Experience zones

Experience technology made in Belgium in the high-tech demo zones

What can virtual and augmented reality mean for product design/engineering and prototyping discover it in XR Valley’s VR/AR zone
Experience demos on AI, digital twins, hydrogen, vision AI in the demo zones of Flanders Make and Vives
Be surprised by the technology in the solar car, an electric Formula E car and the latest Volvo
Stroll through the Techniekfestival on Thursday and meet the talent of tomorrow.
Stroll through pioneering innovations from the exhibitors

VR/AR zone: XR Valley

XR Valley’s VR/AR zone with demos, partners and content! Learn about top technology in the year 2025.

VIVES zone

Visit the VIVES demo zone at Advanced Engineering and experience technologies such as: smart machine vision, 3D Scanning, Drone tech, machine learning, sensor technology,…

AI & Start-Up Hub

Build your AI strategy together with the partners present!

Formula Electric

Come and see the all-electric Formula Student car at Advanced Engineering! Designed and made by motivated engineering students from KU Leuven and Thomas More, together with the help of partners.

Digital For Youth

Do you still have a laptop you no longer use? Bring it to Advanced Engineering and join Digital for Youth in working towards a greener and more inclusive future!

Techniekfestival

Different sectors join forces to promote engineering and STEM education. As a common thread, the study area mechanics-electricity runs present within the sectors: metal and technology, electricity, food, textiles and plastics.

Tech Lane

This year, we are putting more emphasis on experience. Find out at the entrance which innovations will be exhibited by the following exhibitors.

Volvo EX30

At the entrance of Advanced Engineering, admire the new Volvo EX30, which will soon be produced in Belgium as well.

Innoptus Solar Team

Experience the innovation of the Innoptus Solar Team. Solar cars that can win races. Designed by engineering students from KU Leuven and their partners. Their goal, to contribute to a green future.