Equipment
Laurea DLL provides a wide range of equipment and resources.
There are different categories of equipment, each with their own purposes and features.
Laurea has a selection of equipment that broadens the spectrum of possible projects for the students. This selection can also help students familiarize themselves with modern technology that most people don't have at home.
Robots
We have four different robots at Laurea. The most well-known and commonly used among them is Pepper. All of the robots are briefly introduced below.
Pepper
is the world’s first social humanoid robot that recognizes faces and basic human emotions. Designed for interaction, it communicates through speech and a touch screen, with 20 degrees of freedom for natural movement. It supports dialogue in 15 languages and uses sensors and perception modules to engage with people. Pepper is fully programmable and open for development.
The Omron LD Mobile Robot
is a self-navigating Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR). It's designed for dynamically moving material in challenging environments that may include confined passageways as well as dynamic and peopled locations. It's a logistic robot that can carry about 80kgs of weight.
Stormtrooper
can be considered as a security robot. It recognizes people, and if it doesn’t, it asks for a password. If the person is unable to tell the password, the alarm of the robot goes off, alerting other people of an intruder.
Emma Home Service Robot
is a smart service robot that assists elderly users with reminders, voice commands, and video calls. It adapts to individual needs, offers companionship, and supports daily routines—enhancing safety, independence, and connection in both home and care environments.
TurleBot3 Waffle
is a compact, ROS-compatible mobile robot developed for academic and research applications. It features integrated LiDAR, IMU, and camera support, enabling autonomous navigation, SLAM, and object detection. Its modular architecture allows for easy customization, making it a versatile platform for robotics development, prototyping, and system integration tasks.
Drones
Laurea has three different drones from the producer DJI, available for various projects. Each of them is explained separately below.
DJI Mini 2
Weight: 249g | Max Flight Time: 31 min | Max Speed: 16 m/s | Max Altitude: 4000 m | Temp Range: 0–40°C | App: DJI Fly
The DJI Mini 2 is a compact, beginner-friendly drone with strong performance and excellent image quality. Paired with the DJI Fly app, it allows users to edit photos and create professional-looking videos easily.
DJI FPV Combo
Weight: ~795g | Max Flight Time: 20 min (at 40 kph) | Max Speed: 140 kph | Max Altitude: 6000 m | Temp Range: -10–40°C | App: DJI Fly
The DJI FPV Combo includes video goggles for an immersive first-person view. It offers high-speed flight, a quality camera, and the ability to record and edit footage via the DJI Fly app.
DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual
Weight: 907g | Max Flight Time: 31 min | Max Speed: 72 kph | Temp Range: -10–40°C | App: DJI GO 4
The DJI Mavic 2 is designed for professional use, ideal for tasks like surveillance and search missions. It supports interchangeable tools like speakers and searchlights, making it highly versatile for advanced users.
VR (Virtual Reality) Technology
Laurea Digital Living Lab offers hands-on opportunities for simulation, co-creation, and immersive user experiences using VR headsets. Two different VR headsets are available, each briefly described below.
The Meta Quest 2 VR Headsets
is a wireless virtual reality headset designed for immersive experiences in gaming, learning, and collaboration. It features a Snapdragon XR2 processor, 6GB of RAM, and high-resolution LCD displays (1832 × 1920 per eye) with a 90Hz refresh rate. With built-in spatial audio, four tracking cameras, hand tracking, and 6DoF, it offers full mobility and ease of use in both personal and professional settings.
The Meta Quest Pro VR Headsets
is a high-end mixed reality headset designed for professional and enterprise use. It features a Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ processor, 12GB RAM and advanced optics with QLED pancake lenses for improved clarity. The headset supports full-color passthrough, eye and face tracking, and enhanced hand tracking, enabling complex spatial computing tasks, collaboration, and content development in mixed reality environments.
HP Reverb G2 VR
can be integrated into projects, such as creating interactive floorplan presentations. Using high-performance computers and sensory equipment like headsets and gloves, VR simulates real-world environments. While popular in gaming and entertainment, it’s also used for training pilots and surgeons.
3D Printing
Laurea offers students the opportunity to utilize a 3D printer. It enables the creation of physical prototypes for studies, projects, and innovation work. The printer supports learning by turning digital designs into real, tangible models. A brief description of the 3D printer is provided below.
The FlashForge Inventor 3D printer
is ideal for creating small prototypes or spare parts for various projects. It uses fused filament fabrication, melting plastic filament layer by layer to form physical objects. The material cools quickly after extrusion, making the finished item safe to handle right after printing.
Photography
Laurea Digital Living Lab is equipped with professional photography gear for creating high-quality photos and videos for various projects. Users can adjust exposure, tone, and brightness, using a neutral background to capture content. It’s ideal for planning, creating, and publishing content for school or client work, and also serves as a great space to learn and practice photography skills, even for beginners. A brief description of the photography setup is provided below.
Lights
The FalconEyes SS-150D Studio Flash delivers consistent 150Ws lighting with precise control, featuring a built-in modeling lamp and a sturdy light stand for professional studio setups. The LEDGO LG-E268C LED Panel offers versatile bi-color illumination with adjustable brightness and high color accuracy (CRI >95), making it ideal for video and photography production.
Sony ZV-1F Vlog Camera and Shooter grip
Sony ZV-1F is a compact vlog camera featuring a 20mm wide-angle lens and a fully rotating touchscreen. It offers 4K video recording, slow-motion capture, and a built-in directional microphone with wind protection. Pair it with the wireless GP-VPT2BT shooter grip for enhanced stability and control.
