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AI5Production: digitalization solutions for Austria's manufacturing companies
as well as several competence centers and industry partners. The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology offers bundled expertise from five Centers. Christian Bechinie, Center for Technology Experience, [...] human-centered – and human-centered AI on their path to digital transformation in the best possible way and, above all, from a user-centric technology experience perspective.” Mario Drobics, Center for [...] Wien CDP Center for Digital Production GmbH Plattform Industrie 4.0 Österreich Johannes Kepler Universität Linz Linz Center of Mechatronics GmbH Profactor GmbH Software Competence Center Hagenberg
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Safe and longlasting: solid-state batteries of the future
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essential cornerstone for the transformation of the energy and mobility system – they are needed, for example, to buffer the fluctuations of renewable energy sources, for the decarbonisation of industry and [...] for many years and plays a leading role in Europe,’ emphasises Christian Chimani, head of the AIT Center for Transport Technology. AIT researchers lead numerous major EU projects in this area, covering [...] sustainable production processes , the focus is on environmentally friendly, resource-conserving and energy-efficient manufacturing technologies – such as replacing toxic solvents with harmless substances
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High Voltage and High Power Laboratory
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laboratory supports the integration of AC technologies in various applications such as renewable energy, electromobility, and industrial power supply. Testing Services at the AIT AC Laboratory The AIT [...] Up to 600 kV AC Impulse Voltages: Up to 1200 kV (LI) Applications of the AC Laboratory Renewable Energy Systems Testing and validation of inverters, transformers, and grid connection components for wind [...] ensure reliability in electric vehicles. Industrial Applications Optimization of AC systems in data centers, production facilities, and other applications requiring maximum efficiency and reliability. Advantages
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DC laboratory
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Applications of the DC Laboratory Renewable Energy Systems Testing and validation of photovoltaic systems, battery storage systems, and hydrogen components to optimize energy efficiency and system integration. [...] industries benefit from DC testing? Industries such as renewable energy, electromobility, and industrial power supply (e.g., data centers) benefit from these tests. Our infrastructure Technical data high [...] laboratory supports the integration of DC technologies across various applications, including renewable energy systems, electromobility, and industrial power supply. Testing Services at the AIT DC Laboratory
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AI5Production
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well as several competence centers and industry partners. The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology offers bundled expertise from five Centers Helmut Schrom-Feiertag, Center for Technology Experience , [...] human-centered – and human-centered AI on their path to digital transformation in the best possible way and, above all, from a user-centric technology experience perspective.” Mario Drobics, Center for Digital [...] TU Wien CDP Center for Digital Production GmbH Plattform Industrie 4.0 Österreich Johannes Kepler Universität Linz Linz Center of Mechatronics GmbH Profactor GmbH Software Competence Center Hagenberg GmbH
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Hydrogen in energy production
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Hydrogen in energy production Hydrogen as an energy storage solution in hybrid power plants The backbone of future energy generation will be power plants utilizing renewable energy sources, primarily solar [...] Storage for Energy Supply Large-scale hydrogen storage in underground facilities will become necessary to account for seasonal fluctuations in renewable energy generation and enhance energy security, especially [...] fuel cells. Hydrogen as a Fuel Interest in using hydrogen as a fuel in the energy sector has grown in recent years. Globally, energy utilities are exploring and testing the co-firing of hydrogen with natural
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Efficiency increases in welding inverters
systems and plasma metal deposition (PMD). Together with the AIT Center for Vision, Automation & Control (VAC) and Center for Energy, the focus is on the development of a welding inverter that covers [...] study as part of the EDIH project “AI5 Production” (german only): the aim is to determine whether an energy-efficient welding inverter can be developed that sets new standards for resource efficiency, versatility [...] Sustainable technologies for a better future The project has ambitious goals: to reduce energy consumption, achieve a more compact design and support local production that ensures compliance with
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AIT'S SUCCESSFUL APPEARANCE AT FORMNEXT
Researchers from the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, Center for Vision, Automation & Control, and the LKR Light Metals Competence Center Ranshofen (german only) presented the results of their [...] the process parameters and resource-efficient manufacturing. The aim is to minimize material and energy consumption and ensure “first-time-right” production. One highlight was the presentation of the
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WBG - Wide-Bandgap Semiconductor
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- Wide-Bandgap Semiconductor WBG Semiconductors: Key Technology for High-Density and Eco-Friendly Energy Conversion Wide Bandgap (WBG) semiconductors such as silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs and gallium nitride [...] (enhanced maximum blocking voltage capability), and more efficient and environmentally friendly energy transfer/conversion (reduced switching and/or conduction losses). SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF WIDE [...] converters for photovoltaic systems, wind turbines, EV charging applications, drivetrain systems, data center applications, aviation, aerospace, and maritime systems. Testing and Characterization of New Wide-Bandgap
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AIT HIL Controller
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HIL Control Center environment, automatically generate control code and integrate it directly with the AIT firmware stack into a one-click target application firmware. WIDE RANGE OF ENERGY CONVERSION [...] (grid-feed-in, microgrid, off-grid system, etc.). Execute various test cases using the HIL Control Center (or other open-source testing platforms). Validate your control and operational strategies for the
