AVIAT-STEM
Advanced Hybrid Aviation Propulsion Systems for Deep Tech Excellence and STEM Transformation in HEIs
AVIAT-STEM strengthens Deep Tech innovation capacity in STEM by linking hybrid aviation propulsion validation, AI-enabled engineering, curriculum reform, and research-to-market pathways under Topic 1.
Selected under Topic 1: EIT-HEI-2025-STEM-CAPACITY-BUILDING, AVIAT-STEM supports Higher Education Institutions in embedding Deep Tech innovation, AI-enabled digital engineering, and research-to-market thinking into STEM education. The project uses advanced aviation propulsion validation as a practical learning and innovation environment, connecting technical development with entrepreneurship, IP management, and venture creation.
At the centre of the project is a Deep Tech Centre of Excellence operating as a Living Laboratory. This environment allows students, researchers, staff, and industrial actors to work on real validation challenges linked to hybrid and electric propulsion, AI-based monitoring, Digital Twin development, and embedded systems. These activities are integrated into accredited STEM curricula, laboratory modules, thesis work, and structured innovation training.
AVIAT-STEM also establishes interconnected AI Innovation Hubs and structured commercialization pathways across participating HEIs. By combining curriculum reform, industry-linked validation, harmonised IP workflows, and venture mentoring, the project aims to create a scalable model for Deep Tech STEM transformation and strengthen Europe’s capacity in clean aviation, digital engineering, and technology entrepreneurship.
Partners on this project
Aalen University (Lead Partner)
Central University of Technology, Free State
DG Aviation GmbH
Innovationszentrum an der Hochschule Aalen Betreibergesellschaft mbH
Jonker Sailplanes Pty Ltd
LZ Design d.o.o.
North-West University
Trakya Development Agency
Trakya University
e-Vol-ution GmbH
EMRAX d.o.o.
OnTrack Technologies
Trakya Technopark
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