The SafeTrek project aims to significantly increase the performance of automated vehicles in off-road use. The goal is to automatically detect driving dynamics conditions using non-emitting sensor technology, in particular to determine the current prevailing terrain conditions and to automatically reconfigure the vehicle accordingly. In order to make these algorithms sufficiently accurate, robust, and safe, SafeTrek also aims to map terrain and vehicle behavior in the BMLV's simulation environment and thus develop automated and comprehensive virtual testing. A novel approach is being used for this purpose, which allows any combination of relevant driving parameters to be tested flexibly.

The project is led by Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles Austria GmbH and implemented in cooperation with the Vienna University of Technology and the Federal Ministry of Defense. SafeTrek builds on the results of several previous projects by the partners. Several test drives are planned, using the infrastructure of the Austrian Armed Forces.

SafeTrek will thus significantly improve existing demonstrators and greatly expand their applicability. SafeTrek positions Austria as a pioneer in the field of automated driving under military conditions and contributes significantly to strengthening the country's position as a technology hub.