{"id":2832,"date":"2026-01-23T16:48:14","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T15:48:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gr.ai-matters.eu\/ai-matters-newsletter-q1-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-01-23T16:48:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T15:48:14","slug":"ai-matters-newsletter-q1-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gr.ai-matters.eu\/en\/ai-matters-newsletter-q1-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"AI-MATTERS Newsletter Q1, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-elements-3669d169c4658fbac2474c99a2302663\" style=\"color:#030c5b\"><strong>About AI-MATTERS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">AI-Matters is a European network of testing and experimentation facilities, aiming at increasing the resilience and the flexibility of the European manufacturingsector through the deployment of the latest developments in AI, robotics and intelligent, autonomous systems for flexible production. The project is co-funded by the European Commission and sources at national\/regional level.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-inter-font-family has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/how-it-works\/\">How AI-MATTERS works<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"978\" height=\"478\" src=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/spain-q1-2026.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/spain-q1-2026.png 978w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/spain-q1-2026-300x147.png 300w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/spain-q1-2026-768x375.png 768w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/spain-q1-2026-600x293.png 600w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/spain-q1-2026-64x31.png 64w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 978px) 100vw, 978px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-elements-8858930eae1867142bf418e2d648d950\" style=\"color:#030c5b\"><strong>Meet the Spanish Node: AI Innovation for Industry<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\"><em>This time in our \u2019Meet the Nodes\u2019 series, we turn to Spain, where the AI-MATTERS node helps manufacturing SMEs accelerate digital and sustainable transformation.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The Spanish Node is coordinated by TECNALIA, together with AIMEN, ITA and AFM, combining strong research expertise with close links to industry.<\/p>\n<p>The node focuses on advanced AI test and experimentation facilities for manufacturing, helping companies modernise production and apply AI to emerging circular-economy processes such as eco-design, resource efficiency, remanufacturing and recycling.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">Companies can access a wide range of physical and virtual services, including AI and robotics test benches, data and vision labs, additive manufacturing, advanced simulation and high-performance computing. Strategic investments are planned to further expand and upgrade this infrastructure.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/es.ai-matters.eu\/en\/\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"S\u00e5dan bruger du AI til programmering af robotter\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aocv0wORBF8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-elements-c709cb1cd4e1d65c996116918fb6d078\" style=\"color:#030c5b\"><strong>Service in the spotlight: From prompt to robot program, in just minutes!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">What if you could describe a task in plain language \u2013 and let AI generate the robot code for you?<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to work by the Teknologisk Institut (DTI), this is no longer a future scenario. Within the AI-MATTERS project, it\u2019s already being applied in practice.<\/p>\n<p>By combining generative AI with robot-specific knowledge \u2013 such as task descriptions, script manuals and best-practice files \u2013 DTI demonstrates how both beginners and experienced users can:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>program robots faster<\/li>\n<li>reduce errors<\/li>\n<li>adapt more easily to production changes<\/li>\n<li>spend more time testing and improving, instead of coding from scratch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In a recent benchmark, success rates increased from 75% to 100%, while programming time was reduced by more than half. The key? Preparing the AI with the right information.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">Whether you\u2019re taking your first steps in robotics or dealing with frequent changeovers, this approach delivers tangible value for manufacturing SMEs.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/from-a-blank-screen-to-finished-code-in-minutes-how-to-use-ai-to-program-robots\/\">Learn more about this service<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"AI-MATTERS User Story: SMAUT (EN)\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0hymDadMaHM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-elements-f499e276159cef54bce3ac878a2e9ceb\" style=\"color:#030c5b\"><strong>How SMAUT Technology is Transforming Autonomous Mowing with AI-MATTERS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">SMAUT Technology, a company collaborating with AI-MATTERS partner Czech Institute of Informatics, Robotics and Cybernetics at Czech Technical University in Prague (CIIRC CTU), is advancing autonomous mowing solutions by enhancing navigation, obstacle avoidance, and AI-driven route optimization, delivering safer, smarter, and more efficient operations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">Together, they are developing prototypes that can navigate complex terrain and avoid obstacles using advanced sensor data. They\u2019re also testing the entire system for cybersecurity &#8211; ensuring it\u2019s resilient and that the data they collect stays protected. One of the most exciting parts? Intelligent route planning. The mowers don\u2019t just follow paths; they learn, adapt, and optimize their behavior in real time. All of this gives SMAUT the confidence to offer their customers even more reliable, secure, and autonomous solutions &#8211; ready for the real world!<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignwide is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/cz.ai-matters.eu\/en\/user-story-smaut-technology\/\">Read Full Story<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/meldon-1024x768.