GoPro
is a versatile 360° action camera offering unbreakable stabilization and waterproof design. It captures immersive footage with six microphones for spatial audio. Ideal for vlogging, adventure sports, and creative content creation, ensuring high-quality results in various conditions.
The Godox LEDP120C LED Panel
is a slim, portable lighting solution featuring 116 LEDs with variable color temperature (3300–5600K) and 10–100% dimming. Weighing just 220g, it offers high CRI (>95) for accurate color reproduction, ideal for mobile photography and videography applications.
Camera and Mobile Phone Tripods
The UBeesize Mobile Phone Tripod is a compact and flexible solution for smartphone and DSLR photography, featuring 360° rotation, a Bluetooth remote, and a lightweight, travel-friendly design. The Manfrotto Tripod cater to both professionals and enthusiasts, offering exceptional stability, adjustable height, quick setup, and durability for a wide range of shooting environments. The Velbon Videomate Tripod is a dedicated video tripod equipped with a fluid head, providing smooth panning and tilting for stable and professional-quality video recordings.
Podcasting
Laurea includes a fully equipped podcast studio for student use. The studio supports audio content creation, enabling students to record, edit, and produce podcasts for educational and non-educational project-based purposes. Guidance is available when needed. More details about the studio setup are outlined below.
The Podcast Studio
is equipped with a digital audio mixer, two dynamic microphones on adjustable arms, and closed-back studio headphones for clear monitoring. Audio can be recorded directly to a microSD card or through a connected computer. The setup supports two- to four-person sessions and is ideal for interviews and other podcast content creation.
RØDE Microphones
are designed for professionals seeking exceptional sound quality and versatility. Whether for content creation, film production, or interviews, these microphones offer crystal-clear audio, wireless convenience, and easy setup, ensuring top-notch performance in both studio and on-the-go environments.
DIY (Do It Yourself) / IoT (Internet of Things) Tech Projects
DIY / IoT tech projects promote the development of practical skills and innovation. Students have access to tools located in Laurea Digital Living Lab to support project work. Guidance is available when required.
Arduino Starter Kit
is the perfect introduction to electronics and programming. Packed with essential components and step-by-step projects, it ignites creativity and offers endless possibilities for learning and building.
Arduino MKR IoT Bundle
is designed to transform ideas into connected solutions. With Wi-Fi and IoT-ready hardware, this bundle allows users to easily create smart devices and bring projects online.
48 in 1 Sensor Kit
is an innovative kit that lets you experiment with a variety of sensors and modules. Create interactive, sensor-based projects that range from motion to temperature detection.
Ultimate Uno R3 Starter Kit
is a beginner-friendly electronics kit designed for hands-on learning. The kit includes a breadboard, sensors, modules, and detailed step-by-step tutorials, making it ideal for students and hobbyists exploring programming and circuit design. Compatible with Arduino for a wide range of creative projects.
PLC4 Training Card
is an essential tool for mastering automation. It simulates real-world PLC operations and helps learners dive into programming, troubleshooting, and control system setups for industrial environments.
SOLSOP Network Crimping Kit
is an all-in-one solution for network cable assembly. It includes a pass-through crimper, 50 RJ45 connectors, a cable tester, mini stripper, and pliers. Designed for CAT5e/6 cables, it simplifies DIY networking tasks with reliable performance.
T12 Kitchen Garden
is a smart, compact indoor gardening system that lets you grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round. With automated lighting, watering, and an easy-to-use app, it ensures optimal conditions, making urban gardening simple and accessible. Platform for IoT and controls experiments.
Windshield Washer Reservoir
is a compact and efficient water storage solution, ideal for a variety of applications such as plant watering systems. Designed for easy installation, it ensures a steady and reliable water supply, helping maintain optimal plant hydration. Its size and functionality make it perfect for small-scale irrigation setups and similar projects.
Windshield Washer 12V
is an efficient and reliable solution for various projects, such as gardening and irrigation systems. It delivers a consistent water flow, making it ideal for watering plants under different conditions. Designed for easy installation, it is compatible with most systems for seamless and dependable operation.
Innovative Tools for Seamless Collaboration
Laurea Digital Living Lab provides students with access to advanced collaboration tools that enhance communication and teamwork. These resources support hands-on project work, with guidance available to help students succeed. Below are brief descriptions of some of the tools.
RealWear Head Mounted Tablet HMT-1
is a fully rugged, hands-free wearable computer built for industrial environments. It features a high-resolution micro display, a voice-controlled interface, and full compatibility with safety gear. Designed to keep workers' hands free, the HMT-1 enables remote collaboration, guided workflows, and mobile data access, making it ideal for demanding field applications.
YOGA smart tab with Google Assistant
is a versatile, hands-free tablet built for everyday convenience. Featuring built-in Google Assistant, it allows you to control smart home devices, stream media, and access information using voice commands. Ideal for both entertainment and productivity.
CATCHBOX Pro Module
is a throwable microphone module that transforms compatible wireless beltpack transmitters into interactive audience engagement tools. Featuring an integrated omni-directional microphone and Active Auto Mute™ technology, it ensures seamless audio during dynamic events.
Smart Speaker with Alexa
is a smart, voice-controlled device that supports innovative projects through hands-free interaction, automation, and real-time data use. Amazon’s Alexa enables the development and testing of smart solutions, making it an effective tool for co-creation, user-centered design, and technology experimentation.