
Smart robotics development centre
Welcome to SAM XL. This is where smart robots take on large-scale structures. Think of aircraft sections, ship parts, entire frames and robots that know exactly what to do. Robots that see, move, decide. Autonomously. Smart. Ready for complex, high-precision work.
Smart robots working together
How will we build tomorrow’s aircraft, ships, bridges? How will we spot defects and fix them swiftly? With robots that work together. Some are fixed. Others move freely. Together, they form a team that never slows down.
And that future? We’re building it now. We develop software and hardware tailored to your challenge. We connect the TU Delft faculties, the manufacturing industry and technology suppliers. This is where ideas come alive and smart solutions become reality.

Pioneering in projects
We build our own software, create our own hardware, and fuse technologies together. That’s how we make robots smarter… ready for tomorrow’s production processes. We contribute to major national and European projects, working alongside leading tech partners and top researchers.
Curious to see what we achieve? We’re happy to show you.
Automation is crucial
You want to stay ahead and outpace your competition. Automation is the key ingredient.
We know the world of complex robotic solutions from the inside out. Building, maintaining and repairing large structures: this is exactly where smart robots excel. But setting up an automated production line still requires time, investment and perseverance.
Therefore, you need a partner who understands this landscape. An expert in flexible and autonomous robotics. We’re ready to support you… and we’re looking forward to push the boundaries of what you believe is possible.

SAM XL can help
SAM XL is ready to help you take the next steps towards automating and optimising your production.
Based on your long-term ambitions, we provide the guidance you need to kick-start your innovation process. Giving you easy access to benefit from our infrastructure, our expertise and our advice.


Looking for an internship?
Want to learn tons in a unique environment? We’ve got plenty internship opportunities.
All year round, we welcome interns to support software development and production processes; from continuous ultrasonic welding to automated fibre placement.
Just send us your CV, a short motivation and the period you’re available.
SAM XL by the numbers
SAM XL is a dynamic lab where knowledge, innovation and entrepreneurship come together. A diverse mix of engineers, companies, researchers and students. We transforms ideas into smart solutions. How can you challenge us?
- Partners
- 32
- Employees
- 27
- Companies served
- 34
- Robots
- 12
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