2024-05-03 02:54:39
The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) will return in a big way to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS), in the “Racing Capital of the World”, on September 6, 2024. The competition will be a landmark event, which will feature a race featuring the world’s fastest autonomous racing cars, driven by AI driver software developed by 10 teams representing 18 top universities across North America, Europe and Asia.
History was made at IMS in October 2021 when the IAC hosted the world’s first high-speed autonomous racing competition. Since then, the IAC has organized five races at iconic tracks, including the Las Vegas Motor Speedway during CES and the Formula 1 Monza circuit in Italy. The IAC and its university teams have achieved a long list of high-speed land autonomy world records. World records include the autonomous land speed record (192.2 mph), top speed on the track (180 mph), fastest direct pass on the track (177 mph), and most kilometers of autonomous racing (7,500 miles). .
“Three years ago, we brought together the best and brightest minds from universities around the world to make history at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, proving that autonomous racing is possible and launching a global effort to accelerate the quest for high-speed autonomous mobility,” he said. Paul Mitchell, president of the Indy Autonomous Challenge. “After we set several records and proved that autonomous vehicles can race at extreme speeds, we are heading home to the Racing Capital of the World to attempt an even more ambitious race.”
The next race at IMS, held in partnership with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), will be a high-adrenaline competitive race of multiple IAC AV-24 autonomous race cars. Teams from leading research universities around the world plan to push the limits of autonomous technology by competing at breakneck speeds on the iconic oval track. This race promises to not only entertain, but also offer a glimpse into the future of mobility, where AI drivers can safely operate autonomous vehicles on highways at high speeds, reducing the risk of accidents and accelerating supply chain logistics.
“Indiana is at the forefront when it comes to the future of mobility, attracting new business investment, promoting R&D and inspiring innovation in electric vehicles, hydrogen and autonomy,” said Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg. “The technologies, companies and talent brought together in the Indy Autonomous Challenge are making significant progress in developing autonomous capabilities, positioning Indiana at the forefront of tomorrow’s global economy while inspiring the next generation of leaders and risk-takers.”
With 10 teams representing 18 universities from five countries, the race will be the largest autonomous racing competition in the world.
- AI Racing Tech – University of California, Berkeley (California), with the University of Hawaii (Hawaii), University of California, San Diego (California) and Carnegie Mellon University
- Autonomous Tiger Racing – Auburn University (Alabama)
- Black & Gold Autonomous Racing – Purdue University (Indiana)
- Cavalier Autonomous Racing – University of Virginia (Virginia)
- KAIST – Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (South Korea)
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Luddy Autonomous Racing – Indiana University (Indiana)
- MIT-PITT-RW – Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Massachusetts), University of Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania), Rochester Institute of Technology (New York) and University of Waterloo (Canada)
- PoliMOVE-MSU – Polytechnic of Milan (Italy), Michigan State University (Michigan), University of Alabama (Alabama)
- TUM Autonomous Motorsport – Technical University of Munich (Alemanha)
- UNIMORE Racing – University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (Italy)
“The Indianapolis Motor Speedway was originally created as a testing ground for the first automobiles,” said J. Douglas Boles, president of IMS. “Having teams from the world’s elite research universities use the track to prove the future of autonomous vehicles connects the track’s historical roots to the future of AI and robotics.”
The race is expected to attract thousands of participants from government, industry and academia, including 2,000 high school students studying Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). The race event will be broadcast live around the world for those unable to attend in person.
“For many Indianaians (Hoosiers), their first trip to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is a rite of passage,” said Indiana Secretary of Education Katie Jenner. “The Indy Autonomous Challenge provides a unique opportunity for students to visit the track and experience firsthand the incredible STEM technologies being developed right here in Indiana. We are excited to help recruit high school students to participate in the event and to partner in planning a STEM Zone that will directly connect them to future college and career opportunities.”
In addition to the competitive “main event” race, the day will include several interactive events and activations that will offer participants the opportunity to learn and engage with future technologies, including autonomous vehicles, drones, robots, augmented devices and virtual reality, generative AI , sensor fusion, Internet of Things, etc. Activations will include:
- Innovation Paddock: Interactive hardtech exhibits from industry-leading companies, startups, universities and innovation-based nonprofits will be located in parking garages adjacent to the track. Here, attendees can interact with the latest technological advancements related to mobility, AI, automation, robotics and more.
- Future Mobility Summit: An invitation-only summit focused on revolutionary advancements such as AI-powered autonomy, next-generation drones, smart infrastructure and sustainable energy solutions, with a special focus on Indiana’s innovative contributions. The summit promises an unparalleled convergence of thought leaders from industry, government and academia. This curated event, designed to spark meaningful discussions and promote policy development to accelerate the advent of future mobility, will feature dynamic keynotes and panel sessions led by renowned figures from leading industry circles.
- STEM zone: Created in partnership with the Indiana Department of Education and dedicated to inspiring the next generation of innovators, the STEM Zone plans to engage students with interactive exhibits and educational sessions focusing on science, technology, engineering and math, underscoring the IAC’s commitment in fostering curiosity and passion for STEM among young people, highlighting the essential role of education in the future of technology. Students will also have access to the Innovation Paddock exhibits, sponsored lunch concessions and seats in the Tower Terrace stands to watch the IAC race.
Companies, governments, universities and non-profit organizations interested in participating in the Indy Autonomous Challenge at IMS can contact [email protected]. High school leaders or teachers interested in bringing students to the event can contact [email protected]. Participants in general, who want to participate in the racing event, can purchase tickets at site at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway starting May 2, 2024.
About IAC: The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) is a non-profit corporation based in Indianapolis, Indiana (USA) that organizes racing competitions between university-affiliated teams representing 18 universities around the world. Teams program AI drivers to drive fully autonomous race cars at IAC and compete in a series of historic events on iconic tracks. Based in Indiana, the IAC works to establish a center for performance automation in the state and harnesses the power of innovative competitions to attract the best and brightest minds from around the world to promote cutting-edge technology in automated vehicle safety and performance. The IAC began as a $1 million prize competition with 31 university teams registering to compete more than three years ago, representing top engineering and technology programs from 15 U.S. states and 11 countries. Follow the IAC @IndyAChallenge on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook e YouTube.
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