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Automated driving - successful test for collision avoidance
& Autonomous Systems specialises in sensor technology, the fusion of different sensor data and the interpretation of this data in real time. We have already developed an assistive system for trams that [...] to the test. A special highlight in St. Valentin is the outdoor sprinkler system, which is unique in Europe. With this system, different drop sizes and precipitation amounts can be simulated to real rain [...] on its own. More on: Project AUTILITY https://www.ait.ac.at/themen/assistive-autonomous-systems/projects/autility/ https://www.ait.ac.at/fileadmin//mc/vision_automation_control/F_F_F/AIT_Fact
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Parliament commissions AIT and ITA with studies on blackout prevention & cybersecurity
The AIT Center for Innovation Systems & Policy, together with the Institute for Technology Assessment of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, has been supporting the Austrian Parliament for several years
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"Heisenberg under the microscope"
precision. This was made possible by applying special methods from control engineering to quantum systems in this form for the first time. The results have now been published in the scientific journal "Nature" [...] even though the glass sphere is actually a macroscopic object. For this to succeed, the control system must be perfectly designed and matched to the experiment – this task was taken on by the team of [...] of the Institute for Automation and Control Engineering (ACIN) and Professor of Complex Dynamical Systems at the Vienna University of Technology. The article can be read here.
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Tyrolean pilot project "Tele-Prevention" builds on Health-e-Bikes in health tourism
"Hohe Salve". AIT Telehealth expert Markus Falgenhauer, Competence Unit Digital Health Information Systems of the Center for Health & Bioresources, explains it like this: "Training outdoors with a bike [...] and control of the training data is made possible by HEALTHeBIKES by means of a special control system on an e-bike. The predefined training plan and the targeted control enable an optimal movement therapy
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High speed inline imaging for optical surface metrology
can be challenging as manufacturers’ datasheets frequently use different values to describe their systems and do not stick to proposed characterizations defined by the “Initiative Fair Data Sheet” or the [...] VDE/VDI standards. In his TechTalk Lukas Traxler (research group High-Performance Vision Systems, AIT Center for Vision, Automation & Control) discussed which of these parameters are relevant [...] been recently published: “Experimental Comparison of Optical Inline 3D Measurement and Inspection Systems” IEEE Access, Volume 9 Page(s): 53952 - 53963 01.04. 2021 Electronic ISSN: 2169-3536
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Digital Factory Vorarlberg: launch pad for digitalisation
than ever before: “By leveraging the AIT network, Vorarlberg can connect to the European innovation system, providing access to new technologies and global developments.” Stefan Fitz-Rankl, Managing Director [...] research The focus of research at the Digital Factory Vorarlberg lies in cloud-based production systems, data science and artificial intelligence, wireless technologies and cybersecurity. One concrete [...] concrete example is the setting up of a so-called cyber range for developing and verifying IT security systems for companies in Vorarlberg. The cyber-range can be used to simulate cyber-attacks on company networks
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INLINE COMPUTATIONAL IMAGING
Berhard Blaschitz and Lukas Traxler (research group High-Performance Vision Systems / Center for Vision, Automation & Control) were invited to speak at SpectroNet Collaboration Conference-2021 [...] sensor technology for simultaneous 2D and 3D imaging namly ICI (Inline Computational Imaging). The system consists of any given industrial camera and a special software module. The latter turns a series
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Agriculture 4.0: AIT and Lower Austria present new digitalisation initiative
sustainable circular economy possible. The "d4agrotech" initiative (data-driven and AI-based digital system solutions for sustainable agriculture 4.0), which has now been launched by the province of Lower [...] the next five years, AIT researchers will work with partners at the Tulln site to develop digital systems from which concrete solutions for farmers can be derived. The underlying data will be processed into
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POLITICS MEETS SCIENCE ON TELEHEALTH IN AUSTRIA
moderated by AIT expert for telehealth Günter Schreier, Competence Unit Digital Health Innovation Systems of the Center for Health & Bioresources. In the current pandemic, the use of state-of-the-art [...] patients in the form of telehealth services, particularly in such a situation. With the telehealth system HerzMobil, developed by AIT together with the provinces of Tyrol and Styria, the advantages of telehealth
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ORCHESTRA: On the way to the Electric Aircraft of the future
optimised electrical power network architectures and systems for future More-Electric Aircraft. The electrification of aircraft began with secondary systems such as de-icing or actuators. The next step is now [...] more electrified aircraft, the EU-funded ORCHESTRA (Optimised Electric Network Architectures and Systems for More-Electric Aircraft) project aims to develop and deliver a holistic framework of innovative [...] harness solutions, thermal management, electrical energy storage, experimental and virtual testing, and system integration. The consortium partners from academia (Uni Nottingham), research (AIT, CIRA, Fraunhofer)
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Between Silicon Valley and Shanghai: How do we secure technological sovereignty?
