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Test, refine, and scale your innovations with real-world impact. Welcome to the Navigator Digital Bed.

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Meet the Challenges

Designed to accelerate startups and companies shaping the future of industry in Portugal.

Automated Software Solutions for Drone Operations

Drones are powerful tools for industrial monitoring, asset inspection, and environmental management.

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Robotics for Industrial Optimization

Automation and robotics are reshaping industrial operations, improving safety and efficiency.

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Acoustic-Based Predictive Maintenance

Acoustic monitoring can provide critical insights into equipment health, preventing costly breakdowns and optimizing maintenance schedules.

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Advanced Sensor Connectivity (LoRaWAN & BLE)

Connectivity plays a crucial role in industrial monitoring and automation.

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How will the Navigator Digital Testbed support my startup?​

Unlock the support you need to thrive – from fine-tuning your solution to connecting it to the market, we've got you covered.

Work With One Of The Main Industrial Companies In Portugal

Receive assistance in placing solutions with B2B clients, with support for go-to-market approaches, customizations, and client presentations. Once there is interest from clients, Navigator provides ongoing support and assistance in implementing the pilot.

Product Development

Benefit from a structure of services and equipment for technological support, including individual sessions with our engineering team to enhance solutions. This includes training, consultancy, testing, and certifications.

Acess to Mentors

Work with renowned technical and business experts.

PROGRAM TIMELINE

Join us in driving the future of industry through testing, collaboration, and growth.

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APPLICATIONS

Apply and share your vision. Tell us about your product and how you want to develop it with our support.

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SELECTING STARTUPS

Startups are selected based on their alignment with the Test Bed’s scope, maximizing innovation and growth opportunities.

Untill July 31st, 2025

PILOT DEVELOMPMENT

Leverage our expertise and infrastructure to develop your product and achieve impactful results.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – National Network of Test Beds

What is the National Network of Test Beds?

The National Network of Test Beds is an initiative under the Enterprises 4.0 Incentive System, aimed at providing infrastructures and testing services to companies, particularly SMEs and startups, to support the development and validation of new products and services.

What is the main goal of the Test Beds?

The primary objective of the Test Beds is to accelerate the productization, industrialization, commercialization, and digital transition of new products and services. This is achieved through the provision of physical and digital infrastructures, as well as technological capabilities for testing and experimentation.

Who can benefit from the Test Beds services?

Test Bed services are primarily designed for SMEs and startups that require support in developing and testing new products and services, with a special focus on digital solutions and virtual simulation.

How does collaboration work within the National Network of Test Beds?

The network operates on a collaborative model between the companies responsible for managing the Test Beds and the companies utilizing their services. This cooperation fosters an environment for experimentation, testing, and technological validation.

What types of services are available?

The available services include:

  • Access to advanced technological infrastructures.
  • Testing and experimentation of new products and services.
  • Support to achieve a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) between 5 and 9.
  • Assistance with digitalization and virtual simulation of processes and products.

What does Technology Readiness Level (TRL) between 5 and 9 mean?

TRL is a scale that measures the maturity level of a technology. A TRL between 5 and 9 indicates that the technology has passed the initial development and validation phases and is ready for testing in a relevant environment (TRL 5-6) or even for market integration (TRL 7-9).

How can I join or get more information about the Navigator Digital Beds?

Interested companies can apply to the Navigator Digital Bed from HERE

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