SPONSORS
a SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE iNDIANA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IEDC) FOR ITS ROLE IN THE CREATION OF THE iNDY aUTONOMOUS cHALLENGE
The IEDC is committed to job growth through collaboration with our strong base of Indiana-based companies while fostering a business-friendly environment that welcomes new investment. Indiana is a state that supports growth, encourages ideas and embraces our legacy as one of the top states in the nation for business.
Nashville, Tennessee-based Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is a subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader providing sustainable mobility and advanced solutions. Bridgestone Americas develops, manufactures and markets a diverse portfolio of original equipment and replacement tires, tire-centric solutions, mobility solutions, and other rubber-associated and diversified products that deliver social value and customer value. Guided by its global corporate social responsibility commitment, Our Way to Serve, Bridgestone is dedicated to shaping a sustainable future of mobility and improving the way people move, live, work and play. Through its Firestone brand, which is the Official Tire of the NTT INDYCAR® SERIES and the Indianapolis 500®, Bridgestone Americas has a history of world-class performance at Indianapolis Motor Speedway® that dates back more than a century to the inaugural Indy 500® in 1911.
Bridgestone is the Exclusive Tire Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide leader in technology that powers the Internet. Cisco inspires new possibilities by reimagining your applications, securing your data, transforming your infrastructure, and empowering your teams for a global and inclusive future. Discover more on The Network and follow us on Twitter.
Cisco is the Exclusive Networking and Communications Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.
Continental is the Exclusive Radar Sensor Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
dSPACE is a leading provider of simulation and validation solutions worldwide for developing connected, autonomous, and electrically powered vehicles. The company's range of end-to-end solutions are used particularly by automotive manufacturers and their suppliers to test the software and hardware components in their new vehicles long before a new model is allowed on the road. Not only is dSPACE a sought-after partner in vehicle development, engineers also rely on our know-how at dSPACE when it comes to aerospace and industrial automation. Our portfolio ranges from end-to-end solutions for simulation and validation to engineering and consulting services as well as training and support. With more than 2,000 employees worldwide, dSPACE is headquartered in Paderborn, Germany, has three project centers in Germany, and serves customers through regional dSPACE companies in the USA, the UK, France, Japan, China, Croatia, and South Korea. For more information visit www.dspace.com
dSPACE is the Exclusive On-Vehicle Computer and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
Luminar is an autonomous vehicle sensor and software company with the vision to make autonomy safe and ubiquitous by delivering the only lidar and associated software that meets the industry’s stringent performance, safety, and economic requirements. Luminar has rapidly gained over 50 industry partners, including 7 of the top 10 global automakers. In 2020, Luminar signed the industry’s first production deal for autonomous consumer vehicles with Volvo Cars, while also recently striking deals with Daimler Truck AG and Intel’s Mobileye. Luminar has also received minority investments from the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, Daimler Truck AG, and Volvo Cars, a global leader in automotive safety, to accelerate the introduction of autonomous trucks and cars at highway speed. Founded in 2012, Luminar is a nearly 400-person team with offices in Palo Alto, Orlando, Colorado Springs, Detroit, and Munich.
Luminar is the Exclusive Lidar Sensor Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
NI is revolutionizing how enterprises use test systems and insights to drive product and business performance. NI’s software-connected approach simplifies connecting systems and data across the enterprise, making it easier to gain insight through test – for safer, more reliable products, developed faster than ever. And with the industry’s most comprehensive portfolio of software, which helps drive performance from the instrument all the way to the enterprise, NI is uniquely equipped to help you outpace change and come out ahead; with expertise that spans power semiconductor, aerospace & defense, and transportation.
Within the transportation business, NI offers a comprehensive solution that addresses the industry’s diverse testing, validation, and production requirements with key areas of expertise in Analytics, Electric Vehicles (EV), Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Vehicles (AV). By leveraging NI's technology, automotive manufacturers and suppliers can enhance product quality, accelerate time-to-market, and be ready to design the next software-defined vehicle. To learn more about NI’s transportation solutions, please visit: https://www.ni.com/en/solutions/transportation.html
NI is the Exclusive Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
The Autoware Foundation is a non-profit organization supporting open-source projects enabling self-driving mobility. The Autoware Foundation creates synergies between corporate development and academic research, enabling autonomous driving technology for everyone.
The Autoware Foundation is a Simulation Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
AVI develops, manufactures and delivers specialised communications solutions for mission-critical situations; delivering a full end-to-end service in the design, manufacturing, assembly, installation, training and support of these systems. AVI continuously strives to be a leader of innovation and reliable specialised solutions in the delivery of mission critical hardware and software defined networking communication systems across key markets, including Defence, Mining, Government, Utilities and Public Safety; on a multi-national scale whilst maintaining focus towards Australian Industrial Sovereign capability and the advancement of the Internet of Things (IoT) for the foreseeable future.
AVI is a Connectivity Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
Based in Ottawa, Canada, Calian is focused on high function, high performance technology and solutions. Calian is known for its Accutenna® and VeraPhase® technology, as well as its recently introduced VeroStarTM and Helical innovations. These technologies have proven themselves to provide the highest performance antennas (low axial ratios, high multi-path signal rejection, tight PCV) in their size and weight, while setting lower economical price points. Calian’s antennas are the antennas of choice for a wide variety of applications.
