ARISE Experiments
HEROX
Revolutionizing manufacturing with AI, XR, and Human-Robot Interaction
HEROX boosts agile manufacturing with AI-powered HRI. The XR-enhanced system improves assembly efficiency and worker safety, creating a human-centric Industry 5.0 environment. Open-source modules facilitate broad adoption and shared ecosystem gains.
The Challenge: Agile Production Needs Human-Robot Synergy
Agile manufacturing requires humans and robots to work together seamlessly. But today’s factory floors are often defined by physical strain, repetitive tasks, and inefficient communication between workers and machines. This leads to worker burnout, safety risks, and slower, less adaptable production processes. The solution isn’t to replace humans but to augment them with intelligent, reactive assistants that improve productivity, safety, and worker well-being.
Our Solution: The HEROX Collaborative Robotics System
HEROX is a groundbreaking human-robot collaboration (HRC) platform that combines advanced AI, real-time perception, and immersive XR to create a safer, smarter, and more productive factory floor. We’ve created a system where robots are not just tools, but intelligent partners guided by your voice and adapting dynamically to your actions and the workspace.
- 360° Situational Awareness: Robots perceive and understand the environment using real-time, 360-degree vision and object recognition, safely navigating around humans and adapting to dynamic conditions.
- Voice-Controlled Collaboration: Powered by Large Language Models (LLMs), operators can issue natural language commands—no coding or complex interfaces required.
- Immersive XR Guidance: Step-by-step instructions and real-time information are displayed directly through XR interfaces, helping reduce cognitive load and human error.
- Dynamic Adaptability: Reactive control algorithms enable the Mobile Manipulator (MoMa) to respond to human presence and task variations instantly, enabling smooth and precise collaboration.
Human Centricity: Robots that Empower, Not Replace
HEROX is built on the core principles of Industry 5.0, where automation enhances (not replaces) the human workforce. We’re not just building robots; we’re designing intelligent assistants that elevate the human role in manufacturing.
For Workers: Reduce physical strain by offloading heavy and repetitive tasks to MoMa. Intuitive interfaces and natural interaction lower the barriers to adoption and create opportunities for a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
For Businesses: Increase productivity by over 30% and reduce error rates by 50%. HEROX also supports a reduction in injury-related costs by up to 30%, while improving workforce satisfaction and operational adaptability.
The ARISE Contribution: Modular Robot Skills for Industry 5.0
HEROX contributes to the ARISE ecosystem with a modular and reusable set of open-source AI-powered robot skills, made available as ROS2 components.
These include:
- 360-degree situational awareness and perception modules
- Voice interaction powered by LLMs for intuitive HRI
- Reactive planning and control for dynamic assembly collaboration
In addition, a FIWARE-integrated condition monitoring module offers real-time safety alerts, workflow visualizations, and operational insights — ensuring transparency and traceability across deployments. All components are designed for broad adoption across industrial use cases.
Impact & Scalability: Shaping the Future of Collaborative Robotics
With the global robotics market projected to reach USD 74 billion by 2026, HEROX delivers a solution that meets the urgent need for more flexible, human-aware automation. End users like SAT expect over 20% reduction in implementation costs, while providers like Neurofai anticipate annual revenue growth of over 10%, driven by scalable integration and demand for intelligent collaboration tools. HEROX is more than a technology — it’s a catalyst for a safer, more inclusive, and more efficient manufacturing ecosystem.
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