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Call for Projects in the Field of Human–Robot Interaction

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The second call under the JARVIS project is now open for innovators developing advanced solutions in the field of Human–Robot Interaction (HRI). The call supports the development, testing, and validation of new technologies within the JARVIS ecosystem.

OBJECTIVE

The objective of this call is to support the development and real-world validation of innovative solutions that demonstrate the replicability and sustainability of JARVIS technologies in new sectors and use cases.

Currently, Component II – External Pilot Projects is open. Projects must integrate one of the JARVIS modules to address one of the project's five challenges. These challenges focus on flexible manufacturing operations (Challenges 1 and 2) and inspection and maintenance scenarios (Challenges 3 and 4). The fifth challenge is open-ended, allowing applicants to propose innovative use cases in other emerging or strategic domains.

WHO CAN APPLY

This call targets micro-consortia consisting of a minimum of two (2) and a maximum of three (3) legal entities.

To be eligible, the consortium must cover three functional roles: technology developer, technology integrator, and use-case provider, as follows:

The lead partner must act as the technology developer/integrator and must be a start-up or SME responsible for the core development (and technical integration) within the JARVIS framework.
The second partner must provide the use case and must be an industrial company or infrastructure owner.
Optionally, a third partner may join the consortium as a technology integrator and may be a start-up, SME, or Research and Technology Organization (RTO).

ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES AND COSTS

The grant covers:

Personnel costs of the project team.
Investment in software and hardware (only the depreciation-related value is eligible).
Travel related to the project or JARVIS activities.
Participation in events, conferences, and promotional campaigns related to JARVIS.

DURATION

Projects must be completed within 10 months.

At the end of the ten-month implementation period, the developed solutions must reach Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7.

FUNDING AMOUNT

Up to €130,000 per project.
Total budget of the call: €650,000.
A total of 5 projects will be funded.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be submitted through the designated application link.

Before starting the application process, applicants are encouraged to review the Application Guidelines.

DEADLINE

The deadline for submitting applications is:

10 July 2026, 17:00 CET

EVALUATION

External evaluation of proposals will be carried out by independent experts based on four groups of criteria:

Concept and Innovation
Impact
Technology Deployment Approach
Applicant Consortium/Team and Resource Utilization

To pass the initial selection stage, proposals must obtain a minimum score of 3 out of 5 points.

The highest-ranked projects will be invited to an online interview.

About the JARVIS Project

The JARVIS project focuses on advancing Human–Robot Interaction (HRI) in industrial environments through a human-centered approach. The project aims to develop and validate intelligent robotic solutions that support flexible manufacturing as well as inspection and maintenance activities in complex industrial settings.

Technology Readiness Levels (TRL)

TRL 2 – Technology concept and/or application formulated.
TRL 3 – Experimental proof of concept.
TRL 4 – Technology validated in a laboratory environment.
TRL 5 – Technology validated in a relevant environment.
TRL 6 – Technology demonstrated in a relevant environment.
TRL 7 – System prototype demonstrated in an operational environment.
TRL 8 – System complete and qualified/certified.
TRL 9 – Actual system proven in an operational environment.