Food Robotic Challenge

Unlocking Innovation in Food and Beverage robotic Distribution with Vitalo GmbH.

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Revolutionize food distribution with robotics with Vitalo GmbH !

We believe that quality food should be also found in distributors and available on the go. This is why Vitalo GmbH developed a revolutionary and compact cooker, preserving all savors thanks to our innovative cooking technology.

Today, we want to bring this cooking unit to the next level and enable its commercialization in public catering spaces, such as in airports, train stations, hospitals, office canteens.

We are looking for innovators, startups, students or even developers, to propose robotic food distribution systems to complement this cooking unit and enable the delivery fresh of fresh and healthy food to anyone, anytime and anywhere.

You are passionate about robotics and would like to make an impact in the field of food distribution? Then we want you !

The winners will not only receive funding for prototype development of 100k€ value but also benefit from invaluable mentoring and guidance provided by Vitalo GmbH's experts. Take this unique opportunity to explore potential partnerships with Vitalo GmbH !

Help us reshape the future of food distribution with your creativity and expertise! Apply before the 21st of May 2024.

Modules we are looking for in your robotic concepts

When you work on your concept, make sure to consider the following functional modules that should be coming together with our Vitalo GmbH cooking unit.

More infos in the "Our Technology" tab.

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Automated ordering and Food Options

We want to be able to provide our customers with two dish options a mix menu and a build-your-own menus.

Food filling & food storage

The solution should allow for a diverse selection of ingredients and seasoning options, with automatic restocking notifications and refrigerated storage capacity for components.

Food preparation

Customers use an ordering system to select components, with dishes assembled accordingly, allowing for simultaneous or slightly delayed preparation of up to 2 dishes.

Food Distribution and Food Movement

Participants must prioritize considerations for efficient food distribution, ensuring no cross-contamination and enabling parallel serving, alongside precise movements of plates in and out the cooking unit.

TIMELINE

Application

25.03.2024 – 21.05.2024

Register now and submit your unique proposal !
Pre-selection

28.05.2024 – 09.06.2024

The members of the jury will evaluate the proposals and select up to 10 participants for the next round.
Deepening

10.06.2023 – 01.09.2024

The pre-selected candidates will receive mentorships by experts to refine and strengthen their proposals.
Final Selection

02.09.2024 – 15.09.2024

The jury will evaluate the proposals based on the specified criteria and announce the Grand Winner

Opportunities

Convince Vitalo GmbH with your robot concept !

The Grand Winner stands a chance to win :

Financing of a 3-month prototype of a value of up to 100k€ to develop your concept together with Vitalo experts.
A trip to Europe to present your prototype in person and participate in a dedicated workshop.
Mentoring from Vitalo robotic experts to guide you through your detailed proposal preparation.

Convince the jury to explore potential partnership opportunities to develop and commercialize this new food distribution robot.

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