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SARA: Safe cycling at any age

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AIT Austrian Institute of Technology researches cycling skills for better road safety

The number of cycling accidents in Austria has increased significantly over the past ten years. Particularly striking is the rise in single-vehicle accidents, the causes of which are manifold – from lack of riding experience to distraction and inadequate infrastructure. To counteract these developments, the SARA research project – Safe Cycling at Any Age – is systematically investigating cycling skills in Austria for the first time. The aim of the project is to collect reliable data and use it to develop specific recommendations for training, awareness-raising and infrastructure.

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NEW Vision, Automation & Control

AI Assistance System for Safe Logistics at Crane Terminals

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As part of the "Road2Rail" project, the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology and Künz GmbH have developed an AI-based assistance system that automates the transfer of semi-trailers from road to rail, improving safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability. The solution is now being further developed toward market maturity.
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NEW Energy

CIRCON 2026: Conference on the topic of "Circular construction - "Opportunities , Innovaion, Practice"

CirCon 2026
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The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology is hosting the CirCon 2026 at the Vienna Museum on 26 January 2026.

The conference is dedicated to finding solutions to the key challenges of the circular economy in the building sector and brings together experts from research, business and politics. Keynotes, panel discussions and other interactive formats will shed light on current developments and future prospects. 

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AHEAD: A Flagship Project for Sustainable Pharmaceutical Production

Official go-live of AHEAD (Advanced Heat Pump Demonstrator) took place at Takeda in Vienna
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The project is carried out by Takeda in collaboration with the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, highlighting the importance of cooperation between industry and research institutes.
  • Official go-live of AHEAD (Advanced Heat Pump Demonstrator) took place at Takeda in Vienna
  • With AHEAD, Takeda is creating an environmentally friendly solution for CO₂-free steam generation for industrial processes that is unique in its form.
  • AHEAD is the first industrial application of this innovative high-temperature heat pump system using 100% natural refrigerants.
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