MERKUR UK is spearheading the development of future gaming machines through a new partnership with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).
A team of ten students from UCLan’s technology department will participate in a three-year research project titled “The Next Generation of Gaming Technology.” This project will explore innovative machine design, the use of composite materials to reduce manufacturing and transport costs, and the application of AI in predictive machine maintenance.
By collaborating with UCLan, MERKUR UK joins a prestigious group of research partners, including NASA, the English Football Association, the Professional Golfers Association, and the International Olympic Committee.
Sascha Blodau, General Manager at MERKUR UK said: “I am delighted to confirm this dynamic project which will bring a fresh and exciting perspective on how technology can be deployed to develop the next generation of gaming machines.”
He added: “This type of collaboration is a first in the UK land-based sector and the outcomes could well have profound implications for the way in which gambling entertainment is delivered to and enjoyed by players.”
