Running Projects

In our ongoing research projects, we address current issues as well as forward-looking topics. Our work ranges from the application-oriented development and testing of new technologies and methods to basic scientific research and studies. Through collaboration with partners from academia and industry, we develop innovative approaches that combine scientific insights with practical solutions and open up new perspectives for future applications and developments.

Spatial Co-Creation – Research into spatial computing technologies to support collaborative design processes

The aim is to research technologies that support collaborative design processes in product development based on spatial computing
Modern XR methods are to be combined with traditional design philosophies to simplify the creation of interactive applications and make them more intuitive
Project partner: onexip GmbH, queo GmbH, TU Chemnitz
Project duration: 01.04.2026 - 31.03.2028

TiP-EX – A telepresence system with advanced sensor integration for enhanced perception in remote environments

The goal is to develop an indoor- and outdoor-capable telepresence robot with a user-centered interface to improve perception and orientation
Real-time fusion of additional sensor data and integration of expanded camera perspectives for a more precise, comprehensive field of view
Intuitive, cognitively unburdening operation to enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of teleoperation
Project partner: sciota GmbH, PinPoint GmbH, TU Chemnitz
Project duration: 23.02.2026 - 22.02.2028

„VirtualJET“ – Development of a real-time virtual process simulation for high-pressure water abrasive jet cutting for integration into digital planning systems

Integration of process and environmental parameters into the virtual 3D process simulation environment
Identification of optimization opportunities in the high-pressure water abrasive jet cutting process
Project partner: ATECH GmbH, NTI Deutschland GmbH, TU Chemnitz
Project duration: 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027

HapDig – Haptic-digital planning tool for collaborative hospital and care facility planning

Feasibility study to examine the requirements for content, organization, design, and financing of a haptic-digital planning tool for the construction and furnishing of clinics and care facilities
AR overlays are to be displayed using 3D-printed components (e.g., furnishings, walls, rooms) that can be clearly recognized by a smartphone in terms of shape and position.
The changes made during manual planning are to be fed back into digital planning software using AR.
Project partner: Faszinaturen UG
Project duration: 01.12.2025 - 30.11.2026

KI:X - Knowledge incubator for digital future technologies
Interdisciplinary research, qualification, and transfer space for the systematic exploration of application and exploitation potentials at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Extended Reality

Capability building at the intersection of AI and XR by integrating cutting-edge external expertise into research and education.
Application-driven innovation and transfer: developing, validating, and preparing market-ready solutions, business models, and spin-offs.
Establishing an open innovation ecosystem that enables interdisciplinary co-creation between academia, industry, and society.
Project partners: Siemens AG, Volkswagen AG, Trumpf SE & Co. KG, Hörmann Rawema, Innovationsnetzwerk XR-INTERACTION, Innovationsverbund Maschinenbau Sachsen VEMASinnovativ (all associated)
Project duration: 01.10.2025 - 30.09.2029

MaintainChain – Blockchain for tamper-proof maintenance documentation in production
Development of an AR-based application for remote maintenance of machine tools

On-site maintenance personnel receive visual assistance and instructions via AR overlays and are supported in real time by the manufacturer.
Tamper-proof maintenance documentation using blockchain technology ensures traceability and legal compliance.
An AI-based module enables tracking and error detection during the maintenance process.
Project partners: Fraunhofer IWU, NSH TECHNOLOGY GmbH, Mechanical Engineering Network Saxony VEMASinnovativ (associated)
Project duration: 01.10.2025 - 31.12.2026

„CityPlanningXR“ – User-centered tool for participatory urban planning in virtual and augmented reality
Development of a virtual and augmented reality application to promote citizen dialogue and simplify planning processes

Development of automated methods for converting inventory and planning data into executable, optimized 3D data
Development of mobile, user-oriented VR/AR applications to promote understanding and dialogue between urban planners and citizens
Project partners: LEFX GmbH, compl3te GmbH, TU Chemnitz, Chemnitz City Planning Office (associated), Network XR-INTERACTION (associated)
Project duration: 01.08.2025 - 31.12.2027
Further information: Project Website

„Kog-A-Pro“ – Modular software kit for cognitive automation functions
Development of a modular software toolkit for cognitive automation functions for the automation of complex production processes

Development of highly flexible, AI- and 3D-supported solutions for setting up laser processing systems, fine adjustment of filling systems and individually flexible quality inspection with robots
Project partners: Fraunhofer IWU, TRUMPF Sachsen GmbH, Dürr Somac GmbH, N+P Informationssysteme GmbH, d-opt GmbH, Mechanical Engineering Network Saxony VEMASinnovativ (associated)
Project duration: 01.01.2025 - 31.12.2027
Further information: Project Website (German only)

„MuvAko“ – Multimodal virtual assistants for context-sensitive tasks
Combined use of AI and spatial computing for experience-based e-commerce in virtual and mixed realities

Development of a context-sensitive AI assistance function in virtual and mixed realities
Project partners: TU Chemnitz, t2k GmbH, Ramblr GmbH
Project duration: 01.01.2025 - 31.12.2027
Further information: Project Website

Innovationscluster 2024
Subproject Tool MakAR

Development of a live data-supported augmented reality (AR) assistance system for toolmaking
Project duration: 01.03.2024 - 31.05.2027

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