The Research Centre for Telecommunications Technologies at the University of Vigo, known as atlanTTic, will host its eighth open day, titled 'Conecta con atlanTTic', on Friday, 20 November. This event will allow the public to gain insight into various research projects and technologies being developed at the centre.
The initiative will feature guided tours of the laboratories, along with demonstrations and informational booths run by researchers. Topics covered will include quantum technology, robotics, 5G and 6G communications, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, photonics, and space exploration.
The open day will take place at atlanTTic's facilities located within the School of Telecommunications Engineering at the University of Vigo. There will be two sessions: from 10:00 to 13:00 for educational institutions, and from 16:00 to 19:00 for the general public. Participation is free, but prior registration is required.
Among the highlights of this edition will be humanoid and quadruped robots, including live demonstrations of the Unitree G1 and Unitree Go2, showcasing their capabilities. The event will also feature models of CubeSat satellites and prototypes of robots designed for lunar cave exploration.
Attendees will have the opportunity to control a small teleoperated car and observe how connection speed affects its operation. A circuit will allow participants to compare the vehicle's response when operating on a low-latency 5G network versus when communication delays occur. Additionally, a demonstration will show how a drone connected via 5G can communicate with other vehicles and surrounding infrastructures.
Virtual reality experiences will range from university education to medical training, including a simulator for practising colonoscopy techniques in a virtual environment. There will also be demonstrations on the use of smartwatches and artificial intelligence to study human movement and monitor various health-related parameters.
The open day will feature games, a photo booth, and other surprises. Participants who complete the tour of all booths will have the chance to enter a raffle for atlanTTic gift kits.
Guided tours will include visits to three research areas: the Satellite Tracking Laboratory, the Acoustics Laboratory—which boasts a semi-anechoic chamber—and the Radioelectric Measurement Laboratory, which houses an anechoic chamber. These tours will provide insights into the infrastructure and equipment used by researchers in their projects.
This initiative aims to open the centre's doors to the public, share the work of its teams, facilitate direct contact with researchers, and demonstrate the practical applications of telecommunications research. It also serves as an opportunity to inspire interest in science and technology among younger generations. The event is supported by the Xunta de Galicia and co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of the CIGUS Network.
