The Austrian Institute of Technology (AIT) is the largest non-academic research organisation in Austria. AIT makes a significant contribution to strengthening the technological knowledge base in the Austrian economy and to secure the location Austria at the international level. AIT builds a bridge from idea through design and development, testing and deployment leading, innovative, intelligent system solutions in selected market segments through partnership with industry, universities and other research partners. AIT has extensive experience in the coordination and participation in national and international research projects.