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11571\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/meldon-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/meldon-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/meldon-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/meldon-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/meldon-600x450.png 600w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/meldon-64x48.png 64w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/meldon.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-elements-d0e3c3348f7d7bf965da3d491946b355\" style=\"color:#030c5b\"><strong>Getting started with vision systems within AI-MATTERS: Meldon explores the power of AI to improve processes<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">Meldon is taking a significant step toward smarter and error-free production. Together with Blue Engineering and AI-MATTERS partner Brainport Industries, the company conducted research nto machine vision and AI for plastic extrusion profiles with high visibility requirements.<\/p>\n<p>Stan Erens, COO of Meldon: \u201cDuring production, small deviations sometimes occur that we only notice afterwards. This results in rejects. With a 2D line scan camera and a self-learning AI model, Anomaly Detect, we can now recognize deviations immediately. The system learns what a good product is and automatically detects anything that deviates from it. This allows us to collect valuable data and improve our processes step by step.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">The result? A clear picture of the technology that suits Meldon and new opportunities to further improve its quality.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nl.ai-matters.eu\/en\/getting-started-with-vision-systems-within-ai-matters-meldon-explores-the-power-of-ai-to-improve-processes\/\">Read Full Story<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"AI-MATTERS service: recognision, sorting and packaging of products\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FFVvijBFwNM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-elements-497131dcc0514e92f1d6e42fed83fdff\" style=\"color:#030c5b\"><strong>AI service: recognision, sorting and packaging of products<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">At AI-MATTERS, we are working toward a future in which artificial intelligence and digitalization create real value for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing companies.<\/p>\n<p>In this video, we explain how AI-MATTERS helps companies to:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>make faster and better decisions<\/li>\n<li>digitalize processes without complex implementations<\/li>\n<li>increase productivity with smart, data-driven solutions<\/li>\n<li>quickly experiment and learn in a realistic digital factory simulation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">Whether you\u2019re an innovative high mix low volume SME or produce high volumes: with AI-MATTERS you can discover how AI can truly strengthen your production environment.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FFVvijBFwNM\">Watch the video<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-elements-fd7c292d8914be9b856edf1c03dfc657\" style=\"color:#030c5b\"><strong>AI-MATTERS Progress Update: Driving AI Innovation in European Manufacturing<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Since our launch at AI-MATTERS, we have been working to strengthen Europe\u2019s position in AI for manufacturing. With a robust network of Testing and Experimentation Facilities (TEFs), we are now entering a new phase, focusing on real-world AI deployment, SME engagement, and cross-border collaboration.<\/p>\n<p>From test environments to trustworthy AI practices, this progress update outlines how AI-MATTERS is shaping the future of innovation in industrial Europe.<\/p>\n<p>Read our full update and discover what\u2019s next in the article below.h new digital strategies, or boost sustainability, AI-MATTERS can help you explore what&#8217;s possible.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/ai-matters-progress-update-driving-ai-innovation-in-european-manufacturing\/\">Read the article<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-elements-6a5e977ebb7ca912bfbe0d0c3d4dafba\" style=\"color:#030c5b\"><strong>How AI-MATTERS works<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">AI-MATTERS helps technology providers and manufacturing companies collaborate on real-world experiments with AI and robotics. By offering access to test facilities, data, and expert support, it enables tech developers to validate and mature their solutions in realistic production settings, while allowing manufacturers to explore the potential of AI for their specific challenges without upfront investment.&nbsp;AI-MATTERS&nbsp;focuses on startups, scale-ups, and SMEs\u2014though larger companies can also join\u2014and aims to boost the resilience and flexibility of the European manufacturing sector by accelerating the deployment of intelligent, autonomous systems. If you would like to know how&nbsp;AI-MATTERS&nbsp;works and want to know what\u2019s in it for you, head to our \u2018how it works\u2019 page, where you can get detailed information on how you can become part of the&nbsp;AI-MATTERS&nbsp;ecosystem.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/how-it-works\/\">How AI-MATTERS Works<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"508\" src=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Afbeelding4-1024x508.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Afbeelding4-1024x508.png 1024w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Afbeelding4-300x149.png 300w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Afbeelding4-768x381.png 768w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Afbeelding4-1536x762.png 1536w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Afbeelding4-600x298.png 600w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Afbeelding4-64x32.png 64w, https:\/\/ai-matters.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Afbeelding4.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<div style=\"height:23px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-inter-font-family wp-elements-b6f17cbaca69f4f1e091d52259e4881d\"><strong>Get in touch!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-inter-font-family\">Are you interested in one of our services? 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