Digital Transformation of Industry
An Innovation Hub devoted to the efficient application of the digital transformation through the implementation of advanced and emerging technologies and approaches in industry.
About this hub
Based at the Technical University of Košice (Slovakia).
It focuses on the continuous improvement and open innovation of industrial production and relevant public services through digitalization.
It contributes to sectors such as manufacturing, creative industry, health, among others.
Thematic areas
- Industry 4.0
- Smart manufacturing
- Automation and control systems
- Robotics
- Artificial intelligence
- Additive manufacturing
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Cybersecurity
- Big data
- Cloud computing
Objectives
The Ulysseus Innovation Hub on Digital Transformation of Industry (IH TUKE) at the Technical University of Košice (TUKE) aims to facilitate digital transformation across various industries, aligning with regional research priorities and European challenges. The primary vision is to increase the societal impact and international recognition of TUKE and Ulysseus European University through innovations in digital transformation that address industrial and societal problems by leveraging research infrastructure, an innovation ecosystem, and quality education.
The main objectives are to:
- Strengthen international research and innovation (R&I) activities,
- Improve interdisciplinary research quality and technology transfer,
- Enhance cooperation within the Ulysseus ecosystem,
- Develop a systematic approach to innovation,
- Boost the visibility and impact of R&I results, and
- Develop groundbreaking research to address societal needs
IH TUKE focuses on implementing the Innovation Hub, engaging research teams and stakeholders, supporting start-up/spin-off incubators, facilitating R&I projects, identifying living labs, enhancing the visibility of R&I, and fostering synergies with entities such as European Digital Innovation Hubs, Enterprise Europe Network, and EIT.
IH TUKE is dedicated to accelerating digital transformation, aiming to elevate TUKE and Ulysseus’s influence by fostering innovations that solve industrial and societal challenges through a robust ecosystem and quality education.
Existing facilities & resources
Where we are
Photo: TUKE
The Innovation Hub TUKE (IH TUKE) is located at the University Science Park TECHNICOM at TUKE, acting as a bridge between university potential (teachers, students, researchers), regional innovation ecosystems (industry, research, NGOs, authorities), and the Ulysseus campus. It supports entrepreneurship, collaborates with startup incubators, and contributes to the European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH CASSOVIUM). IH TUKE fosters collaborations with regional authorities, industry partners, and universities to drive digital transformation initiatives.
Startup Centre and Incubator
Photo: TUKE, TECHNICOM
IH TUKE, via USP TECHNICOM, connects academia with industry to nurture startup growth, supporting innovative technologies. The Startup Centre and Incubator TUKE guide young companies by providing expertise, laboratories, and collaborations with experienced entrepreneurs. It plays a crucial role in Slovakia’s startup ecosystem by supporting early-stage and advanced startups, including Nordics.io, StorePredictor, Smart City Group, CeeLabs, and Pulsawork.
IoT LAB
Photo: TUKE
Established in 2017 through TUKE’s collaboration with AT&T, the IoT lab supports the development of Internet of Things solutions. It is used by students and partner companies to prototype new technologies, offering technical equipment, intelligent room management, and a mini kitchen.
SmartTechLab for Industry 4.0
Photo: TUKE
The SmartTechLab, based at the Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies in Prešov, focuses on smart technologies and process digitalization. It features laser profilometers for quality measurement of 3D-printed surfaces and offers remote access.
Associated Partners
Digital Transformation Partners
Associated Partners are regional and local authorities, businesses, and citizens who participate and contribute to both the Ulysseus long-term mission and to our regional development and to shape the future of the European Higher Education. They are involved in the co-creation and design thinking processes, in the plans and structures and in the programs of activities of Ulysseus.
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