AviSense.AI is a pioneering deep-tech spin-off based in Patras, Greece, originating from the Multimedia Information Processing Systems (MIPS) Group of the Industrial Systems Institute at the Athena Research Center and the Visualization and Virtual Reality Group (VVR) of the University of Patras . Established in 2023, the company is dedicated to transforming connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) into intelligent, trustworthy partners through advanced artificial intelligence (AI), sensor fusion, and extended reality (XR) technologies .
AviSense’s mission is to enhance situational awareness and safety in autonomous driving by developing scalable, energy-efficient AI models that require less data, utilizing cooperative, active, transfer, and federated learning paradigms . Their solutions integrate satellite data with real-time sensor inputs to provide precise 4D localization and mapping capabilities, significantly improving driver awareness and reducing energy consumption .
The company’s product suite includes:
- AviSense XR System of XAI Content: Delivers personalized, explainable information to drivers through XR interfaces, enhancing decision-making and situational awareness .
- AviSense Data Enhancement Kit: Enhances the performance of low-cost visual and LiDAR sensors to match that of higher-end equipment .
- AviSense Hyper-Sensing Suite: Provides accurate perception, localization, and mapping by processing real-time data from various connected vehicle sensors .
AviSense has garnered attention for its innovative contributions to the automotive industry, including winning the Prototype Track in the EUSPA Cassini Challenges for its SpaceCAR solution . The company collaborates with industry leaders such as Panasonic Automotive Systems Europe, Sony Automotive, and Huawei, aiming to advance the integration of AI-driven technologies in autonomous vehicles .
With a multidisciplinary team of experts in AI, computer vision, and AR/VR applications, AviSense is committed to enhancing the quality of life for users of autonomous and connected vehicles by providing innovative, explainable, and user-friendly solutions .