Calian is the Exclusive GNSS Antenna Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector. With a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence, our mission is to transform the future of mobility by working with customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and better-connected world. With around 50,000 employees worldwide, the Marelli footprint includes 170 facilities and R&D centers across Asia, the Americas, Europe, and Africa. With an approach based on co-creating the future of mobility with its customers and technology partners, the company provides advanced solutions for a number of automotive technology fields, including: automotive lighting and sensing, electronic systems, interior experience, internal combustion and electric powertrain, thermal solutions, ride dynamics, green technology solutions. Within its Motorsport area, Marelli develops electronic and electro-mechanical systems for two and four-wheel racing vehicles, supplying all the top teams in all the most important motorsport world championships such as Formula 1, Formula E, the World Endurance Championship, MotoGP, and many others. The company is a leader in motorsport telemetry and delivers connected track technologies.
Marelli is the Exclusive Race Control Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
Autonomous cars. Electric vehicles. Unmanned aerial systems. When it comes to technology built on mechatronics, New Eagle delivers solutions for a fast path to production. From a reliable supply chain of production hardware to professional engineering support, New Eagle gives developers control of their projects with each step toward production. A key component to helping customers get to production fast is New Eagle’s Raptor™ controls platform, which allows developers to use robust model-based software tools to create production-ready systems upfront – to avoid system reworks and maintain full control of IP. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, New Eagle is a WBENC-certified business known for its state-of-the-art technology advancements in EV/HEV and autonomous industries, including drive-by-wire solutions across numerous vehicle platforms.
New Eagle is the Exclusive Low-Level ECU Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
Point One Navigation is a provider of precise positioning solutions including its Polaris GNSS Correction Network. Point One built Polaris from the ground up to deliver centimeter RTK accuracy into GIS, Mapping and Survey applications. Tomorrow’s devices require precise knowledge of their location to be safe and effective in the real world. Point One is delivering the first coast-to-coast, 100% self-built, owned and maintained RTK corrections network. Satellite navigation, computer vision and sensor fusion comprise the foundation for Point One’s location platform. Point One outperforms other options by tightly coupling the strengths of different sensor modalities and intelligently using proprietary data. Point One is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
Point One Navigation is an RTK Correction Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
VectorNav Technologies is the worldwide leader of embedded navigation solutions using the latest inertial sensor and GNSS technology. Since its founding in 2008, VectorNav has provided systems integrators in the military, aerospace, marine, and robotics industries worldwide with SWaP-C optimized, high-performance navigation systems. VectorNav applies the aerospace heritage of digital filtering and sensor calibration techniques to the state-of-the-art in inertial and GNSS technology, redefining what’s possible in today’s inertial navigation technology. Headquartered in Dallas, TX, USA, VectorNav is an AS9100 company.
VectorNav is the Exclusive GNSS/INS Technology Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
The Automobile Club of Milano is a non-economic public body dedicated to the mobility of people. The Automobile Club of Milano is a founding member of the Automobile Club of Italy (ACI), of which they are the representative in the area of competence. It was founded in 1903 on the initiative of the first Milanese motorists, joining previous associations including the Italian Motorists Club founded in 1897, considered one of the first automotive associations in the world. From the outset, it has carried out an activity that can be divided into various sectors: protection of drivers, provision of services and assistance, organization of car races, promotion of motorsport, carrying out studies and research in the field of mobility, designing and carrying out education and road safety activities.
Automobile Club of Milano is a Vehicle Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
FOS TECH brings together all the technology and future mobility content at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, encompassing the forward-looking aspects of the event, including the latest automotive machinery and alternative fuels, through to the world’s most intriguing and groundbreaking pioneers in Future Lab, and extensive STEM programme for 11-16 year olds. FOS TECH aims to serve visitors, press, brands and digital viewers with immersive and accessible content, reinforcing the Festival of Speed as the platform to explore and celebrate a vision for tomorrow’s world.
FOS TECH is a Vehicle Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
MarketScale is a B2B content marketing company based in Dallas, TX. The company provides a wide range of services including podcasting, video production, written content creation and more. With a focus on delivering high-quality content that resonates with target audiences, MarketScale helps businesses achieve their marketing goals and grow their brand. For more information, please visit www.marketscale.com.
MarketScale is the Official Industry Intelligence Partner of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
NineTwelve envisions a world that thinks strategically, works collaboratively, and acts sustainably. NineTwelve creates cross-sector collaborative networks that accelerate the design and implementation of emergent solutions by bringing together the key elements of innovation: collaboration, prototyping and experimentation. Its mission-driven team of trusted experts specialize in microelectronics, 5G, emerging manufacturing, unconventional energy, hypersonics, space, sensors and cybersecurity, with a commitment to job creation and sustainable economic development.
NineTwelve is a Vehicle Sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge
The purpose of SportsTech HQ is to create impact in Indiana through investments in sports tech, maximize existing investments in sports tech through sports community collaboration and partnerships, cultivate a sports tech ecosystem which inspires and facilitates innovation, and builds Indiana’s brand as a sports tech destination of choice.