The second annual AVCC2024 conference, held on October 8-9, 2024, at Bosch in Farmington Hills, Michigan, has successfully concluded, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of assisted and autonomous vehicle technology. With over 160 participants registering both in-person and virtually from more than 20 companies across 16 countries, the event was a vibrant hub of innovation and collaboration.
To summarize the event with one phrase: AVCC2024 was an engineering event for and by engineers.
The quality of the technical presentations and the industry experts discussing what is happening now in AV and ADAS is content you haven’t seen anywhere else. We all know that many automotive technology events exist: only AVCC brings together the technical experts to discuss the things that matter most as we move through levels of automation.
Event Highlights
This year’s conference featured an impressive lineup of 20 speakers and 24 sessions, offering attendees a comprehensive exploration of the latest trends and innovations in the field. The event kicked off with keynote addresses by industry leaders such as Joern-Ole Godbersen from Bosch and Jyotika Athavale from IEEE/Synopsys, setting the stage for two days of insightful discussions, workshops, learning and networking opportunities.
Keynote and Plenary Sessions
The two keynote sessions above provided deep insights into the current state and future prospects of autonomous vehicle technology. Other notable speakers included:
- Partha Goswami, Principal of PG Mobility
- Bart Plackle, VP Automotive of imec
- Stan Schneider, CEO of Real-Time Innovations (RTI)
- Neil Banerjee, Vice President of Fisker & Chief Evangelist at AVCC
- and many more – all speaker are included on our speaker page here.
These sessions addressed critical topics such as AI safety, chiplet technology, policy implications, and pre-silicon benchmarking, offering attendees a well-rounded perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the industry.
Interactive Workshops and Technical Sessions
The afternoon sessions were dedicated to interactive workshops and technical working groups. These sessions allowed participants to engage deeply with specific topics such as benchmarking, software portability, AI cybersecurity, and total cost of ownership. The collaborative environment fostered meaningful exchanges of ideas and strategies to tackle complex technological challenges.
Networking and Collaboration
AVCC2024 provided ample opportunities for networking, enabling attendees to connect with peers, industry leaders, and potential collaborators. These interactions are crucial for fostering partnerships that will drive future innovations in autonomous vehicle technology.
Global Participation
The diverse participation from over 16 countries underscores the global interest and investment in autonomous vehicle advancements. This international representation highlights AVCC’s role as a central platform for sharing knowledge and accelerating progress in this rapidly evolving field.
Looking Forward
Building on the success of AVCC2024, plans are already underway for next year’s conference. The continued dedication to advancing autonomous vehicle computing promises to keep AVCC at the forefront of industry innovation. We extend our gratitude to our host and sponsor, Bosch, and all speakers, attendees, and organizers who contributed to making AVCC2024 a remarkable success. We look forward to welcoming everyone back next year for another exciting chapter in the journey toward a fully autonomous future.
