About
Rudolfovo – Science and Technology Centre Novo mesto was established on 23 March 2022 by the Government of the Republic of Slovenia. Its mission is to co-create, disseminate, and transfer hightech knowledge to the economy through industrial, applied, and fundamental projects. Key objectives include: developing an ecosystem of innovative, high-tech enterprises to strengthen southeastern Slovenia’s economy; supporting large and medium-sized enterprises in product and process innovation; increasing public investment and the number of researchers in Eastern Slovenia; promoting green and digital transition; establishing cutting-edge research infrastructure; enhancing scientific excellence; transferring knowledge to younger generations; encouraging STEM careers; and collaborating with higher education institutions.
R&D capabilities
• Simulations and offline programming for robotic production lines
• Prototype development, technology testing, and demonstrations
• XR (virtual, augmented, extended reality) solution development
• 3D scanning for printing, digital archiving, and reverse engineering
• Dimensional quality control and parametric 3D model creation
• Radiographic testing, electrochemical tests, and LCA analyses
• Intellectual property analysis and trademark drafting support
• Support in planning and executing complex projects
Laboratories
• LabTOP – Laboratory for Factories of the Future
• LabX – Laboratory for Extended Reality
• Lab3D – Laboratory for 3D Technologies
• LabM – Materials Laboratory
• LabE – Laboratory for Energy Management