UK's Cranfield University signs MoU with Altair to explore use of AI and simulation in aerospace and other industries

TROY, Mich., - Altair, a computational intelligence company in Troy, Mich., and U.K.-based Cranfield University have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore and expand the use of artificial intelligence (AI), simulation, and data analytics within the aerospace and robotics industries. The organizations will also support students, researchers, and startups looking to harness the power of computational intelligence within these industries.

"Cranfield University is a proven leader and innovator in aerospace and beyond," said Pietro Cervellera, senior vice president of aerospace and defense, Altair. "This MoU is just the first step in developing new breakthroughs and helping organizations of all kinds explore the immense power of simulation, data analytics, and AI within aerospace."

"We're looking forward to working together with Altair to identify ways we can integrate technologies to support students and their research projects, and accelerate startups already working with Cranfield," said professor Antonios Tsourdos, director of AI, robotics, and space, Cranfield University. "We anticipate great things from our joint efforts and are delighted to work with Altair experts to drive next-generation aerospace innovation."

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The agreement comes at a time when the convergence of AI, machine learning, data analytics, and simulation is increasingly pivotal in developing new innovations in areas like autonomous space exploration, Earth observation, telecommunications, and defense.