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Our members from science and industry are committed to successful projects and support. They use our research campus for innovations of the future. In doing so, they develop and shape the technological change for Vision 2036.

About acatech
acatech - the National Academy of Science and Engineering, is an independent, non-profit organization that acts as a working academy and contributes its expertise to advising policymakers and society. It was founded in 2002 and aims to promote dialog between science, industry and politics in the field of technology.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Agile Robots
Agile Robots is a leading global provider of next-generation automation solutions. By combining artificial intelligence and robotics, the company makes industries smarter, more flexible and more efficient. Founded in Munich in 2018 by renowned robotics researchers from the German Aerospace Center (DLR), Agile Robots has experienced rapid global growth. Today, more than 2,300 highly qualified robotics and AI enthusiasts are employed in Germany, China and India. The company has one of the largest research and development teams in the AI and robotics industry. Agile Robots has built a unique portfolio. Together with its subsidiaries Franka Robotics, BÄR Automation and the joint venture with BMW, idealworks, the company covers all areas of AI-driven robotics.Project participation in the ARENA2036
Agile Robots SE is an international high-tech company based in Munich, Germany, with more than 2,300 employees worldwide. Our mission is to bridge the gap between artificial intelligence and robotics by developing systems that combine state-of-the-art force-torque sensing and world-leading vision technology. Thanks to this unique combination of technologies, we offer user-friendly and affordable robotic solutions that enable intelligent precision assembly.
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About Amplink
AMPLINK GmbH develops and offers innovative solutions for wireless energy transmission, especially for the dynamic power supply of vehicles and devices while in motion, to enable a sustainable and connected future.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Balluff
Balluff was founded in 1932 in Neuhausen auf den Fildern and stands for innovative technology, quality and cross-industry experience in industrial automation worldwide. As a leading sensor and automation specialist, the fourth-generation family business offers a comprehensive portfolio of sensor, identification and network technologies and software for integrated system solutions.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About BÄR
BÄR Automation GmbH is one of the leading specialists for the planning, design and manufacture of individual, customer-specific system solutions in the field of assembly and automation technology and a system integrator for future-oriented application areas of robotics and assembly technology and supplies individual automation concepts as one of the leading AGV manufacturers.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About BMW Group
The BMW Group, headquartered in Munich, Germany, is one of the leading companies in the automotive and motorcycle industry worldwide. Founded in 1916, the BMW Group has established itself as a global provider of premium vehicles and premium services with its brands BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce, as well as BMW Motorrad.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Robert Bosch GmbH
The Bosch Group is a leading international technology and services company with the Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology business sectors. As a leading provider in the Internet of Things (IoT), Bosch offers innovative solutions for Smart Home, Industry 4.0 and Connected Mobility. Bosch pursues the vision of sustainable, safe and inspiring mobility. With its expertise in sensor technology, software and services as well as its own IoT cloud, the company is able to offer its customers connected and cross-domain solutions from a single source. With more than 400 locations worldwide, the Bosch Group has been CO2-neutral since spring 2020.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Bow
BOW Ltd. is a technology and service company that specializes in simplifying robotics programming. By developing a universal software platform and a software development kit (SDK), BOW enables developers to program robots independently of the operating system and programming language. This reduces the need for specialized robotics programmers and supports the development of flexible and scalable solutions for real and simulated environments.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Brandenburg University of Technology
BTU describes itself as one of the smaller technical universities. It was founded in 2013 and offers 30 Bachelor's degree programs in university, university of applied sciences and dual study forms.Project participation in the ARENA2036
About collective mind
Collective Mind is a Leonberg-based company founded in 2010 that specializes in AI applications in the production and logistics sector. In addition to core competencies in the software sector (vision AI, e.g. of contaminated QR codes, anomaly detection for products), the company also implements innovations in production-related hardware solutions and has already developed secure AI applications for critical human-machine collaborations. Collective Mind already has a strong affinity for research and is already actively involved in publicly funded research projects in the field of production research and simulation as a consortium partner.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Constellium
Constellium is a global player in the production of high quality aluminum products. With more than 150 years of experience in aluminum and technology development (from Pechiney, Alcan and Alusuisse to today) as well as the entire process chain from remelting/recycling, extruding and rolling, Constellium develops and produces innovative products and systems for the aerospace, automotive and packaging industries.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Coroplast Group
