Industrial Robotics Automation: ROS-PLC Integration & Digital Twins Training Course

Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Robotics combines machine learning, control systems, and sensor fusion to create intelligent machines capable of perceiving, reasoning, and acting autonomously. Through modern tools like ROS 2, TensorFlow, and OpenCV, engineers can now design robots that navigate, plan, and interact with real-world environments intelligently.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level engineers who wish to develop, train, and deploy AI-driven robotic systems using current open-source technologies and frameworks.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use Python and ROS 2 to build and simulate robotic behaviors.
• Implement Kalman and Particle Filters for localization and tracking.
• Apply computer vision techniques using OpenCV for perception and object detection.
• Use TensorFlow for motion prediction and learning-based control.
• Integrate SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) for autonomous navigation.
• Develop reinforcement learning models to improve robotic decision-making.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Hands-on implementation using ROS 2 and Python.
• Practical exercises with simulated and real robotic environments.

Course Customization Options

To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

In this instructor-led, live training in Malta (online or onsite), participants will learn the different technologies, frameworks and techniques for programming different types of robots to be used in the field of nuclear technology and environmental systems.

The 6-week course is held 5 days a week. Each day is 4-hours long and consists of lectures, discussions, and hands-on robot development in a live lab environment. Participants will complete various real-world projects applicable to their work in order to practice their acquired knowledge.

The target hardware for this course will be simulated in 3D through simulation software. The ROS (Robot Operating System) open-source framework, C++ and Python will be used for programming the robots.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key concepts used in robotic technologies.
• Understand and manage the interaction between software and hardware in a robotic system.
• Understand and implement the software components that underpin robotics.
• Build and operate a simulated mechanical robot that can see, sense, process, navigate, and interact with humans through voice.
• Understand the necessary elements of artificial intelligence (machine learning, deep learning, etc.) applicable to building a smart robot.
• Implement filters (Kalman and Particle) to enable the robot to locate moving objects in its environment.
• Implement search algorithms and motion planning.
• Implement PID controls to regulate a robot's movement within an environment.
• Implement SLAM algorithms to enable a robot to map out an unknown environment.
• Extend a robot's ability to perform complex tasks through Deep Learning.
• Test and troubleshoot a robot in realistic scenarios.

In this instructor-led, live training in Malta (online or onsite), participants will learn the different technologies, frameworks and techniques for programming different types of robots to be used in the field of nuclear technology and environmental systems.

The 4-week course is held 5 days a week. Each day is 4-hours long and consists of lectures, discussions, and hands-on robot development in a live lab environment. Participants will complete various real-world projects applicable to their work in order to practice their acquired knowledge.

The target hardware for this course will be simulated in 3D through simulation software. The code will then be loaded onto physical hardware (Arduino or other) for final deployment testing. The ROS (Robot Operating System) open-source framework, C++ and Python will be used for programming the robots.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key concepts used in robotic technologies.
• Understand and manage the interaction between software and hardware in a robotic system.
• Understand and implement the software components that underpin robotics.
• Build and operate a simulated mechanical robot that can see, sense, process, navigate, and interact with humans through voice.
• Understand the necessary elements of artificial intelligence (machine learning, deep learning, etc.) applicable to building a smart robot.
• Implement filters (Kalman and Particle) to enable the robot to locate moving objects in its environment.
• Implement search algorithms and motion planning.
• Implement PID controls to regulate a robot's movement within an environment.
• Implement SLAM algorithms to enable a robot to map out an unknown environment.
• Test and troubleshoot a robot in realistic scenarios.

ROS 2 (Robot Operating System 2) is an open-source framework designed to support the development of complex and scalable robotic applications.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level robotics engineers and developers who wish to implement autonomous navigation and SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) using ROS 2.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and configure ROS 2 for autonomous navigation applications.
• Implement SLAM algorithms for mapping and localization.
• Integrate sensors such as LiDAR and cameras with ROS 2.
• Simulate and test autonomous navigation in Gazebo.
• Deploy navigation stacks on physical robots.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Hands-on practice using ROS 2 tools and simulation environments.
• Live-lab implementation and testing on virtual or physical robots.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

The Azure Bot Service combines the power of the Microsoft Bot Framework and Azure functions to enable rapid development of intelligent bots.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to easily create an intelligent bot using Microsoft Azure

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn the fundamentals of intelligent bots
• Learn how to create intelligent bots using cloud applications
• Understand how to use the Microsoft Bot Framework, the Bot Builder SDK, and the Azure Bot Service
• Understand how to design bots using bot patterns
• Develop their first intelligent bot using Microsoft Azure

Audience

• Developers
• Hobbyists
• Engineers
• IT Professionals

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice

A bot or chatbot is like a computer assistant that is used to automate user interactions on various messaging platforms and get things done faster without the need for users to speak to another human.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to get started in developing a bot as they step through the creation of sample chatbots using bot development tools and frameworks.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the different uses and applications of bots
• Understand the complete process in developing bots
• Explore the different tools and platforms used in building bots
• Build a sample chatbot for Facebook Messenger
• Build a sample chatbot using Microsoft Bot Framework

