Workshop in Germany (07.05.2023 - 12.05.2023)

From 7.5. until 12.5. the first workshop took place. The project teams and scientists from the participating universities have successfully exchanged ideas and defined the next project steps.

The workshop initially started in Laubusch at the convention center of the IBS foundation with best conditions for the participants. After the arrival on Sunday with a lively and engaging get together, Prof. Dr. Dr. h. c. Wolfram Hardt opened on Monday morning with a welcoming speech the workshop. The morning continued with a networking event featuring the SAXEED.Fit4Market Project, providing participants with an opportunity to connect and exchange ideas.

After a brief coffee break, the first workshop session started. This session focused on strategies of applied research, innovation, and economic development at UDST, possible areas of research in drone applications at the University of Jordan, and an overview of Chemnitz University of Technology. The afternoon consisted of the second workshop session, which delved into the Smart.Eco strategic plan and related topics. The day concluded with a dinner and a get-together, providing participants with an informal setting to build relationships and discuss the day's events.

The following days with several sessions covered topics such as AI visual inspection using UAV technologies, UAV technologies and applications, and an environmental management system based on connected cars. Participants had the opportunity to engage in discussions and address any open points or issues. Also a social and cultural program took place on a boat cruise at the scenic Senftenberger See in Senftenberg, Germany. The purpose of the event was to provide a unique and engaging setting for networking and allowing participants to experience the local culture and attractions.

The last days of the workshop were spent with laboratory tours and demonstrations at TUC. The lab tours at the Professorship of Computer Engineering, visiting the Indoor Flight Center and the Automotive Lab provided valuable insights into cutting-edge technologies and research in the field.