The Coroplast Group, also known as Coroplast Fritz Müller GmbH & Co. KG, is an internationally operating family business with headquarters in Wuppertal, Germany. It was founded in 1928 and has developed over the years into a leading manufacturer in the fields of technical adhesive tapes, cables & wire harnesses and insulating materials.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Cyber Valley
Cyber Valley is one of the largest research consortia in Europe in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). It was launched in December 2016 and brings together science, business and society to drive forward research and development in the field of intelligent systems. The initiative is based in southwest Germany and is supported by a partnership between the Max Planck Society, the University of Stuttgart, the University of Tübingen, the state of Baden-Württemberg and several industrial partners.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Daimler Truck AG
Daimler Truck AG is a leading global commercial vehicle manufacturer characterized by the development, production and distribution of a wide range of trucks and buses. Based in Stuttgart, Germany, the company is a spin-off of Daimler AG, which took place in December 2021 to strengthen the focus on the commercial vehicle business.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About DeepScenario
DeepScenario is an AI startup based in Munich that specializes in the development of technologies for the analysis and simulation of traffic data. The company offers a platform that makes it possible to capture real traffic scenarios, understand their dynamics and integrate this knowledge into customized applications. By using advanced image processing algorithms, traffic data is captured from different perspectives and converted into 3D worlds. This technology is used in the automotive industry, transportation and other sectors that benefit from precise traffic information.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About the Institute of Textile Technology and Process Engineering Denkendorf
The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research Denkendorf (DITF) is the largest textile research center in Europe and the only textile research facility in the world to cover the entire production and value chain of textiles with its three institutes and research areas.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About DLR
DLR is Germany's national research center for aeronautics and space. Its extensive research and development work in aeronautics, space, energy, transportation and security is integrated into national and international collaborations.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About DXC Technology
DXC Technology is the world's leading independent end-to-end IT service provider, formed from the merger of CSC and the Enterprise Services division of Hewlett Packard Enterprise. DXC Technology is characterized by technological independence, a global presence and an extensive partner network.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About DYNAmore GmbH
The company DYNAmore stands for excellent support in the numerical solution of non-linear physical problems. The product portfolio includes the finite element software LS-DYNA, the pre- and post-processor LS-PrePost and the optimization software LS-OPT as well as numerous FE models for crash simulation (dummies, barriers, pedestrians, human models, ...)Project participation in the ARENA2036

About FARO
FARO® develops and distributes computer-aided measuring systems and software worldwide. The portable 3D measuring devices from FARO with their industry-specific software solutions enable highly accurate measurements and 3D comparisons of parts and complete systems directly in production.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About FKFS
Excellent know-how, 85 years of experience and a unique range of highly specialized test benches and self-developed measuring, testing and simulation procedures make the independent research institute FKFS a sought-after development partner of the international automotive industry and enable the solution of complex and demanding problems.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Fraunhofer
Fraunhofer is the largest research organization for application-oriented research in Europe. The fields of research are geared to people's needs: Health, safety, communication, mobility, energy and the environment. And that is why the work of researchers and developers has a major impact on people's future lives.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Gebauer & Griller
We, GG Group, are a global group of companies that has been producing high-quality cables, wires and cable harnesses for energy and data transmission for more than 80 years. We offer unique cabling architectures and optimized data cable solutions for the vehicles of tomorrow. Together with our customers, we develop intelligent solutions for e-mobility, lightweight construction and autonomous driving and continue to set new standards in the automotive industry. With more than 4000 employees at 11 locations worldwide, GG Group is one of the most successful family-owned Austrian industrial companies.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Hahn-Schickard
Hahn-Schickard develops intelligent products with microsystems technology: from the initial idea to production and the final product - across all industries. The research and development service provider is represented with its institutes at four locations in Baden-Württemberg: in Stuttgart, Villingen-Schwenningen, Freiburg and Ulm. In close cooperation with industry, Hahn-Schickard realizes innovative products and develops technologies in the fields of sensor technology, intelligent embedded systems for the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, lab-on-a-chip and analytics as well as packaging technology and electrochemical energy systems. The range of services includes the production of small and medium-sized series as well as the transition to large-scale production.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About HAPTIVE
