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MSV Brno International Engineering Fair 2025

October 7 | 09:00 – October 10 | 16:00 UTC+1

For the fourth time, RICAIP Testbed Prague (at CIIRC CTU) is joining the joint exhibition of the National Centre for Industry 4.0 and its key partners, under the name “United by Innovation”, at the International Engineering Fair in Brno – MSV Brno 2025! We have prepared a range of technology demonstrations, innovations, and industry-focused solutions using artificial intelligence increase the flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability of manufacturing processes. Our showcase will feature a wide array of technological advancements and opportunities that help manufacturing companies thrive in the digital age.

When: 7 – 10 October 2025 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: BVV – Brno Exhibition Centre: Digital Factory 2.0, Hall F, Booth 201

Read the Press Release
Visit the NCP4.0 website (in CZ)
Demonstrators
DigiStage on Testbeds
Make an appointment with RICAIP testbed representatives

Why International Industrial Fair and why a shared booth with other partners?

Collaboration is key to overcoming complex challenges. By connecting with a network of partners, we bring new benefits to our clients, creating a rich ecosystem of expertise and knowledge. This message is something we aim to convey through several dozen square meters of our booth at International Industrial Fair. Together, we offer innovative solutions that surpass the capabilities of individual partners, technology suppliers, and equipment providers. Our customers gain a clear vision of how to tackle their challenges, which may vary in complexity. At the end of this journey lies the tangible advantage of implementing innovations, improving processes, or taking a significant step forward in digitalization.

RICAIP Testbed Prague, a state-of-the-art facility for research, development, and testing of industrial solutions at CIIRC CTU in Prague, brings the latest technologies in artificial intelligence, digital twins, and 5G networks to Czech industry.

RICAIP Testbed Prague contributes to the overall concept of the joint stand “United by Innovation” with the specific theme “AI Technologies for Smart and Sustainable Innovation”. It connects the world of academic research with the needs of industrial practice, from flexible manufacturing to efficient intralogistics.

We focus on practical demonstrations of how cutting-edge technologies using artificial intelligence increase the flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability of production processes.

In addition, these technologies are more accessible to Czech companies thanks to projects and networks such as RICAIP, AI-MATTERS/TEF, EDIH CTU, and AIRISE.

Companies gain access to cutting-edge expertise and infrastructure at the European level, at very favourable conditions or completely free of charge.

“The exhibition within Digital Factory 2.0 does not focus on the technologies only, but especially shows how to concretely use AI, robotics, and 5G for company growth and sustainable production. We want visitors to leave with practical inspiration and a clear idea of how to implement these technologies in their operations.”
Pavel Burget, Director of the RICAIP Testbed Prague, CIIRC CTU

What have we prepared for our joint stand with the National Center for Industry 4.0 and other partners? Everything can be summed up in four words: trends, innovation, sustainability, accessibility.

  • TRENDS: We are transferring AI and tech trends into manufacturing practice. At the stand, you will see demonstrations of digital twins, artificial intelligence, and 3D scanning for rapid adaptation of robotic handling, automation, and autonomous production control.
  • INNOVATION: Our comprehensive professional solutions are the engine of innovation, connecting technologies and approaches into a single scalable whole (AI, robotics, sensors, machine vision, data platforms, localization using 5G networks, etc.).
  • SUSTAINABILITY: By optimizing production, we ensure energy sustainability and cost savings. You will see real-time energy consumption monitoring right at the stand. We will show you examples of savings in practice – from production lines to automated beer taps.
  • ACCESSIBILITY: We make cutting-edge technologies available to companies of all sizes and technological maturity. We will introduce you to examples of how even small and medium-sized enterprises benefit from modern technologies thanks to subsidy schemes such as EDIH CTU or TEF/AI-MATTERS. This opens up a wide range of opportunities for businesses, which gain access to infrastructure, expertise, and tailor-made services, all on the platform and technological “playground” of the RICAIP Testbed Prague.

