AI-powered robotic laboratory paves the way for discovering next-generation heat-resistant coatings

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Add to Preferred Sources Credit: University of Nottingham Researchers have developed a self-driving laboratory that combines artificial intelligence and robotics to automate laboratory tasks, from accurately measuring and mixing chemical ingredients to high-temperature furnace processing and sample retrieval.

The team at the Center of Excellence in Coating and Surface Engineering (CE-CSE) at the University of Nottingham has developed the system that could support the discovery and optimization of advanced materials for applications including aerospace, energy and high-temperature engineering.

Developing new materials for extreme environments traditionally involves repeated experiments, with researchers preparing samples, processing them and testing their properties. These processes can be time-consuming and require many individual steps.