Science, Infrastructures & Robotics

At GTD with over 30 years of experience, we deliver high-quality, innovative system and software engineering solutions for the most demanding environments—from nuclear fusion to robotics, from smart energy infrastructures to real-time control systems.

We bring knowledge, methodologies, mindset and people needed to engineer the present and future of Control Systems.

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System Design

We deliver comprehensive system design services tailored for control systems in industrial plants and scientific facilities.

Requirements management.

Physical and Functional analysis.

Instrumentation selection.

Industrial networks and Cybersecurity.

Low-voltage Control Cubicles for plant automation and diagnostics.

Proof of concept to validate preliminary design feasibility.

Environmental qualification ensuring reliable solutions in demanding environment.

Comprehensive documentation package (plans, specifications, architecture, lists, bills, drawings, schematics).

Control Systems

GTD leverages a broad spectrum of technologies to meet the diverse requirements and constraints of complex systems.

Process Control, automation solutions for cryogenics, building management, electrical substations, gyrotrons, and more, using advanced PLC technologies.

Machine Protection, high-reliability protection systems developed with PLCs or FPGAs.

Occupational Safety, safety-critical applications implemented using certified safety PLCs.

Real-time Systems, deterministic solutions for robotics, diagnostics, and other time-sensitive applications.

Embedded Systems, custom embedded platforms tailored for performance, reliability, and integration with control and monitoring systems.

Supervision

We design and implement advanced solutions for supervision and monitoring in industrial and scientific environments.

SCADA Systems development.

Distributed and high availability architectures.

Scientific framework (EPICS, CODAC, PHOEBUS).

Data Analytics.

Operational Intelligence.

Control Room Design.

We are a trusted solution parter of SIEMENS/ETM WinCC Open Architecture.

Software Engineering

We provide reliable software development servicies across all layers, combining technical depth with modern engineering practices.

Software engineering and development.

Development of drivers, middleware, backend, and frontend components.

Code reviews aligned with coding standards and best practices.

DevOps principles.

Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipelines.

Agile development approach.

GTD has been supporting F4E for over 10 years in the engineering and development of GENROBOT, a software framework dedicated to remote handling and robotic systems in scientific facilities.

Managed Services

GTD integrates and develops systems into the customer's infrastructure and provides end-to-end support up to and including plant operation.

Installation Supervision, ensure correct system installation on site.

Software Integration, connecting software components effectively.

Site Acceptance Test, verifying end-to-end system performance.

Process Commissioning, starting up systems for correct operation.

Operational Support, assisting ongoing system activities.

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Core Strenghts

GTD combines technical depth with structured processes, consistent methodologies, and a mindset rooted in continuous improvement.

Engineering Excellence, following rigorous quality, engineering, and safety standard.

End-to-End Capability: full engineering lifecycle, from concept to commissioning.

Reliable solutions, enabled by a structured approach to verification and validation, backed by independent reviews and full traceability.

Value-Centered: Flexible, adaptative approaches and mindset focused on delivering measurable value to the client.

Featured Projects

GENROBOT

GTD delivers GENROBOT, a high-integrity software platform designed for the critical control of robotic systems within ITER, the world’s largest fusion reactor. Developed in collaboration with F4E, this SIL-2 compliant solution enables seamless remote operation in high-radiation environments, providing a scalable, safe, and modular framework for the future of nuclear energy and complex industrial robotics.

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AR2SEC: RISC-V Architectures for Critical Sectors

GTD leads the AR2SEC project to develop innovative, safe, and reusable RISC-V-based hardware and software systems for critical sectors like avionics, robotics, and automotive—funded by CDTI and supported by the EU NextGenerationEU plan.

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Lunar Gateway i-HAB Application Software

GTD is developing the Class A Application Software for the i-HAB module of Lunar Gateway, ensuring life support, energy, and thermal control for Europe's contribution to the Moon-orbiting station.

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LIPAc Machine Protection System

GTD upgrades LIPAc’s Machine Protection System with NI cRIO technology, delivering SIL-compliant interlocks, real-time LabVIEW controls, and enhanced accelerator safety.

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Haliade-X

Learn how GTD and GE developed and validated the Haliade-X offshore wind turbine control system with model-based design, Simulink, and automated testing.

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SIBILA

GTD leads Phase II of SIBILA to deliver an onboard AI prototype by end-2025, performing edge computing in orbit to cut satellite data downlink by 80%.

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i-CDO

As a major partner in the i-CDO project, GTD is spearheading the development of cutting-edge IT systems to streamline and enhance launch operations at Europe's Spaceport in Kourou.

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MTG

Learn how GTD’s algorithms power the MTG-I1 Lightning Imager to deliver the first continuous real-time geostationary lightning data, revolutionizing storm forecasting.

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GAIA

GAIA is an advanced, integrated management system designed to revolutionize forest-fire prevention, extinction, and reforestation by providing real-time situational awareness across woodland environments.

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