Haptive develops technologies that make virtual objects tangible and more realistic in order to maximize the benefits of virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR). This increases confidence in digital solutions, reduces development and production costs through digital prototyping and product validation and shortens development times. With expertise in haptics, VR and additive manufacturing, Haptive contributes to digitalization and supports other arena members with know-how. The aim is to transform innovative ideas and research results into usable products and enrich them with haptics.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About the Hochschule der Medien
The Hochschule der Medien is a state university (sponsored by the state of Baden-Württemberg) and trains media specialists. It covers all areas of media - from printing to the Internet, from design to business administration, from library science to advertising, from media content to packaging technology, from computer science to information science to publishing and electronic media.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About hydrop systems
Hydrop Systems offers solutions for water management in buildings. The Stuttgart-based start-up offers an innovative plug-and-play adapter for analog water meters, the hydrop meter, to open up the black box of water consumption and create transparency. The device enables private individuals to monitor their water consumption in real time. This allows anomalies and leaks to be detected more quickly, preventing unnecessary water wastage and costly remedial measures. Hydrop Systems thus contributes to increased awareness of water as a finite resource and offers a practical solution to the challenges of falling water levels, droughts and rising water prices.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About intel
Intel (Nasdaq: INTC) is one of the leading companies in the development of future-oriented technologies that benefit people all over the world. Inspired by Moore's Law, we are constantly evolving our semiconductor products to help customers solve their biggest challenges. We implement smart technologies and solutions in the cloud, in the network and in all devices in between. This allows us to harness the full potential of data to improve businesses and society. You can find more information via the links below.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About ISG
As a strong technology partner in automation, ISG Industrielle Steuerungstechnik GmbH has been enthusiastically offering innovative software solutions and technologies as well as qualified and reliable services for more than 35 years. ISG-kernel, ISG-virtuos, ISG-dirigent and TwinStore are established ISG brand products for automation technology.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About komax
The Komax Group is a global leader in the wire processing industry with headquarters in Dierikon, Switzerland. The company was founded in 1975 and specializes in the development, production and sale of machines and systems for wire processing. The Komax product range includes solutions for cutting, stripping, crimping, tinning, winding and taping wires and cables, as well as test systems for quality assurance.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Kostal
The KOSTAL Group is an international family-owned company headquartered in Lüdenscheid, Germany, specializing in the development and manufacture of technologically advanced electronic and mechatronic products. Founded in 1912 by Leopold Kostal, the company originally began as a manufacturer of connectors and relays and has since developed into a leading global supplier in the fields of automotive electronics, industrial electronics, contact systems and solar electronics.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About KUKA
KUKA Systems is the reliable specialist for innovative joining and forming processes for a wide range of materials and one of the world's leading providers of automated production and assembly solutions for sustainable industrial manufacturing.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Lear
Lear Corporation is an international automotive supplier headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, USA. The company was founded in 1917 and specializes in the development and production of vehicle seats and electrical systems. Lear is represented at several locations in Germany, including Sindelfingen, where seating systems for Porsche and Mercedes-Benz are developed and manufactured.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Mercedes-Benz Group AG
Mercedes-Benz Group AG is one of the most successful automotive companies in the world. With its Mercedes-Benz Cars, Daimler Trucks, Mercedes-Benz Vans, Daimler Buses and Daimler Financial Services divisions, the vehicle manufacturer is one of the largest suppliers of premium passenger cars and is the largest commercial vehicle manufacturer in the world.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About NAiSE GmbH
Thanks to its patented localization network, NAiSE enables precise localization and near-real-time communication from and between all intralogistics participants. Based on this, mixed operation is intelligently coordinated and the efficiency and safety of the intralogistics flow of goods is increased.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About NODE
NODE offers plug & play software solutions for autonomous intralogistics. The focus here is on driverless transport vehicles and mobile robots, which our software solutions turn into manufacturer-independent, autonomous and collaborative fleets. NODE thus provides the basis for the widespread use of autonomous mobile robots (AMR) in production and intralogistics.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Nokia
Nokia creates the technology to connect the world. Driven by the research and innovation of NOKIA Bell Labs, Nokia has invented many fundamental technologies that enable modern information and communications networks and all digital devices and systems, and serves communications service providers, governments, large enterprises and consumers with the most comprehensive end-to-end portfolio of products, services and licensing.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About NXTGN
NXTGN (formerly Gründermotor) is the innovation platform from the Länd. We connect startups, science and business to create a vital ecosystem to ensure that the transformation to a sustainable society succeeds. Through effective services, we enable start-ups to achieve sustainable growth and transform the economy. We call the result of this, and thus our vision, Next Generation Mittelstand.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About OMRON