How can we preserve decision-making authority in an economic system with increasingly dense networks of relationships? This question is as old as globalisation itself, but has recently become increasingly [...] Research and Technology Development) and Matthias Weber (Head of AIT Center for Innovation Systems and Policy). The talk can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/zu0uixmMfYI
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High-speed 3D inspection with any industrial camera
Bernhard Baschitz (AIT research group High-Performance Vision Systems, AIT Center for Vision, Automation & Control) was invited to present the AIT Technology Inline Computational Imaging (ICI) [...] (ICI) at the Photonics Conference. In his talk he presents the design of the system and possible fields of applications. He will also address a recently published study comparing AIT ICI with other
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Join us for the first Vascular Ageing Awareness Day, June 06, 2021!
and the Artery Society. The goal is to raise awareness about the importance of the cardiovascular system to improve people's health. The theme of the day is "physical activity." Here's how you can participate: [...] COST countries. Christopher Mayer and Bernhard Hametner, experts of the Competence Unit Biomedical Systems of the Center for Health & Bioresources, were two of the main initiators of the network and are
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A new class of control units and robust environment perception for motor vehicles
and LiDAR, as well as actuators such as headlamps and displays. This will help driver assistance systems activate spotlights for targeted illumination of hazardous objects, or activate the parking assistant [...] the development of robust sensors and sensor data fusion – those are the eyes and the brain of the system, so to speak. Ultimately, the goal is to reduce the driver's workload while increasing traffic safety [...] safety at the same time”, explains Christian Zinner from the Assistive & Autonomous Systems research group (Center for Vision, Automation & Control) and head of the project at AIT. The
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UAR Innovation Network 360°: LKR präsentiert Wire-based Additive Manufacturing
Kommunikation, Vertrauen und geeignete Formen der Interaktion zwischen Mensch & Maschine Smart Systems & Processes // Optimierung komplexer Prozesszusammenhänge durch die Vernetzung von Daten
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Modern solutions for Austria's security
particularly significant in the areas of cyber defense, digitalization, ABC defense and autonomous systems. "The use of the latest technologies is becoming increasingly important. In order to be able to [...] and industry also benefit from this cooperation," says Plimon. Plimon cites fake news detection systems and quantum technologies for eavesdropping security and data sovereignty, among other things, as
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European Project “AWARD” to Autonomize Heavy-Duty Vehicles
human-machine interface for the fleet management of automated vehicles. Connected and automated driving systems for commercial vehicles have a great potential. They can improve safety and efficiency of freight [...] Energy and Center for Technology Experience) will develop a comprehensive technical fleet management system with optimisation models and a configurable user interface for the efficient use of automated vehicles
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16th International A3PS Conference
How can critical resources be coordinated across competing industries? What alternative propulsion system best serves which purpose? How does the future mix of vehicles on European roads look like? Which [...] small to multi-billion-companies all over Austria. Starting as niche topic, sustainable propulsion systems became and are today heart of the mobility transformation. A change which constantly increases the
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Austrian Startup Monitor 2021: Start of the survey
are answered in the Austrian Startup Monitor. Under the direction of the AIT Center for Innovation Systems & Policy, the ASM provides an annual overview of the development of the Austrian startup scene
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NEFI: Driving the energy transition in industry with innovation and international coordination
The decarbonisation and transformation of the industrial energy system is an essential contribution to achieving national climate targets, as the manufacturing industry is responsible for a significant [...] Technology Talks in Alpbach. The projects of the NEFI innovation network develop technologies and system solutions to decarbonise 100% of the energy consumption of the Austrian industrial sector and to [...] “Made in Austria”. However, the greatest challenge in the transformation of the industrial energy system will be the scarce time to implement the social, political and technological changes. For this reason