The website horse-project.eu was associated with the HORSE Project, an initiative under the European Horizon 2020 research and innovation program. The project’s primary focus was on smart manufacturing technologies. It aimed to enhance the manufacturing processes of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by introducing an adaptable framework that combined:
- Collaborative Robots (Cobots): Robots designed to work alongside humans in industrial environments, enhancing productivity and safety.
- IoT (Internet of Things): Integration of connected devices to streamline data collection and communication.
- Human-Robot Collaboration: Systems facilitating seamless cooperation between humans and robots in production settings.
- Flexible Manufacturing Systems: Tools and frameworks to adapt to various production requirements without significant reconfiguration.
Objectives of the HORSE Project:
- Develop an adaptable framework: To support smart factories by integrating robots, sensors, and AI.
- Promote collaboration: Enhance the cooperation between humans and machines in industrial tasks.
- Boost SME competitiveness: Equip small manufacturers with cutting-edge tools and processes to remain competitive in the global market.
- Ensure safety: Implement safe practices and technologies in human-robot interaction.
The project showcased its outcomes through demonstration sites across Europe, where real-world industrial scenarios highlighted the benefits of the proposed technologies.