Next-Level Innovation
Next-Level Innovation
Our research projects in focus
Our focus
Are you ready for the next level of digital innovation? We are the hotspot for application-oriented research and are driving digital transformation at an international level.
As an independent research institute, we develop groundbreaking technologies and anticipate tomorrow's business models. Innovation meets practice with one clear goal: your digital transformation! We foster close collaboration between research and industry to create solutions that are not only smart but also sustainable. Let's revolutionize the digital landscape together!
Our research. Your progress.
Spotlight
Factory X.
Establishment of a data room for the equipment industry – the suppliers of factories worldwide
EDIH Saarland.
Promoting AI-based digitalization and innovation for SMEs in Saarland – networked regionally and across Europe.
CoLab4DigiTwin.
Development of a 3D platform for smart, data-based collaboration in production processes.
Focus on knowledge and innovation
Our publications range in scope from digitalization, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and new working environments. They are well-founded, practically oriented, and have received numerous international awards. Anyone interested in relevant, applied research will find fascinating reading material here.
Thanks to our team, ideas become award-winning research contributions.
Technologies for tomorrow, today
Ongoing research
We focus on application-oriented research transfer at an international level. Our focus is on the future of companies and the concept of the Super Smart Enterprise. As an independent research institute, we develop innovative technologies and rethink business models. In doing so, we closely combine research, innovation, and practice.
DynaNet
Development and testing of a dynamic grid fee as a price signal for grid-friendly behavior in conjunction with home energy management systems.
ALINA
Adaptive learning assistant for intelligent training of young talent
AkuMonit
Intelligent acoustic monitoring system for animal husbandry facilities for ecological and economic optimization
SURF
Smart, user-centric regional flexibility platform for grid and market
KIreDe
AI-based assistance system for resource-efficient and sustainable design processes in the textile and clothing industry
AWaCER
AI-based counting at carton and item level in the warehouse by an autonomous drone equipped with a multi-channel radar sensor
GreenSteelSkills
Competencies for green steel
SME Digital Center Saarbrücken
EnOptI
Flexible and sustainable energy optimization in buildings through intelligent virtualization
ProDiNA
Intelligent prototype testing on the digital twin for sustainability optimization of drive systems
VuLCAn
Intelligent validation platform & low-code authoring tool for digital diagnostics
ARIKI
Automated remote inspection of critical infrastructure
FläKI
Development and testing of a comprehensive human-in-the-loop AI system using the example of ophthalmological treatment (Phase 1)
DaMaSt
Data-based management of raw material and process influences on the structure and properties of electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries
iperMö
intelligent and user-process-optimized smart device AR application for personalizable, generatively produced and freely formable furniture
OptiReturns
Digital tools for the optimized management of returned fashion goods with the aim of returning them to sale as quickly as possible or for second-life optimization
ViKI pro
Care-integrated artificial intelligence to support professional care process design in long-term care
COMATRA
Competence Center for Work Research: Shaping transformation in the Saar-Palatinate future corridor – Value-oriented work and learning in the circular economy
MediHops
Medical full body holoportation in virtual collaboration spaces using the example of supervised health and rehabilitation sports
FishAI
Intelligent, data-driven feeding system for land-based aquaculture facilities based on AI-based image recognition and dynamic, multivariate growth models
Factory X
Establishment of a data room for the equipment industry – the suppliers of factories worldwide
EDIH Saarland
Promoting AI-based digitalization and innovation for SMEs in Saarland – networked regionally and across Europe.
CoLab4DigiTwin
Development of a 3D platform for smart, data-based collaboration in production processes.
Individual research that advances your business
Together, we develop customized research solutions that advance your business. From the initial idea to the market-ready prototype – flexible, fast, and collaborative. Fast results, shorter time to market, and your competitive edge.