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Monitoring System for higher safety, efficiency, real-time traffic insights and situational analytics of vehicle fleets With the increasing number of cars on the road, tracking the traffic and environmental conditions is crucial to ensure efficiency, safety, and quality. To avoid manipulation, such monitoring systems must function independently of the vehicle’s internal systems and monitor driving …

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At the “Lange Nacht der Forschung”, Pro²Future looked at flexible collaboration between humans and robots in Industry 4.0 (Cobot stand), as well as the interaction between AI and industrial occupational safety (AI2Human stand). In Upper Austria, the LNF counted around 42,000 visitors in 10 regions with 140 exhibitors and over 700 research stations. Cobot stand: …

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An effort to demonstrate the safe use of AI technologies in industrial environments to increase worker health & safety The technological revolution is rapidly transforming the work environment, subjecting workers to new challenges, such as collaborating with highly efficient and partially autonomous machines. Currently, computer-assisted techniques and AI systems (human-centered artificial intelligence) are utilized in …

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The second Pro²Future scientific symposium took place on May 6, 2024 at JKU Linz. After welcoming the guests by Prof. Gabriele Kotsis, our scientific director Prof. Alois Ferscha gave an outlook on the center’s research agenda for the next eight years (Pro²Future Epoch II). With the keynotes by Prof. Martina Mara (JKU Linz – Robopsychology …

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“The parallel implementation of digital and ecological transformation – the so-called twin transition – is the top innovation topic in industrial companies and at the same time a decisive competitive factor for Upper Austria as an innovation location. Only those who master both equally well will assert themselves in international competition and be successful. Artificial …

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Find the complete record of Pro²Future’s publications via the main menu > Research > Publications. The record has been updated including all publications until end of 2023. Pro²Future is proud to announce a new publication record for the calendar 2023, including 19 Journal Publications, 22 Conference Publications, 2 Books/Bookchapters, 8 completed Bachelors, 11 completed Masters …

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We’re thrilled to announce that the project, P2D2 (Power Processing for Defect Detection), has received funding approval from the FFG – The Austrian Research Promotion Agency. This exciting initiative aims to create a start-up that will revolutionize defect detection technology during manufacturing processes. Key Highlights: FFG Spin-Off Fellowship: P2D2 is part of the FFG Spin-Off Fellowship …

From research to start-ups  – strengthening the entrepreneurial spirit at Pro²Future Read More »

Dr. Michael Haslgrübler, Area Manager at Pro2Future GmbH, was interviewed for the article “AI as a blessing or a curse” in the Research Special section of derStandard, evening edition of January 31, 2024. The article can be found online here https://www.derstandard.at/story/3000000205258/die-tuecken-von-kuenstlicher-intelligenz-am-arbeitsplatz Michael Haslgrübler and Jarsolava Huber have already published a handbook/guide for employees and their …

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The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is the 11th day of February, by resolution of the United Nations General Assembly. The day recognizes the critical role women and girls play in science and technology. This special day is implemented by UNESCO and UN Women, in collaboration with intergovernmental agencies and institutions, as …

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On December 14th, Maximilian Zacher successfully defended his dissertation thesis at the Institute of Polymer Processing and Digital Transformation at Johannes Kepler University Linz. The work was supervised by Univ.-Prof DI Dr. Georg Steinbichler. The committee was completed by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Volker Schöppner (University of Paderborn) as external examiner, Priv.-Doz. DI Dr. Umut Dogar Cakmak …

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