Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at AMPER 2026: From Space to Autonomous Vehicles

January 27, 2026 / 7:04 AM

The Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava will showcase its innovations at the AMPER trade fair, focusing on industrial digitalization, energy, automation, robotics, and modern forms of technical education.

The Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science is unique in combining computer science and electrical engineering under one roof. It offers forward-looking study programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Its state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities are complemented by long-term collaborations with leading companies and research institutions in the Czech Republic and abroad. At AMPER, visitors can get a glimpse into the future of technology and innovation.

THE BIGGEST HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EXHIBITION

Among the most exciting exhibits is a prototype of the CONREX space module, designed for a unique experiment with nanorobots in space. The module is intended for operation on the International Space Station (ISS) and is used to test the behavior of magnetic nano- and microrobots in microgravity conditions. The experiment demonstrates the faculty’s involvement in cutting-edge space technology research and international space projects.

A highlight of the exhibition is also the experimental Enyaq RS Coupé vehicle, used as a research and demonstration platform for smart and autonomous mobility. The vehicle is equipped with a Drive-by-Wire system and Rooftop reference, enabling precise measurements, testing of autonomous functions, and vehicle control without direct driver intervention.

Visitors can also experience a virtual reality model of a high-voltage substation, developed in collaboration with SEPS (Slovenská elektrizačná prenosová sústava). The interactive application allows users to explore the substation, analyze its operational infrastructure, and simulate various operating conditions – ideal for safety training and operator education.

The faculty will also present an ice cream machine with a digital twin of its control panel, and other demonstrations of modern technologies and innovations will be on display, including a 3D-printed robotic arm, a robotic piano, and a mobile robot.