Riga, 31.03.2026. — The third phase of the project “Development of a robotic system for the automated packaging of spatially randomly arranged objects” has successfully concluded, marking significant progress in production-ready automation and intelligent control systems. This period focused on evaluating the utilization of secondary products in manufacturing and downstream processing, as well as the successful implementation of primary programming and core system logic.
Key results achieved during this period:
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A. Vision and Lighting Prototype: Developed a functional lighting and camera mount prototype, and engineered the final lighting model, incorporating optimal thermal cooling for the light modules and precise orientation relative to the image plane.
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B. Optical Optimization: Identified and locked in the optimal camera position relative to the light source, ensuring maximum image quality.
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C. Dataset Acquisition: Successfully gathered and recorded the baseline dataset within a controlled laboratory environment for system training.
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D. Robot Selection: Selected and approved the ideal robot model tailored specifically to the updated product concept.
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E. AI Recognition Enhancements: Upgraded the neural network model within our Proprietary Vision Software to achieve superior accuracy in log recognition and Grain Orientation detection.
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F. Smart Logic: Engineered a specialized software program to instantly verify log pick-up feasibility before the robotic arm initiates movement.
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G. Robotic Tooling Development: Designed and field-tested a streamlined robotic end-effector (tool) model.
Impact on future research: It was concluded that extended testing and model optimization will be required to achieve an operational accuracy of >99%.
Future research outlook based on achievements to date: The equipment prototype will be developed in late 2026, and final testing may be conducted with a delay extending until September 2027.
Project implementation period: October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2027. Research budget: 638,520 EUR. Recovery Fund: 444,664 EUR.










