
IRCCyN is a joint research unit (UMR 6597) of CNRS since 1968.
The research groups of IRCCyN are active in:
automatic control, signal and images processing , video communications, robotics, design methods in mechanics, embedded real-time systems, modelling and optimization of production process, logistic and production systems, discrete event systems, cognitive psychology and ergonomics
A longstanding and strong contractual activity links IRCCyN with large industrial partners such as AIRBUS, EDF, PSA, RENAULT, SNCF, SYSTEM+, FRANCE TELECOM, THOMSON, THALES, DASSAULT...
IRCCyN is a partner in 6 national competitive poles : Solutions Communicantes Sécurisées», «System@tic Paris Région», «Images & Réseaux», «Mov'eo», «Automobile haut de gamme» and «EMC2».
IRCCyN is developing strong international cooperation strategy. The institute is a partner in formal international research agreements with Mexico, the Czech Republic, China, Korea, Poland, Italy, South Africa, Malaysia, USA, Russia, Spain.
IRCCyN plays an essential role in the postgraduate studies (Masters and PhD) of its associated institutions.