Robot technology projects at DTI
Our 40 robotics specialists are developing the foundation for your next automation project in our 2,800 m² laboratory facilities.
The Danish Technological Institute (DTI) serves as a central hub for the development and dissemination of robotics and AI technology in Denmark and Europe.
We have been selected by the EU to function as a test and experimentation facility – a digital innovation hub designed to help accelerate the development of AI and robotics technologies within manufacturing, agrifood and urban areas.
Many companies choose DTI as an impartial technology partner to access specialist knowledge, state-of-the-art testing facilities, and development projects that can help set the right direction for their technological advancements.
Below, you can find an overview of our ongoing and completed research and development projects, which can help your company gain a competitive edge with robotics technology.
Our ongoing projects...
AgrifoodTEF
We provide test and experimentation facilities, as well as knowledge and expertise, to ensure AI and robotics technologies are tested, verified, and made ready for the agri-food industry
AI-MATTERS
We provide test and experimentation facilities, as well as knowledge and expertise, to ensure AI and robotics technologies are tested, verified, and adapted for the manufacturing industry
CirkEL
Development of a technological platform that facilitates increased reuse, recycling, and recovery of valuable materials within the electronics industry
CitCom
We provide test and experimentation facilities, as well as knowledge and expertise, to ensure AI and robotics technologies are tested, verified, and adapted for urban environments and other human-centric areas
DIRA
The Danish Industrial Robot Association is an active network for developers, suppliers, end users, user organisations, educational institutions, and authorities with an interest in robotics technology.
EDOcobot
European Digital Innovation Hub, aiming to expand the use of collaborative robots in small and medium-sized manufacturing and logistics companies
ENFIELD
Development of the trustworthy, low-carbon artificial intelligence of the future
euROBIN
A European assembly of all leading laboratories in AI and robotics to share ideas across borders and ensure Europe remains competitive in the global AI race
FIREDRAGON
Development of drone technology to combat Europe’s growing forest fire problem
HERD
Development of technologies that enable a person to control groups of both land and airborne robots
MADE
Denmark’s manufacturing cluster, MADE, is the gathering point for creating solutions for the factories of the future through research, innovation, and education
RENÉE
Development of artificial intelligence and advanced robotics technology to strengthen circular processes in product remanufacturing
RoboSapiens
Development of robots with AI and the ability to adapt to significant and unforeseen changes in their environment – including close collaboration with humans
SAVA
Development of next-generation safety systems for autonomous machines, which account for unforeseen obstacles such as people and animals
Smart Skin for Exploration Cobots
Development of an interactive, protective smart skin prototype for robots, combining expertise in robotics, printed electronics, and 3D printing
A selection of our completed projects...
AgROBOfood
A European project supporting the agriculture and food sector in developing and realising automation and digitalisation solutions
BladeRunner
Groundbreaking robotics technology is set to revolutionise how we construct buildings
CANOPIES
A European development project examining collaboration between humans and robots in unstructured, outdoor environments such as grape fields
Cobot Knowledge Lab
A project preparing today’s and tomorrow’s workforce to become innovative cobot users
CoCobot
Exploring automation opportunities in the construction industry by using mobile robots for transporting tools and materials
COVR
A pan-European project making it significantly easier to improve workplace safety and productivity using collaborative robots
DIH-HERO
A cross-border project to foster innovation in robotics technology for healthcare
DIH-World
DIH-World aims to accelerate the adoption of advanced digital technologies among European manufacturing SMEs
DISARM
Development of robotics technology for safer and faster localisation of unexploded ordnance in Ukraine
GenstartNU
Offering independent guidance on robotics technology and production optimisation to Danish manufacturing companies
INNOSORT
Innovative, optimal sorting and recycling of waste
inVALUABLE
Europe’s largest innovation project to date on insects as feed and food
PIRAT
A research project developing robotics tailored to small-scale production, where cobots can easily be instructed in new assembly processes
Polaris
Development of indoor navigation via a network of autonomous robotic wayfinding assistants
R5-COP
Increasing flexibility and adaptability of automation and robotics systems through modular technology
RAMPup
Development of modular, flexible automation usable across industries and products
RIMA
Strengthening Europe’s leadership in inspection and maintenance robotics
RobotUnion
The first European robotics acceleration programme, aiming to discover, support, and fund projects within the robotics industry
ROBOTT-NET
Bringing Europe’s best robotics ideas to life through knowledge, networking, and funding
SafeCOP
28 partners across five countries exploring and developing a framework for secure communication between collaborative technologies
SHOP4CF
Advanced modern technologies boosting the competitiveness of European enterprises by enabling easier sharing of knowledge and experience along with technology adoption
SoCobot
Developing deeper integration between robots and AI, enabling robots to interpret facial expressions and human behaviour
SUSMEAL
Automation of sustainable mealworm production for feed and food
TEDAI
Development of a secure collaborative robot – a mobile robot with a tethered drone – partially automating stock-taking in high-bay warehouses