A new AI robot designed by Irish space start-up Nitrexo won €500,000 in funding from the European Space Agency (ESA).Developed in response to an ESA call for covid related projects ,The smart software robot is designed for distributed learning and working environments, and uses AI to offer engineers support and guidance when performing analytical work and testing activities.
It aims to bridge the gap between engineering education and industry by providing both students and professionals with a ‘study buddy’ and an AI assistant.
Nitrexo CEO Yannick Melameka said the last year has changed not only how and where we work, but also how and where we learn.
“Students in the space industry can use Digital Engineer to consult an expert engineering knowledge base in seconds via the AI chatbot and smart speaker,” he said.