Autonomous and Self-organized Artificial Intelligent Orchestrator for a Greener Industry 4.0
TALON (Autonomous and Self-organized Artificial Intelligent Orchestrator for a Greener Industry 4.0) is a Horizon Europe project that aims to develop an intelligent, automated and energy-efficient AI architecture for next-generation industrial systems. By combining artificial intelligence, edge-to-cloud computing, blockchain and digital twin technologies, the project seeks to improve the performance, flexibility, security and sustainability of industrial applications.
TALON develops an AI-driven orchestration framework that optimises the use of computing resources across edge and cloud environments, while supporting the reuse of data, algorithms and AI models. The project also introduces blockchain-based security and privacy mechanisms, smart resource-sharing policies and digital twin technologies to improve transparency and trust in AI-driven decisions. Its solutions are evaluated through simulations and four real-world pilots, demonstrating their potential to support more efficient and sustainable Industry 4.0 operations.
MetaMind Innovations (MINDS) serves as the Scientific Coordinator and Quality and Risk Manager of the TALON project. In these roles, MINDS supports the coordination of scientific activities, monitors project quality and helps ensure that technical results meet the project’s objectives and requirements.
As leader of Task 1.3 – Quality & Risk Management, MINDS oversees quality assurance procedures, monitors project progress and identifies potential risks, supporting the development of mitigation and contingency measures. The company also contributes to Task 1.2 – Technical, Scientific & Innovation Management, supporting technical coordination and the monitoring of project activities.
In addition, MINDS participates in Task 3.6 – Smart Pricing Policies for Non-Commercial Devices Participation, contributing to the development of incentive and resource-sharing mechanisms for edge-to-cloud environments. These activities support efficient collaboration between connected devices and the wider development of TALON’s intelligent and sustainable AI architecture.
