Quasset Test Facility (QTF) has opened in the Netherlands to facilitate the experimentation and validation of robotic solutions for inspection and maintenance. The 600m2 facility offers a highly flexible, safe and controlled environment, housing a range of decommissioned assets which serve to test crawling, flying and swimming robotic systems.
As an independent facility, QTF provides third-party assessments of technology for robotic and inspection systems. From start-ups to leading oil and gas companies, service providers have the opportunity to work in consultation with QTF’s specialist robotics staff. QTF is an initiative of Quasset, a privately-owned Dutch company which provides asset management solutions for managing capital-intensive infrastructure. Through the company’s own innovation initiatives, Quasset is uniquely positioned to support the innovation process of robotics from concepts to solutions.
The testing facility features a 7m × 4m water basin, a decommissioned pressure vessel, piping and elbows, and tank floor plates, which serve as a valuable source for real-world testing. The ceiling height is 7m, providing ample space for testing indoor drones. In addition, service providers can utilise QTF for operator qualifications as well as testing operational processes.
Contact Dr Timothy Black, T: +31 35 820 0288
quasset.com/qtf