MAGICIAN: innovation revolutionizing production with Intelligent Robots
One of MAGICIAN’s most innovative aspects is its robots’ ability to learn from human experience. Through advanced sensors and AI-driven systems, these machines will be able to identify and correct defects just as an expert worker would.
Less health risk, more precision, and greater productivity.
From lab to leadership: Lorenzo Menaldo’s career path
Lorenzo Menaldo’s professional journey spans innovation, engineering, and leadership. From university to international management roles, then into consulting and academic mentorship.
Smart Materials: the future of artificial muscles
In our daily lives, robots are silent companions, present in factories, homes, and even hospitals. From robust and powerful industrial robots to small household assistants, robotics technology is constantly evolving to meet diverse human needs. So, what will be the next revolution? The so-called soft robotics.
Microplastics: a macro problem
The term “microplastic” was coined by Richard Thompson and refers to plastic particles smaller than 5 mm. This definition was chosen because these particles are visible under a microscope, requiring detailed observation to identify them. But where do these microplastics come from, and what materials are they made of?
The resilience of natural systems: a fascinating mystery
The complexity of natural mechanisms represents one of the most intriguing and challenging issues to tackle. A fascinating mystery lies in how natural systems manage to be so resilient. How do they maintain stable behaviors and fundamental properties essential for survival despite vast environmental variations and the uncertainty of the contexts in which they operate?
Towards sustainable decarbonization: innovations and challenges in offshore platforms
The transition from fossil fuels is still ongoing, with oil and gas accounting for 80% of global energy consumption. To reduce emissions from offshore production, solutions like floating wind farms are being adopted, but their intermittency presents technical challenges.
Dust of… Stars and Stripes: Elisa Torresani’s journey at San Diego State University
“I felt like something was missing, and that something was a period of study abroad. The opportunity came and paved the way for me to work as a researcher at one of the most prestigious American universities today.” These are the words of Elisa Torresani, an assistant professor at San Diego State University, who moved there seven years ago after completing her engineering studies at the University of Trento, from her bachelor’s degree to her PhD.
Algify and the University of Trento: a synergistic collaboration towards biomedical innovation
Imagine a world where scientific research no longer depends on the sacrifice of animals but draws its strength from nature itself. This is the goal of Algify, a startup born at the University of Trento. Emerging from the synergy of innovative genius and the power of nature, Algify uses specific compounds extracted from brown algae (known as “alginates”) to revolutionize biomedical research.
Aluminum and innovation: the future of alloy production in Rovereto
The production of aluminum billets is predominantly driven by the aerospace, automotive, and transportation sectors, all of which demand high-performance materials. In this landscape, aluminum extrusion remains one of the most essential processes employed. A market that continuously demands better performance pushes manufacturers to innovate relentlessly in pursuit of improved production efficiency.
An unexpected journey: into the future with Riccardo Donà
The autonomous driving sector is evolving rapidly. “In the near future, the sector is developing around two complementary business models: privately-owned vehicles with highway-level autonomous driving features, where a human driver remains on standby, and driverless vehicles for shared mobility, such as shuttles and robotaxis.” Contributing to this transition from prototyping to mass-market deployment is one of the most exciting challenges of his work.
