Agri-robotics programme wins UKRI AI & Robotics Research Award 2026
Published: 23 March 2026 The award recognises a multi-year collaboration between the University of Essex, spin-out Versatile RobotX and industry partners including…
Versatile RobotX develops intelligent, field-ready robots that automate labour-intensive farming tasks, improving efficiency and addressing critical challenges like labour shortages and sustainability.
Our innovative robots combine modular design, biomimetic control, and cost efficiency to deliver adaptable solutions for various crop types.
Modular and multifunctional design for autonomous robotic harvesting, easily adaptable to a range of crop types, harvesting tasks, and growing environments.
Inspired by neural control of movement in the brain, to bring in much-needed dexterity and versatility in agri-food robotics.
Making cutting-edge agri-robotics technology accessible to all by delivering highly cost-effective solutions.
Through this project, we want to transform how food is grown efficiently using robotics and AI, and make state-of-the-art agri-robotics technologies accessible to everyone.

Published: 23 March 2026 The award recognises a multi-year collaboration between the University of Essex, spin-out Versatile RobotX and industry partners including…
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