Applied Research Results in Vocational Education & Training

KOOJ LAB - NATIONAL DIGITAL DESIGN AND TESTING SYSTEM FOR THE INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTION OF FOOTWEAR

Jorge González Meneses, Luis Elizondo Orellana, Benjamin Molina Valdebenito — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The main objective of this research is to be able to improve and streamline the generation of prototypes, a process that is currently one of the biggest obstacles in the clothing, footwear, and accessories design industry; take advantage of a resource such as 3D design and rapid prototyping technologies, avoid interpretation problems due to language or cultural references of manufacturers or suppliers, reduce costs when sending samples abroad and the carbon footprint in the process, and development time of a new product from 60 to 15 days.

THE CONNECTIVITY AND AUTOMATIC DATA COMPENSATION ON MACHINE TOOLS

Luis Kortabitarte — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Tool wear is a common problem in CNC (Computer Numerical Control) lathe machining. This problem can affect the quality of the parts produced, increase machine downtime and generate additional costs due to the need to replace worn tools frequently. This error must be manually compensated for in the CNC's own wear tables.

CONTROLLING OF A DRONE USING EEG AND EMG TECHNOLOGY WITH AN OPENBCI MACHINE

Julen Fraile — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This article presents the development of a system combining EEG (electroencephalography) and EMG (electromyography) signals to control a drone, with a particular focus on using EEG to monitor the user's concentration. The project, conducted within TKNIKA's Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) area of specialization, leverages the OpenBCI Ultracortex Mark IV headset and Cyton board to acquire neural and muscular data, enabling the drone's operation and safety mechanisms. The primary objective is to assess concentration levels and automatically disengage the drone if the user loses focus. This integration of brain and muscle signals not only showcases a possible approach to human-drone interaction but also explores the practical implications of using EEG-based control for enhancing user safety and performance in any human controlled machine. The article discusses the key technical challenges and innovations involved in synchronizing EEG and EMG data streams to ensure reliable control and safety features for real-time machine operation.

A MULTIDISCIPLINARY APPROACH TO BIOFLOC TECHNOLOGY (BFT) FOR VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING APPLIED RESEARCH

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The main objective of this article is to contribute to the establishment and dissemination of Biofloc Technology (BFT) in Vocational Education and Training (VET). This technology is presented as a tool to develop knowledge and practice in different techniques related to several VET fields such as Maritime-Fishing, Chemistry, Health, Security and Environment or Food Industry. For this purpose, a table has been elaborated as a guide to get started in the study of this technology. It contains the general information to characterise the main processes within a BFT system: main factors to be measured, the type of sample, main target techniques and equipment and interesting remarks as well as the field of study in VET. Thus, this article highlights the value of BFT as a technology that can enforce collaborative work among different disciplines and can help to increase environmental awareness. Moreover, by implementing BFT, environmental challenges such as food demand and sustainable production of food with high nutritional value and traceability safety.

STATE OF THE ART OF BRAIN COMPUTER INTERFACES FROM VOCATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL TRAINING PERSPECTIVE

Ione Ituarte — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This article delivers a comprehensive overview of the functioning of Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) systems, elucidating the principal technologies employed in brain signal acquisition and activity monitoring, alongside their varied applications. Additionally, it identifies the most suitable technologies for integration into Vocational Education and Training (VET), detailing potential applications within this context. Lastly, the article delineates the optimal interfaces for VET use, highlighting their specific characteristics and functionalities.

VET CENTRES IN THE FACE OF RIS FAILURES

Maddalen Alkorta, Mikel Albizu, Juan P. Gamboa, Sofia Zhukova — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This paper aims to highlight the relevance of Vocational Education and Training centres (VETCs) in Regional Innovation Systems (RISs). To that end, a literature review is conducted. First, the role of VETCs is placed within the dynamics of regional innovation to define their function. An initial examination is then carried out to determine their aptitude for facing system failures. Findings suggest that VETCs are key actors within RISs and are in an excellent position to handle system deficiencies. For this to happen effectively, specific mechanisms must be in place, and more empirical exploration is required.