Audience

• Developers interested in creating their own bot

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice

This instructor-led, live training in Malta (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level participants who wish to explore the role of collaborative robots (cobots) and other human-centric AI systems in modern workplaces.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of Human-Centric Physical AI and its applications.
• Explore the role of collaborative robots in enhancing workplace productivity.
• Identify and address challenges in human-machine interactions.
• Design workflows that optimize collaboration between humans and AI-driven systems.
• Promote a culture of innovation and adaptability in AI-integrated workplaces.

This instructor-led, live training in Malta (online or onsite) is aimed at engineers who wish to learn about the applicability of artificial intelligence to mechatronic systems.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Gain an overview of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computational intelligence.
• Understand the concepts of neural networks and different learning methods.
• Choose artificial intelligence approaches effectively for real-life problems.
• Implement AI applications in mechatronic engineering.

This instructor-led, live training in Malta (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level robotics engineers and AI researchers who wish to utilize Multimodal AI for integrating various sensory data to create more autonomous and efficient robots that can see, hear, and touch.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Implement multimodal sensing in robotic systems.
• Develop AI algorithms for sensor fusion and decision-making.
• Create robots that can perform complex tasks in dynamic environments.
• Address challenges in real-time data processing and actuation.

This instructor-led, live training in Malta (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level automation engineers and control system designers who wish to implement motion control solutions using Omron PLCs.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand fundamental motion control concepts and their applications.
• Configure motion hardware and software in Sysmac Studio.
• Program and optimize single-axis and multi-axis motion control.
• Implement coordinated motion strategies, including interpolation and synchronization.

This instructor-led, live training in Malta (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level programmers who wish to enhance their skills in Omron PLC programming, HMI configuration, motion control, and safety systems.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Configure and program Omron PLCs using Sysmac Studio.
• Understand and apply IEC concepts in ladder logic and structured text programming.
• Develop motion control programs for single-axis and coordinated movements.
• Create HMI interfaces using the NA series and integrate them with Sysmac controllers.
• Implement and simulate safety standards and programs using NX series safety hardware.

This course introduces the student to the basics of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). After the discussion of the fundamental concept of PLCs the basic Ladder Diagram instructions are learned and practiced in Industrial Automation tasks. Audience - Electrical Specialists - Mechanical Engineers - Programmers with interest in Industrial Automation

This instructor-led, live training in Malta (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level participants who wish to enhance their skills in designing, programming, and deploying intelligent robotic systems for automation and beyond.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of Physical AI and its applications in robotics and automation.
• Design and program intelligent robotic systems for dynamic environments.
• Implement AI models for autonomous decision-making in robots.
• Leverage simulation tools for robotic testing and optimization.
• Address challenges such as sensor fusion, real-time processing, and energy efficiency.

A Smart Robot is an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system that can learn from its environment and its experience and build on its capabilities based on that knowledge. Smart Robots can collaborate with humans, working along-side them and learning from their behavior. Furthermore, they have the capacity for not only manual labor, but cognitive tasks as well. In addition to physical robots, Smart Robots can also be purely software based, residing in a computer as a software application with no moving parts or physical interaction with the world.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn the different technologies, frameworks and techniques for programming different types of mechanical Smart Robots, then apply this knowledge to complete their own Smart Robot projects.

The course is divided into 4 sections, each consisting of three days of lectures, discussions, and hands-on robot development in a live lab environment. Each section will conclude with a practical hands-on project to allow participants to practice and demonstrate their acquired knowledge.

The target hardware for this course will be simulated in 3D through simulation software. The ROS (Robot Operating System) open-source framework, C++ and Python will be used for programming the robots.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key concepts used in robotic technologies
• Understand and manage the interaction between software and hardware in a robotic system
• Understand and implement the software components that underpin Smart Robots
• Build and operate a simulated mechanical Smart Robot that can see, sense, process, grasp, navigate, and interact with humans through voice
• Extend a Smart Robot's ability to perform complex tasks through Deep Learning
• Test and troubleshoot a Smart Robot in realistic scenarios

Audience

• Developers
• Engineers

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice

Note

• To customize any part of this course (programming language, robot model, etc.) please contact us to arrange.

Smart Robotics is the integration of artificial intelligence into robotic systems for improved perception, decision-making, and autonomous control.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level robotics engineers, systems integrators, and automation leads who wish to implement AI-driven perception, planning, and control in smart manufacturing environments.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand and apply AI techniques for robotic perception and sensor fusion.
• Develop motion planning algorithms for collaborative and industrial robots.
• Deploy learning-based control strategies for real-time decision making.
• Integrate intelligent robotic systems into smart factory workflows.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.