates a powerhouse of tech-savvy researchers, united by a shared commitment to developing high-tech solutions that benefit both the planet and its inhabitants.
As a trusted technology partner in the agri-food sector, it offers advanced capabilities across cloud environments as well as traditional architectures, integrating solutions for virtualisation, containers, and orchestration. This combination ensures enterprise-level scalability, security, and availability, enabling the deployment of innovative applications and access to advanced analytics and machine learning services.
Hispatec facility offers a wide range of technological infrastructure services tailored to the specific needs of each initiative:
Equipped with advanced systems for sustainable and intelligent food transformation, this fixed facility supports pilot-scale trials for food companies. It enables the testing and optimisation of food processing procedures, from ingredient preparation to packaging and labeling. The plant offers comprehensive solutions for ready-to-eat vegetables (IV Range), refrigerated ready meals (V Range), and restructured foods (VI Range), while also facilitating the study of storage, refrigeration, and shelf life.
The facility includes a mechanical workshop, an extensive range of robot platforms and hardware (e.g., sensors) and a 200 m³ motion capture volume. A close collaboration with Università degli Studi di Milano allows AIRLab to test robot systems for agricultural applications in fields, orchards and greenhouses.
The cluster comprises 4 servers with 24 GPUs overall and a NAS. It is installed in a climate-controlled server room; power is distributed via industrial UPS units.
