Thesis project: Edge-AI on embedded MCU using specialized model
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Toyota Material Handling Europe AB Thesis project: Edge-AI on embedded MCU using specialized model
Summary
A 2-person master thesis (30 HP) at Toyota Material Handling in Mjölby, Sweden, starting January 2027: implementing and training tiny task-specific Edge-AI models on the STM32N6 MCU and integrating them into manually driven forklifts to enable features like voice/gesture command, pallet analysis, and obstacle detection.
The potential of tiny, locally ran models, with distinct tasks, is largely unexplored. Toyota Material Handling Europe seeks an investigation into the possibilities enabled by next-generation hardware, when applied to the context of material handling vehicles.
In your Master Thesis at Toyota, you will work on:
Implementation of pre-trained, task-specific models on a target MCU (stm32n6).
Tailoring and training of custom task-specific models
Integration with existing systems to enable new functionality
Collaboration with another thesis work regarding exploration of possible use-cases.
Implementing and integrating into manually driven forklifts, tiny task-specific models that may be used to enable new functionality. Examples of use-cases to explore include voice-command, gesture command, pallet analysis, obstacle detection and many more.
Scope
2 individuals, 30 HP.
For this master thesis, we are looking for students with following educations or equivalent:
Master of Science in Engineering, Engineering Physics
Master of Science in Engineering, Electronic Design
Who is Toyota Material Handling?
Toyota Material Handling is a global leader in material handling, and we are making significant investments to meet the needs of the future. At our site in Mjölby, 3,000 employees work across the entire material handling value chain, from development concepts to finished vehicles. Our product range spans from manual hand trucks to autonomous vehicles and innovative energy solutions.
A Sustainable Employer
At Toyota Material Handling, we strive to create a friendly, safe and forward-thinking workplace. Our culture is built on Toyota's core values, where respect and consideration guide us in our daily work. Our ambition is to strengthen our competitiveness by increasing diversity across the organization and embracing our differences.
Start
End of January 2027
Your application:
Your application is individual. If you plan to do the master thesis together with another student, please specify name of that person. Latest date for application 2026-11-01.
Your application can be written in English or Swedish.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Robert Dunblad, 0738776792
Patrick Blomqvist, 0706126069
Josefin Nilsson, HR, josefin.nilsson@toyota-industries.eu
Instagram: ToyotaMHsweden
Linkedin: Toyota Material Handling Manufacturering Sweden AB
#MS
In your Master Thesis at Toyota, you will work on:
Implementation of pre-trained, task-specific models on a target MCU (stm32n6).
Tailoring and training of custom task-specific models
Integration with existing systems to enable new functionality
Collaboration with another thesis work regarding exploration of possible use-cases.
Implementing and integrating into manually driven forklifts, tiny task-specific models that may be used to enable new functionality. Examples of use-cases to explore include voice-command, gesture command, pallet analysis, obstacle detection and many more.
Scope
2 individuals, 30 HP.
For this master thesis, we are looking for students with following educations or equivalent:
Master of Science in Engineering, Engineering Physics
Master of Science in Engineering, Electronic Design
Who is Toyota Material Handling?
Toyota Material Handling is a global leader in material handling, and we are making significant investments to meet the needs of the future. At our site in Mjölby, 3,000 employees work across the entire material handling value chain, from development concepts to finished vehicles. Our product range spans from manual hand trucks to autonomous vehicles and innovative energy solutions.
A Sustainable Employer
At Toyota Material Handling, we strive to create a friendly, safe and forward-thinking workplace. Our culture is built on Toyota's core values, where respect and consideration guide us in our daily work. Our ambition is to strengthen our competitiveness by increasing diversity across the organization and embracing our differences.
Start
End of January 2027
Your application:
Your application is individual. If you plan to do the master thesis together with another student, please specify name of that person. Latest date for application 2026-11-01.
Your application can be written in English or Swedish.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Robert Dunblad, 0738776792
Patrick Blomqvist, 0706126069
Josefin Nilsson, HR, josefin.nilsson@toyota-industries.eu
Instagram: ToyotaMHsweden
Linkedin: Toyota Material Handling Manufacturering Sweden AB
#MS