OMRON is pursuing new automation strategies that promote a sustainable industry. In doing so, we are contributing to a future society where people and the environment can grow together and where all people have access to quality food, healthcare and affordable housing.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Pilz
Pilz is an internationally active, innovative automation technology company. With its solutions, Pilz creates safety for man, machine and the environment, and its products include sensor technology, electronic monitoring devices, safety relays, configurable and programmable control systems, automation solutions with motion control, systems for industrial communication as well as visualization solutions and operator terminals.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Plug and Play
With over 20 locations in Silicon Valley, Germany, Spain, Singapore, China and Brazil, the Plug and Play Tech Center is one of the largest and most experienced accelerator operators. In Germany, Plug and Play operates two accelerator programs, the innovation platform STARTUP AUTOBAHN together with Daimler AG, ARENA2036 e.V. and the University of Stuttgart and the accelerator Axel Springer Plug and Play together with Axel Springer SE.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Precitec
The Precitec Group is a global leader in laser technology and optical metrology solutions. The company specializes in developing and manufacturing highly specialized components and system solutions for various industrial applications. Precitec's expertise in laser technology includes the development of high-precision laser processing heads and systems for applications such as laser cutting, laser beam welding, and laser surface treatment. These products are recognized for their reliability and efficiency in processing materials, making them essential in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics manufacturing. In the field of optical metrology, Precitec provides non-contact solutions for measuring distances, thicknesses, and surface profiles. These technologies are essential for quality control and process monitoring in production and manufacturing. They allow for precise measurements in real-time without disrupting the production process.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Premium Robotics
Premium Robotics GmbH, a German company founded in March 2017, combines automation expertise and innovative developments in the logistics industry. With a team of experienced experts and dynamic young developers in the fields of robotics, gripping technology, image processing and control technology, the company specializes in tailor-made automation solutions. Their advanced robots revolutionize repacking, unpacking and gripping processes by providing fast, flexible and cost-saving solutions that not only reduce workload but also increase efficiency. Premium Robotics is characterized by its ability to handle a wide range of products, from a wide variety of cartons to packaged goods.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Quix Quantum
QuiX Quantum is the European market leader in the field of photonic quantum computers. Founded in 2019 in Enschede, the Netherlands, the company develops hardware for quantum computing based on photonics. With locations in Amsterdam, Ulm and Stuttgart, QuiX Quantum is working on the development of the first universal photonic quantum computer in Europe. As part of the DLR Quantum Computing Initiative, a first sale to the German Aerospace Center (DLR) was realized. The company's core technology is based on award-winning, commercially available photonic technology, which is used in its Quantum Photonic Processors.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Rosenberger
The Rosenberger Group is a manufacturer of high-frequency, fiber optic and high-voltage connectivity solutions headquartered in Fridolfing, Bavaria. Founded in 1958, Rosenberger develops connectors, cable assemblies and antennas for various industries such as telecommunications, automotive and medical technology and is represented at several international locations.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Safelog GmbH
Safelog has specialized in the development and intelligent linking of innovative logistics systems since 1996. The company offers patented, intuitively operated pick-by-light picking systems and mobile transport robots, which have been part of the SAFELOG AGV product family since 2015. These driverless transport systems are equipped with highly flexible, agent-based software, which forms the core of the technology.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Schaeffler
As a leading global automotive and industrial supplier, the Schaeffler Group has been driving forward pioneering inventions and developments in the fields of motion and mobility for over 70 years. With innovative technologies, products and services in the fields of CO₂-efficient drives, electric mobility, Industry 4.0, digitalization and renewable energies, the company is a reliable partner for making motion and mobility more efficient, intelligent and sustainable. The technology company produces precision components and systems for drivetrains and chassis as well as rolling and plain bearing solutions for a wide range of industrial applications.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Schleuniger
The Schleuniger Group, headquartered in Thun, Switzerland, develops machines and systems for wire processing. Founded in 1975, the company has been part of the Komax Group since 2022. Schleuniger offers solutions for industries such as the automotive industry and communication technology and is represented at several international locations.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Schunk Sonosystems
Schunk Sonosystems, a Schunk Group company based in Heuchelheim, Germany, specializes in ultrasonic metal welding technology. This enables metals such as copper and aluminum to be joined quickly and reliably without thermal stress. The technology is primarily used in the automotive, solar and electronics industries, for example in the production of cable harnesses and batteries.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About SEI Automotive Europe
