AI & Robotics Algorithms

NEF is a multidomain scientific experimentation platform at INRIA, designed to support high-performance computation, storage, and visualisation for advanced research applications. It is built on a heterogeneous parallel computing architecture, combining multiple generations of high-performance servers into a cluster-based system. The platform features high-speed network interconnects and large-capacity storage and is directly connected to the Inria Sophia interactive visualisation platform, enabling seamless data processing and graphical analysis.

At INRIA, the private parking facility spans an area of 85 meters by 13 meters and is naturally enclosed by plants and trees, creating a semi-structured, forest-like environment. This makes it an ideal outdoor space for conducting development, testing, and validation experiments with Autonomous Ground Robots (AGRs) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Its dynamic setting bridges the gap between controlled indoor testing and fully unstructured field environments, allowing for safe and effective experimentation under realistic outdoor conditions.

At ACENTAURI, we host a dedicated indoor UAV Arena measuring 5 meters x 6 meters x 7 meters, specifically designed for the development, testing, and demonstration of mobility algorithms for both Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Autonomous Ground Robots (AGRs). This facility offers a controlled and customisable indoor environment, making it ideal for preliminary experimentation and fine-tuning of robotics systems before deployment in real-world conditions.

This facility is a movable laboratory specifically designed to meet the requirements for providing Agrifood-TEF services. The Mobile Living Laboratory (MLL) is equipped with essential infrastructure such as power generators, ground (AGR) and aerial (UAV) robots, computing units, and a robust communication system supporting LAN, WiFi, and 4G/5G connectivity. It is tailored for testing, monitoring, and experimental activities and also includes basic living and working amenities to support up to three engineers during field operations.

PSNC provides the scientific community with access to world-class IT infrastructure. As the operator of the national PIONIER network, we provide fast and secure access to the Internet and network services at the international, national, and local levels. As a supercomputing centre, we offer a wide range of computing services and access to virtual servers and cloud services while allowing for fast and scalable data management.

PSNC has a network of 20 units of phenological stations, consisting of a PTZ camera with 40x optical zoom and a GSM router. These stations are used to observe phenological phenomena and monitor the occurrence of pests and plant diseases. They are located throughout Poland. Additionally, PSNC is the owner of data transmitted from a network of 550 agrometeorological stations. These stations are precise tools for conducting continuous meteorological measurements.

This facility is composed of an experimental milking machine, a modular milking parlour, and a milking robot.

55-hectare plot of grassland with a 7-year rotation: 5 years of grassland, 2 years of crops. This plot can be harvested or grazed by the cows. Various trials are performed on the plot: multi-species meadows test, maintenance tests (overseeding, aeration, amendment), growth measurement with an herbometer, phosphorus runoff and nitrate loss tests, ...

32-hectare plot for silage corn growing. Sowing begins in early May, and harvesting begins in early September.

15-hectare plot for cereal growing. Sowing around November and harvesting in July.