Purpose and goal
AstaZero and the University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute (UTARI) are establishing an international collaboration to develop advanced testbeds for autonomous drone systems. The project aims to apply AstaZero´s world-leading knowledge from road-based vehicle testing to airborne systems, with support of existing infrastructure – including advanced 5G communication networks, geofencing systems and testing expertise.
Expected effects and result
The follow-up project after this feasibility study aims to utilize cutting-edge expertise at UTARI and the leading research infrastructure at AstaZero. It will likely end up in one of the following areas: 5G/6G communication for scalable and robust drone control, computational offloading to edge computers for AI/ML models, and methods for drone testing from prototype to certified systems.
Planned approach and implementation
Through joint workshops, technical briefings and participation in the NVIDIA GTC conference, the foundation for a larger stage 2 project is being created. The project delivers documented workshop results and a completed plan for the stage 2 project as well as a final report. The transatlantic collaboration combines Swedish test infrastructure with American cutting-edge expertise to develop safe, energy-efficient and socially critical drone services.
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