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2025
AutomatonEngine (Æ) announces that its core technology has successfully reached Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 5. This milestone confirms that the system has been validated in a relevant environment, demonstrating stable performance, integration capability, and readiness for advancement toward pilot-scale deployment.

Reaching TRL 5 marks a significant step in the maturation of Æ's compute architecture and positions the platform for accelerated development toward commercial-grade prototypes and field-ready systems.

2025
AutomatonEngine (Æ) has received strategic startup funding and support from the NRW Startup Transfer Program (https://www.efre.nrw/en). As a spin-off of Forschungszentrum Jülich, Æ is pioneering the development of a next-generation compute architecture tailored to artificial intelligence applications, delivering over 50x performance efficiency, and over 2000x in PPA benefits.

The funding will accelerate the development and deployment of Æ's energy-efficient hardware in next-generation robotic assistance systems and autonomous mobility platforms.

2022
AutomatonEngine (Æ) announces that it has been selected by SPRIND – the Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation as part of its national initiative to accelerate breakthrough technologies. Established by the German Federal Government, SPRIND supports radical, high-impact innovations with the potential to transform entire industries.

This recognition places AutomatonEngine among a select group of deep-tech ventures chosen for their scientific excellence and the capacity to deliver disruptive technological advances.

Further details on SPRIND and its mission can be found via the Federal Ministry of Education and Research.