OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences combines practice-oriented education and applied research across engineering, computer science, business, health sciences, social work and the built environment. From its campuses in Buchs, Rapperswil-Jona and St. Gallen, OST works with industry and public institutions to turn knowledge into practical solutions.
OST ROBOTICS, the Center for Applied Robotics and AI, connects expertise and infrastructure in robot learning, simulation, mechatronics, autonomous systems, embedded AI and human-robot collaboration. Applications range from industry and field robotics to laboratory automation, life sciences and healthcare. Interdisciplinary teams support partners from feasibility assessment to validated demonstrators, while student projects and theses connect research with education.
➜ robotics@ost.chWe offer...
Through OST ROBOTICS, partners gain access to the combined robotics and AI capabilities of OST.
- One gateway to OST expertise
Direct access to the right research teams, technologies and infrastructure across multiple institutes and disciplines. - From challenge to validated demonstrator
Support from requirements definition and feasibility assessment through prototyping, integration, testing and validation. - Full-stack engineering for Physical AI
Expertise in robot learning, simulation, mechatronics, manipulation, control, computer vision, navigation, sensor fusion, embedded intelligence and human-robot collaboration. - Development under realistic conditions
Access to laboratories, robotic platforms, sensors, vision systems and simulation environments tailored to the application. - Project models that fit the challenge
Feasibility studies, bilateral research and development, student projects and publicly funded initiatives, including Innosuisse projects. - Knowledge transfer and talent development
Bachelor’s and master’s theses, interdisciplinary student projects and continuing education connected to real engineering challenges.
We are looking for...
- Companies and public organisations seeking practical robotics and AI solutions.
- Application partners in manufacturing, laboratories, healthcare, agriculture, logistics and other demanding environments.
- Robotics manufacturers, technology providers, software developers and system integrators interested in joint development and validation.
- Universities and research institutions with complementary expertise and shared research interests.
- Partners offering practical challenges for student projects and bachelor’s or master’s theses.
- Organisations interested in long-term research collaboration and technology transfer.