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Autonomous wheelchair for airports
to an acoustic alarm system: if the PRM attendant leaves the defined communication radius between the tag and the wheelchair, a warning signal is automatically triggered. The system has been successfully [...] accompany several wheelchairs at the same time. Thanks to this flexible electric wheelchair assistance system, the airport infrastructure remains completely untouched, and no additional mapping is required. [...] y,’ explains Monika Riedl-Riedenstein, project manager and expert for assistance and autonomous systems at the Center for Vision, Automation & Control at AIT. Greater independence for people with
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AIT balance sheet 2024: Research with impact, investments with a future
investment in the practical relevance of climate-friendly energy systems. Ecosystem for spin-offs in Europe A particularly dynamic field is technology transfer via spin-offs and entrepreneurship [...] research areas: ‘Sustainable and resilient infrastructures’, particularly in the fields of energy, transport and health, and ‘Digital transformation of industry and society’. It works closely with scientific
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Presentation of the EU Project MOBILISE with Mobile High-Containment Laboratory
essential contributions: its Center for Health and Bioresources provides novel point-of-care diagnostic systems, while its Center for Digital Safety and Security supplies a real-time data platform for decision-makers [...] Competence Unit Molecular Diagnostics has developed miniaturized, automated molecular diagnostic systems that can be deployed directly in the mobile laboratory. Based on isothermal amplification methods [...] can be detected within minutes. By combining AIT’s rapid tests with on-site PCR analyses, long transport routes are eliminated, laboratory capacities are relieved, and clinical decisions can be made in
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Innovative human-machine collaboration: AIT at the ‘Production & IT’ conference in Linz
The challenge lies in the design and effective integration of human roles into automated systems. Intelligent systems that adapt to human working methods will create a future-proof industry in which people [...] irreplaceable - especially in dynamic or complex production environments. HITL approaches integrate human cognitive skills and expertise to complement autonomous systems, making them more robust and adaptable [...] production of the future Autonomous logistics solutions: A high-precision, autonomous forklift truck transports pallets outdoors. Humans can intervene in the process via tablet, a special user interface or gesture
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New approaches in urban development
which views cities as complex systems in which adaptable and co-creative governance models are essential,’ says Doris Wilhelmer from the AIT Center for Innovation Systems & Policy. ‘Transformative [...] governance instruments (see TANGO-W Guidelines) - increases the successful handling of complex system dynamics and thus the implementation strength and effectiveness of sustainable experiments. The TANGO-W [...] loss, water scarcity, demographic change, technological developments and climate change. These dynamics require far-reaching structural changes and new approaches to urban development. In view of the
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A3PS General Assembly 2025 and Labtour at AIT in Vienna
DC-Lab of the Center for Energy, which offer innovative solutions for energy systems and DC technologies.In the Center for Transport Technologies' battery and drive laboratory, Katja Fröhlich and Dragan Simic [...] April 9, 2025, the 33rd general meeting of the A3PS - Austrian Association for Advanced Propulsion Systems took place at the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology in Giefinggasse in Vienna. The morning was [...] Control's Machine Vision Lab, Marcus Clabian showed current developments in the field of visual sensor systems and their practical applications.The AIT Cyber Range of the Center for Digital Safety & Security
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ENLIGHTEN: New standards for electric drivetrains with 1,200V
Technological innovations for maximum efficiency The ENLIGHTEN system includes: A dual high-voltage battery system with dynamic voltage switching while driving, which enables an optimal balance between [...] of Technology contributes its leading expertise in the fields of power electronics, battery systems and system integration. In addition to scientific and organizational coordination, Austria's largest [...] operating voltage of 1,200 volts. The aim is to realize more powerful, efficient and sustainable drive systems that are also backwards compatible with existing 500 and 1,000 volt charging infrastructures. A higher
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New AIT Foresight Brief Explores Human-Centricity in Austrian Manufacturing
center of industrial innovation?The latest Foresight Brief 02/2025 from the AIT Center for Innovation Systems & Policy examines how human-centricity can be anchored as a core principle in the technological [...] , and data protectionAn analysis of the European funding landscape and international innovation dynamicsRecommendations for action targeted at businesses, policymakers, and educational institutions Within
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Transport Technologies: Markus Koller successfully completes his PhD
Batteries to Determine their 'State of X' (SoX)", here is the abstract: Current Battery Management Systems (BMS) in larger Lithium-Ion secondary battery packs determine the State of X, meaning, among others
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AIT at Noise Awareness Day
for Mobility Systems was represented by a team led by acoustics expert Martin Czuka, and presented current research projects and solutions for noise reduction and acoustics in the transport sector at three
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ÖAMTC Podcast "Was uns bewegt": AIT Expert Helmut Kühnelt on Eco-Friendly Battery Solutions for Aviation
