Infrastructure
LIT is committed to developing a shared lab infrastructure that unites expertise, resources, and cutting-edge technology in immersive technologies. By fostering collaboration between Maastricht University, Zuyd University, and industry partners, LIT aims to create an open, co-creative space where research, education, and innovation intersect. This shared lab will provide access to state-of-the-art facilities, support interdisciplinary projects, and drive advancements in immersive technology applications. Through this initiative, LIT aims to strengthen Limburg’s immersive tech ecosystem, enabling students, researchers, and professionals to explore, research and develop together.
Below you can find a current overview of the available equipment
DEXLab Equipment
The DEXLab offers an extensive range of advanced digital technologies focused on consumer experiences, and contemporary research methodologies. The team is skilled in various data collection techniques, including controlled lab experiments, quasi-experiments, both online and in-lab surveys, as well as field studies.
Immersive Technology
A variety of immersive technologies, including VR Goggles for complete virtual experiences and AR Goggles that enhance reality, facilitating innovative learning and research in digital environments.
Robotic Technology
We work with service robots, AI-powered machines, capable of autonomously or semi-autonomously performing tasks, providing assistance in diverse fields such as healthcare, hospitality, and domestic environments.
Mobile Technology
We offer personal computing devices like iPads for portable, versatile tasks and laptops for more powerful, diverse applications, catering to a wide range of educational and research needs.
Biometric Technology
We offer advanced biometric technology, including eye-tracking and EEG, for measuring and analyzing biological data, crucial for understanding and interpreting human behaviors and responses.
FXL Lab Equipment
The Food Experience Lab offers a dynamic research lab where experts, students, and industry professionals collaborate to shape the future of food experiences. Acting as a playground for innovation, FXL leverages cutting-edge technologies, including immersive technologies, 3D food printing, and physiological measurement devices, to explore, prototype, and test new food concepts.
Immersive Technology
At the heart of the lab’s immersive technology is a 270-degree CAVE system, a virtual environment that allows users to step into realistic, interactive scenarios. Complementing this is the Meta Quest 3, ideal for simulating experiences in hospitality.
Robotic and Biometric Technology
FXL offers robotics and wearables to enhance food innovation. The lab works with Pepper, a humanoid robot. Additionally, the lab offers biometric and sensory technologies such as the Empatica E4 wristbands
3D printing Technology
The FXL offers technologies for printing food. The Foodini 3D Food Printer opens the door to creative food design and personalisation, pushing the boundaries of culinary aesthetics and nutrition.
Specialized infrastructure
The lab includes a mobile climate unit, allowing to alter the temperature and humidity conditions and a professional kitchen serves as a central feature for hands-on experimentation, development, and real-world testing.
