Welcome to the second edition of the MOZART newsletter.

The project is moving forward, pushing the boundaries of food handling with soft robotics. By advancing reconfigurable surfaces, soft sensing, and AI, MOZART is creating modular robotic solutions that make processes safer, more efficient and sustainable, while enhancing collaboration with workers.

In this issue, you will find the new infopack presenting the AUTOMAT robotic solution, a scientific publication on Ori-Pixel, updates from our Face to Interface blog, and a look back at recent events where MOZART has been showcased.

Stay connected to follow the journey towards more efficient, human-centred and sustainable robotics.

New MOZART infopack

Discover how MOZART’s latest infopack showcases AUTOMAT, a modular collaborative robot designed to handle soft, irregular objects safely and efficiently.

The publication highlights benefits for productivity, hygiene, and food processing automation, while also emphasising MOZART’s human-centred approach – integrating ergonomics and social sciences to ensure tools that truly support workers.

New scientific publication 

A new study introduces Ori-Pixel, a multi-module robotic surface powered by CPG-based motion control and simulation-driven optimisation.

Tested in simulations and prototypes, it shows robust ability to manipulate objects of different sizes, shapes, weights, and materials – from centimetres to meters – overcoming the limits of traditional grippers.

Feeling nostalgic?

Revisit the main events MOZART has taken part in over the past few months.

10th STS Italia Conference

11-13 June, 2025 - Milan, Italy

IEEE RoboSoft 2025

23-26 April, 2025 - Lausanne, Switzerland