Faster AI development using Simulation for Robotics & Localisation
Artificial intelligence for robotics and machine vision often requires large amounts of training data. Simulation and synthetic data offer an efficient way to develop, test and validate AI models more quickly.
A wide range of industrial applications will be covered. These include computer vision challenges, such as object detection, localisation and quality inspection, as well as robotics, where robots learn to handle complex tasks via a simulated environment. Through concrete practical examples and demonstrations, you will gain a clear picture of the possibilities, challenges and impact of these technologies.
Key technologies covered include NVIDIA Isaac Sim and UNITY – leading platforms for robotics and AI simulation. During a hands-on session, you’ll get to work yourself: starting with a CAD model of an industrial component, you’ll generate synthetic datasets with all the necessary annotations to train a vision AI model, for example for pick-and-place applications.
In short: discover how virtual environments can accelerate the development of AI solutions and reduce reliance on large amounts of real-world training data.
Programme*
*Subject to change; the event will be conducted in English.
| Tijd | Topic |
|---|---|
| 8:30 | Welcome & Coffee |
| 9:00 | What are virtual environments and how are they used for Computer Vision & Robotics? Introduction followed by: - Industrial use cases with synthetic data (VINTECC) - Closing the Sim-to-real-gap (UHasselt) |
| 10:00 | Hands-on workshop - From CAD files to synthetic images - Getting started with NVIDIA Isaac Sim |
| 11:10 | From Generative AI to Physical AI: challenges & potential Presentations from Datameister.ai and ML6 |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 13:00 | Optional: "Physical AI & Mobile Robotics - Beyond the hype" Following the workshop, you can take part in the inspirational afternoon featuring live demonstrations. Seperate Registration Form |
Practicalities
- Date: September 15 2026
- Time: 8:30-12:00
Optional Atternoon Programme: inspirational afternoon with live demos: "Physical AI & Mobile Robotics - Beyond the hype" 12:00 - 17:30
Register here - Location: Technology Centrum Diepenbeek
- Target Audience: Manufacturing companies, technology providers and system integrators - anyone who has experience with robotics and computer vision and would like to take their skills to the next level.
This workshop is part of two projects supported by VLAIO: "Vision for industrial robot applications" and "Location technologies for industrial applications".
Register now (free)
