About CIDRA
The Centre for Industrial Digitalisation, Robotics and Automation (CIDRA) forms a key part of the Cognitive Analytics and Digital Robotics Innovation Centre (CADRIC), one of the Derry~Londonderry and Strabane City Deal innovation projects.
Located within a new purpose-built facility in Derry~Londonderry, the centre will drive innovation and sustainable growth for the manufacturing sector.
CIDRA has a specific focus on manufacturing and the use of AI in smart robotic systems. It recognises that five core technologies – robotics, automation, AI, industrial internet of things (IIoT), and additive manufacturing – have now reached sufficient maturity which provide significant opportunities and challenges for the industry.
Through its strategic focus areas, synergistic approach, and alignment with industry needs, CIDRA will drive the collaborative multi-disciplinary innovation needed to translate the benefits of Ulster University’s leading-edge research in Cognitive Robotics and Industrial Digitalisation into economic, environmental, and social benefits for Northern Ireland.
It will provide an open door for the manufacturing industry wanting to prototype and test new software and hardware concepts offering a co-creation space with cutting edge infrastructure and research driven by industry demands.
Partners
CIDRA is strategically positioned to be an established collaborator with industry partners in the North West.
The centre is empowering Northern Ireland's manufacturing sector with innovative solutions, increasing competitiveness and driving economic growth. It is fostering strong partnerships with industry stakeholders, aligning its research and development efforts with the strategic priorities of Northern Ireland's manufacturing ecosystem.
Engage
CIDRA is recruiting industry partners from the manufacturing industry to collaborate with our state-of-the-art prototyping facilities.
Offering an open door, we are seeking partners wanting to prototype and test new software and hardware concepts, explore the design space, gain feedback, and evaluate implementations.
CADRIC
CADRIC
A £39m Investment in Northern Ireland’s AI Future
AIPlus is an integral part of the Cognitive Analytics and Digital Robotics Innovation Centre, (CADRIC) funded through the Derry ~Londonderry and Strabane City Region City Deal (opens in new window).
CADRIC will provide:
- A new purpose-built facility
- State-of-the-art equipment
- Dedicated research and technical staff to support AIPlus and and the Centre for Industrial Digitalisation and Robotics Automation ,CIDRA, (opens in new window)Innovation Centres of Excellence.
This investment strengthens Northern Ireland’s position as a leader in AI, robotics and digital transformation.
Partners