Energy Zone

Live: Energy & Water Consumption Measurement

The future of manufacturing is smart and sustainable – and data is the key. Effective data collection and processing for automation and production optimization is a topic that CIIRC CTU teams have been working on for a long time from various aspects of production.

Tech Zone

Focus on AI, Digital Twins, and 5G Networks

From RICAIP Testbed Prague, we have prepared a demonstration of flexible production control in cooperation with T-Mobile and their T-Process Platform system, and an advanced demonstration of collaborative robotics. Visitors will also see the use of the most advanced AI methods for automatic reconstruction of objects in the industrial metaverse and robotic manipulation

Innovation Zone

Complex Innovation Consultancy

Experts will advise on how to implement innovations, finance them, and adapt them to the specific needs of a company. The CIIRC CTU team involved in initiatives such as RICAIP, EDIH CTU, AI-MATTERS/TEF, or AIRISE will be ready to consult specific company requirements for the development and testing of new solutions and the introduction of AI into production – thanks to dozens of projects already carried out and delivered.

Particular RICAIP Demonstrators

Smart measurement of energy and water consumption

In the Energy Zone of the RICAIP Testbed at MSV 2025, we will show how smart measurement and analysis of energy and water consumption can make operations more efficient and environmentally friendly. Visitors will be able to see this for themselves thanks to a compact modular 5G IIoT system that integrates real-time energy consumption data across the entire exhibition, as well as Narrowband (NB) IoT technology. This technology is suitable for battery operation and will be presented at the stand using the example of an ultrasonic flow meter for measuring water consumption.
Data is transmitted via a 5G SA private campus network, including continuous monitoring of 5G signal quality. All this in real time, right at the stand.

Robotic Cell for Flexible Production

At our stand, we will demonstrate how production can respond flexibly to changing conditions – in our case, on a scaled-down model of an autonomous modular factory represented by two KUKA collaborative robots. This is a clear demonstration of the main principles of modern, flexible, and sustainable production. The robotic cell automatically adapts to the type of module according to the manufacturer’s “recipe,” which contains all the necessary steps and tools. Thanks to dynamic smart planning using AI, sequences of tasks are generated automatically, without the need to reprogram the robots. This approach saves time and money and paves the way for more easily reconfigurable manufacturing processes. The solution is also integrated into T-Mobile’s T-Process Platform, enabling its practical use in industry.

Robotic Tap System

The robotic tap is a traditional and indispensable part of the stand. It is no coincidence that this year it will be located in the Energy Zone, because it is not only a technological gadget, but also a comprehensive solution that will demonstrate full automation in practice and will also serve to collect data for effective operation management. In this case, data on energy consumption, but also on temperature, flow rate, and the amount of beer dispensed.
Our robotic beer tap is fully prepared for continuous unattended operation. Anytime, anywhere. It can tap four beers at once and is equipped with AI that allows it to adapt to its surroundings and optimize energy consumption. Thanks to feedback from sensors, it can actively adapt the movements of the robot that taps the beer. Advanced data analytics intelligently control cooling and prevent malfunctions. This tap represents a cutting-edge solution for sustainable and smart management using the latest technologies.

Collaborative robots as you (don’t) know them: Industrial precision for rehabilitation

Versatility, flexibility, and scalability are the basis of research at RICAIP Testbed Prague. Cobots have their roots in industry: they measure and dispense force, respond to changes in the environment, and perform sensitive tasks thanks to precise control. A new type of robot, which is being prepared for next year, adds higher safety features and advanced control, so we can safely deploy it outside of industry, for example in healthcare—an area we are currently focusing on because we see great potential in it. Therefore, the same principles allow the robot to be reprogrammed and, instead of precisely assembling components in a production line, the same system can be used in rehabilitation programs, for example.

At our booth, we are showing a virtual reality car driving simulator: exercise becomes a game that motivates patients and helps them regain the range of motion in their joints and the fine motor skills needed for driving.

