ATRC Launches SteerAI: A New Era in Autonomous Mobility

The Advanced Technology Research Council’s (ATRC) commercialization arm, VentureOne, has unveiled SteerAI, an innovative mobility system powered by artificial intelligence designed to convert standard industrial vehicles into autonomous powerhouses.

Initially targeting the logistics and defence sectors, SteerAI combines a hardware kit, a sophisticated software stack, and an advanced fleet management system. This integration enables autonomous ground vehicles to execute complex missions with exceptional precision and efficiency, ultimately conserving time and resources while safeguarding human workers. The technology behind SteerAI was developed by experts at the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), ATRC’s applied research division.

H.E. Faisal Al Bannai, Adviser to the UAE President and Secretary General of ATRC, remarked, “The launch of SteerAI is a significant milestone in solidifying the UAE’s leadership in autonomous technology. At ATRC, our vision is to continuously push the boundaries of innovation, and SteerAI exemplifies how we are turning groundbreaking research into real-world solutions that drive tangible impact.”

Dr Najwa Aaraj, CEO of TII, added, “We have not simply created an autonomous vehicle—we have created an autonomous vehicle’s ‘brain.’ The advanced navigation algorithms work with cutting-edge sensors as part of an efficient, modular system that can work on any vehicle, and that has the potential to transform the way we move.”

The autonomous vehicles equipped with SteerAI technology are designed to operate consistently and accurately between navigation points, minimizing downtime. The software stack, in conjunction with advanced sensors, enables vehicles to swiftly respond to potential hazards, navigate obstacles, and operate seamlessly in challenging environments, including unmapped areas.

In addition to enabling fully autonomous mobility, SteerAI’s software supports remote fleet management, offering mission planning and monitoring, as well as data-driven analytics to optimize vehicle deployment and performance.

“SteerAI’s launch represents a major milestone in our journey of driving positive impact through the use of advanced technologies,” stated Reda Nidhakou, Acting CEO of VentureOne. “The mobility needs in logistics and defence are intense, complex, and costly. Our vehicle-agnostic autonomous system redefines operational efficiency and precision while protecting companies’ most valuable assets—their people. Our mission is to leverage technology to help our partners transform the way they operate.”

SteerAI marks the second venture launched by VentureOne, following the introduction of AI71 in November 2023, which focuses on creating business solutions utilizing TII’s Falcon generative AI models.

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