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Friederich Kupzog is new Head of Center for Energy
research fields of the Center for Energy and establishing Austria as an innovation driver in the energy sector." Research areas of the Center for Energy As Head of Center for Energy, Kupzog will continue [...] in the fields of energy and digitalisation in numerous positions at the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology. In 2012, he began his career as a Senior Scientist at the Center for Energy, followed by positions [...] Friederich Kupzog (45) has been Head of Center for Energy at the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology with around 300 employees since 1 January 2025. In his new position, he is responsible for the strategic
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Solarstrom statt Erdgas
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gleichbleibender Kapazität und Qualität zu ersetzen,“ fasst Tilman Barz, Senior Scientist am AIT Center for Energy und wissenschaftlicher Koordinator des „GreenBricks“-Projekts zusammen. Weitere Informationen: [...] Technologien für eine Ziegelfabrik entwickelt, die kein Erdgas mehr benötigt, ein Drittel weniger Energie verbraucht und bis zu 90 Prozent der CO 2 -Emissionen einspart. Ende November wurde das neue Werk [...] installiert. Das darauffolgende „GreenBricks“-Projekt, das im Rahmen der Innovationsnetzwerkes „New Energy für Industry“ (NEFI) vom Klima- und Energiefonds gefördert wird, war wesentlich größer angelegt und
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Development of heat pumps for buildings
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technologies to enhance heat pump efficiency. Integration of heat pumps into hybrid energy systems with renewable energy sources. Optimization of durability and operational safety through extensive testing [...] multiple technologies to optimize energy consumption. Examples include: Geothermal systems: Utilizing constant ground heat for maximum efficiency. Integration of renewable energy sources: Combining heat pumps [...] minimize energy consumption and achieve maximum efficiency. These tests ensure that all developed systems comply with legal regulations and international quality AIT: Accredited Testing Center for Renowned
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Medium-voltage power electronics
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across various applications. These include renewable energy sources, onboard power systems in vehicles, aircraft, and ships, as well as data centers for AI algorithms. Medium-voltage direct current (MVDC) [...] solutions are becoming increasingly relevant. The energy transition has created new application fields for DC systems, such as: Connecting photovoltaic and wind energy systems to public grids. Interfaces for e [...] power supply systems, advanced DC technology also plays a key role in the energy transition, offering greater flexibility, energy efficiency improvements, and material savings compared to traditional AC
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AIT presents autonomous aircraft ELENA at the 2025 Drone Forum
disaster management. Project partners Research group Assistive & Autonomous Systems / AIT Center for Vision Automation & Control PIDSO – Propagation Ideas & Solutions GmbH FH Joanneum [...] , industry and research. The organisers are theFederal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK), the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG), Austro
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ABOUT AIT
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these areas. Center for Digital Safety & Security read more Center for Energy read more Center for Health & Bioresources read more Center for Innovation Systems & Policy read more Center for Technology [...] Heads of Center read more Heads of Competence Units read more Subsidiaries read more Organizational chart AIT_Organigramm_extern_012023.pdf pdf (88 KB) + Seven centers Seven specialized centers bundle selected [...] Technology Experience read more Center for Transport Technologies read more Center for Vision, Automation & Control read more + Supervisory Board Chairman DI Dr. Peter Schwab Deputy Chairwoman Mag. Isabella Me
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AUSTRIA STRENGTHENS DIGITAL SOVEREIGNTY WITH CHIPS COMPETENCE CENTER AT-C3
the Austrian Chips Competence Center (AT-C³) officially launched on January 1, 2025. European focus on digital sovereignty The Austrian competence center is one of 29 centers in the EU that are being e [...] are part of the consortium: AIT Austrian Institute Of Technology, Materials Center Leoben (MCL), Polymer Competence Center Leoben (PCCL), Silicon Austria Labs (SAL), Graz University of Technology (TUG) [...] training center at its Vienna location – the AIT Cyber Range. The AIT Cyber Range has become an internationally recognized facility that supports organizations such as the International Atomic Energy Agency
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AIT presented autonomous aircraft ELENA at the 2025 Drone Forum
management. ELENA - Project Partner Research Group Assistive & Autonomous Systems / AIT Center for Vision Automation & Control PIDSO – Propagation Ideas & Solutions GmbH FH Joanneum [...] , industry and research. The organisers are theFederal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK), the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG), Austro
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NEEDS Repowered
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delivers policy recommendations to tackle energy poverty and energy justice, while exploring strategies for upscaling and replication in diverse contexts. With energy poverty on the rise in Europe, the project [...] interlinks local sites on the European level in order to make Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) more resilient under the current energy crisis. By integrating technological retrofitting solutions, behavioral [...] resilience, and sustainability. The project also emphasizes the concept of energy citizenship, encouraging active involvement in the energy transition. AIT leads the project management and coordination, leveraging
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Evaluation BMWK funding in the 7.Energy Research Program
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Government has set ambitious goals for reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions as well as increasing the share of renewable energies. The 7th Energy Research Program plays a key role in this by e [...] with transformative innovation policy. Coordinated by the AIT Center for Innovation Systems and Policy, in cooperation with the Center for Energy, KMU Forschung Austria, and Kerlen Evaluation, the accompanying [...] Evaluation BMWK funding in the 7.Energy Research Program Accompanying and ex-post evaluation of BMWK funding in the 7th Energy Research Programme With the Climate Action Plan 2050 and the Climate Action
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