DigiStage: Conference Program

The Digital Factory invites you to DigiStage – a program packed with demonstrations of the latest trends and examples of best practices in Industry 4.0. Be inspired by the stories of companies that have embraced smart manufacturing. Find out what solutions are currently on the market and let us guide you through the journey of digitalization.

Visit the NCP4.0 website for overall DigiStage agenda

Thursday, 9 October 2025

9:30–15:45 | THE FUTURE IS DIGITAL
9:30–11:00 | FOCUS ON STARTUPS

11:00–12:00 | HOW TESTBEDS HELP COMPANIES GROW: From Research to Real Impact

12:30–13:15 | SPECIFIC SOLUTIONS FOR SPECIFIC OPERATIONS
13:15–14:20 | WHERE 5G HELPS
14:30–15:45 | ENERGY OPTIMIZATION IN MANUFACTURING

–> How Testbeds Help Companies Grow: From Research to Real Impact

University testbeds in Prague, Brno, and Ostrava, connected within RICAIP and the European initiative TEF AI-MATTERS, will present specific examples of how independent research infrastructure can help companies of all sizes implement innovations.

In cooperation with:

11:00–11:05 | Opening & Introduction

Welcome and overview of the Czech network of testbeds in Prague, Brno and Ostrava.
Emphasis on openness to companies, accessibility of services, and opportunities for collaboration and support.

Speakers:

  • Ondřej Beránek, Head of the Czech Node Office of AI-MATTERS, CIIRC CTU
  • David Pešek, Innovation Manager, EDIH CTU

11:05–11:45 | Testbed–Industry Case Studies (3 × 12 minutes)

Dynamic mini-blocks with short duo-presentations (testbed + company) followed by moderated Q&A.
Each case demonstrates how cutting-edge infrastructure and expertise help companies innovate faster and smarter.
Moderated by: David Pešek, Innovation Manager, EDIH CTU

#1 AI for Autonomous Machines

  • Dr. Pavel Burget, Director, RICAIP Testbed Prague, CIIRC CTU
  • Alan Ilczyszyn, CEO, SMAUT Technology s.r.o.
    Case Study: Development of advanced sensor solutions, automated mapping, and AI algorithms for SMAUT’s autonomous mowing robots. Focus on reliable operation in GNSS-limited environments, obstacle detection, and dynamic mapping for deployment at solar farms, airports and industrial sites.

#2 AI for Predictive Maintenance

  • Prof. Pavel Václavek, CEITEC BUT, RICAIP Testbed Brno
  • Pavel Konečný, CEO, Neuron soundware SE
    Case Study: Experimentation within TEF programme on AI transformer models for sound-based diagnostics of industrial machinery. Development and testing of deep learning methods for extracting acoustic features and predicting failures in real-time production environments.

#3: Smart Factory Collaboration

  • Prof. Jiří Koziorek, Head of Department of Cybernetics and Biomedical Engineering, Smart Factory, VŠB-TUO
  • Ing. Dušan Šelong, Head of Mechatronics Division, Elvac a.s.
    Case Study: Joint projects within EDIH Ostrava, AI-MATTERS TEF and contract research. Examples of industrial use cases and lessons learned from applying academic expertise in real manufacturing settings.

11:45–11:55 | How to Start Collaborating with a Testbed
Practical guidance for companies: what to prepare, what to expect, how projects are managed (IP, contracts, financing).

  • Ondřej Beránek, Head of the Czech Node Office of AI-MATTERS, CIIRC CTU
  • David Pešek, Innovation Manager, EDIH CTU

11:55–12:00 | Closing & Call to Action
Summary of key takeaways and invitation to follow-up:

  • Explore opportunities for collaboration
  • Arrange visits to testbeds
  • Meet testbed representatives at the NCP 4.0 booth


Venue: Hall F, Digital Factory 2.0, Booth 201