Die SEI Automotive Europe GmbH ist eine Tochtergesellschaft der japanischen Sumitomo Electric Group mit Sitz in Wiesbaden, Deutschland. Seit 1997 unterstützt das Unternehmen europäische Automobilhersteller durch Forschung, Entwicklung und Beratung in den Bereichen Elektronik, Elektrosysteme und Hybrid-/Elektrofahrzeuge. SEI Automotive Europe bietet Lösungen zur Emissionsreduktion, Gewichtsoptimierung und Integration von E-Mobility-Technologien.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About sereact
sereact's mission is to develop AI software for autonomous robotics. This enables robots to perceive and understand their environment and independently develop solution strategies. sereact is a research-oriented start-up with a strong application focus.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Siemens
Siemens is a leading global technology group that is positioned along the entire electrification value chain in various industries. Its core business focuses on electrification, automation and digitalization.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About SPIE
SPIE Deutschland & Zentraleuropa, a subsidiary of the SPIE Group, the independent European market leader for multi-technical services in the fields of energy and communication. The range of services includes system solutions in technical facility management, energy efficiency solutions, technical services for energy transmission and distribution, and many more.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Swinburne University
Swinburne University of Technology is a university in Melbourne in the Australian state of Victoria. It was founded in 1992, but its roots can be traced back to a technical college from 1908. It is named after George Swinburne, an Australian engineer, politician and philanthropist.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity is a global technology leader enabling a safer, sustainable, productive and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions have proven themselves in the most demanding environments, enabling advances in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications and the home. Our conviction is also our motto: EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Telsonic
TELSONIC AG is a Swiss company that has been developing and producing industrial ultrasonic systems since 1966. Headquartered in Bronschhofen and with subsidiaries in several countries, including Germany, TELSONIC offers solutions for plastic and metal welding as well as for applications such as cutting, cleaning and screening. The company serves various industries, including automotive, packaging and medical technology.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About ThingOS
ThingOS - the smart things integrator. The slogan also describes the company's expertise - connecting wired and wireless sensors and actuators.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About TRUMPF
The high-tech company TRUMPF offers manufacturing solutions in the fields of machine tools, laser technology and electronics. TRUMPF is driving forward the digital networking of the manufacturing industry through consulting, platform and software offerings. The company is the technology and market leader in machine tools for flexible sheet metal processing and industrial lasers.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About the University of Stuttgart
The University of Stuttgart was founded in 1829 as a technical university. Today, its special profile as the "Stuttgart way" stands for the consistent networking of complementary disciplines and partners as well as the integration of engineering, natural sciences, humanities and social sciences.Project participation in the ARENA2036
About UNSW
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney is a leading Australian university offering a wide range of degree programs and research in areas such as art, design, architecture, business, engineering, law, medicine and science.Project participation in the ARENA2036

About Waveye
Waveye is a technology startup in the field of imaging radars for autonomous systems and AI in the real world. With this collaboration, we want to advance the development and especially the use of advanced radar imaging technologies to lay the foundations for the next generation of autonomous systems. The focus is on integrating state-of-the-art signal processing algorithms and artificial intelligence to realize high-resolution and cost-efficient solutions. The Waveye prototype Sample A with the innovative Lightweight Imaging Radar (LIR) technology achieves a native resolution of less than 0.9° and a super resolution of 0.45°.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Pradivya Software Private Limited
WUS develops "patented AI-IoT-based solutions" to increase the productivity and income of employees. At the same time, it increases turnover and employee retention for employers.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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About Würth Elektronik
The Würth Elektronik Group, founded in 1971 in Niedernhall, Baden-Württemberg, is a manufacturer of electronic components such as printed circuit boards, components, electromechanical elements and system assemblies. With around 7,500 employees and sales of EUR 1.02 billion in 2024, the company serves industries such as industrial electronics, telecommunications, consumer electronics, automotive, aviation, medical technology, sensor technology and renewable energies.Project participation in the ARENA2036
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All projects should be carried out cooperatively by members from science and industry. The research coordination team provides support in applying for publicly funded projects. Fast-track projects are usually bilateral; responsibility lies directly with the participants. The central point of contact for project proposals is the Research Coordination Office.
ARENA2036 is open to everyone. If you would like to become a member, you should bring impulses from your own research and want to actively promote them. For more information, please contact Peter Froeschle & Georg Schnauffer by e-mail.