which accounts for around two percent of global emissions and remains one of the fastest-growing transportation sectors. To meet the ambitious climate goals of the European Green Deal, new technologies are [...] fuels. One promising approach is the development of so-called structural batteries: energy storage systems that also serve as load-bearing components within the aircraft, thereby saving weight and materials
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NEFI Conference 2024: Innovations as a Driver of Industrial Transformation
The transformation of the industrial energy system to a climate-neutral energy supply is a crucial step toward achieving national climate targets and can only succeed through innovations and the development [...] and INNIO. Award Winners 2024: Ladislaus Lang-Hogrefe, Joanneum Research: Scientific paper on "Dynamic Prospective Life Cycle Assessment of Transition Paths for the Steel Industry." The Graz [...] Sciences at the University of Graz. The submitted work deals with a methodological advancement of dynamic life cycle assessment for the stepwise alignment of scenarios with the decarbonization goals of the
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NEXTBMS: Advanced battery management system for optimized battery usage
management systems. The project contributes to achieving the optimal use of battery systems, extending their service life and reducing costs through more efficient use of materials. It supports systemic changes [...] energy. The electrification of the European economy and society, both in the transportation sector and in stationary storage systems, has led to rapid growth in the European battery industry. This covers the [...] NEXT-generation physics and data-based Battery Management Systems for optimized battery utilization) aims to develop an advanced battery management system (BMS) on the basis of fundamental knowledge and experience
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Sustainability through microbiomes: Launch of AIT-led EU project MICROBIOMES4SOY
environment. Beatrix Wepner, AIT Center for Innovation Systems & Policy, emphasises: "It is crucial to take a holistic approach to the food system in order to develop sustainable solutions. Microbiomes [...] microorganisms found in the environment and in human bodies. The project investigates the functions and dynamics of soil- and plant-associated microbiomes in order to exploit their potential for sustainable a [...] Bioresources group, explains: "We will use the soybean as a model plant to better understand the dynamics and functions of soil and plant microbiomes. At the same time, we are developing microbial applications
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Successful bridge monitoring with innovative fiber optic measurement technology
extended over several phases and were carried out under dynamic excitation and real traffic conditions. Fiber optic measurement systems from LUNA, fibrisTerre and Febus Optics as well [...] AIT's structural dynamics team recently successfully completed a pioneering research project on monitoring a highway bridge using distributed fiber optic measurement technology. On behalf of ASFiNAG
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Katja Fröhlich appointed Associate Editor of ECS Sensors Plus
scientific contributions and expertise in the field of innovative sensor technologies for battery systems, which are of great importance for both industrial applications and scientific research. Fröhlich's [...] international recognition and congratulate her warmly,” says Christian Chimani, Head of Center for Transport Technologies at AIT. Further info: https://www.electrochem.org/ecsnews/august-2024-ecs-ed [...] structures, properties, performance, and characterization of sensing and detection devices and systems, including sensor arrays and networks.
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AIT inspires young researchers at the Children's UNI Tulln
into the world of science A particular highlight was the workshop ‘Microplastics in agricultural systems’, which was led by chemist Claudia Preininger and plant and microbe expert Marlies Polt. Claudia [...] decomposes into ever smaller pieces under the influence of weather and soil organisms and is transported into deeper layers of soil. Marlies Polt added: “We not only want to impart theoretical knowledge
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AIT conducts research into climate-friendly aviation
intended to increase overall system efficiency. The simultaneous storage of electrical energy and the preservation of mechanical strength contribute to a reduction in system weight. Technological breakthroughs [...] technologies and systems for wide-body aircraft are still at an early stage of development. This is where the SOLIFLY project, which is researching multifunctional energy storage systems, comes in A key [...] that make the operation of aircraft more efficient and environmentally friendly. Energy storage systems play a central role in electrification and must comply with the strict aviation guidelines. These
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New Gaia-X position paper: The future of data-centred administration
public services and sovereign tasks will be expanded and improved through the use of data-based systems. On the other hand, more and more public and private stakeholders are being integrated along (digital) [...] and to use digital tools and solutions to accelerate the necessary transformation of the energy, transport and infrastructure sectors. Read the full german article here.
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18th A3PS Conference: Eco-Mobility 2023
entitled “Towards decarbonising air transport: Li-ion batteries technologies for next generation aircraft”, and by Christian Chimani, Head of Center for Low-Emission Transport and Deputy Chair of the A [...] Eco-Mobility 2023 will discuss the impacts of different propulsion system solutions and provide in-depth information on latest developments and innovative strategies. Leading representatives from industry
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