ServiceUpdated on 22 September 2025
terraXcube – Extreme Climate Simulation Services
About
terraXcube, operated by Eurac Research at NOI Techpark in South Tyrol, Italy, offers a unique opportunity for companies and research institutions to test and develop products, technologies, and medical protocols under realistic, repeatable, and extreme environmental conditions.
🔬 What terraXcube Offers
• Advanced Climate Chambers: Simulate extreme temperatures, altitudes (up to 9000m), wind, rain, solar radiation, and low air pressure.
• Three Chamber Types:• Large Cube: 360 m³ space for large-scale machinery and complex test setups.
• Small Cube: Four independent chambers simulating Alpine conditions.
• Mini Cube: Ideal for component-level testing, including photovoltaic modules and textiles.
🧪 Services & Applications
• Product Testing Before Certification: Validate performance under harsh conditions.
• Functional & Performance Testing: Gather high-quality data for R&D.
• Medical & Ecological Research: Study human and biological responses to environmental stress.
• Custom Test Design: Tailored protocols to meet client-specific needs.
• Expert Support: Technical guidance throughout all phases of testing and development.
🏭 Target Sectors
• Environmental technologies
• Automotive and UAV industries
• Textile and wearable tech
• Space and defense
• Health and alpine emergency medicine
• Biotechnology and agriculture
💡 Why It Matters
terraXcube enables innovation by providing a controlled environment to simulate the world’s harshest climates—from Himalayan storms to Saharan heat—helping clients accelerate development, improve safety, and ensure reliability.
💰 Access & Funding
• Daily rate: €7,500
Type
- Certification
- Consulting
- Research & Development
- Testing & Analysis
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- E-Mobility
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