Autonomous Vehicle Off-Road Simulation Technology for IDF

Cognata offers a realistic simulation and testing platform for Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems that combines AV perception training and unique challenges presented by an unfamiliar terrain By DA Staff / 10 Mar 2022

ISR Training & Simulation Services

Discover cutting-edge solutions from leading global suppliers
SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT
Cognata AV Off-road Simulation Technology
Follow DA

The Israel Ministry of Defense has selected Cognata’s simulation authoring software to support the testing and training of military Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) in challenging terrains.

As per the contract, Cognata will integrate its software into Israeli Defense Force (IDF) technology to further accelerate algorithm safety and readiness. 

Cognata offers a highly realistic simulation and testing platform for AVs and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that combines the market’s leading AV perception training and unique challenges presented by an unfamiliar terrain environment.

The company’s AV off-road simulation is designed to test, train and validate perception and control challenges for difficult terrains where there is no clear path.

The testing solution can help in reducing the lengthy verification and validation process, and compress the AI/ML training time to months.

Cognata’s simulation platform can create multiple use cases with limited visibility by other objects, bypassing a lengthy Artificial Intelligence (AI) learning process by creating simulated environments for quick learning, allowing AI to evaluate sensor-generated large-scale situations, complex multi-source data sets, and generate automatic analysis, compressing the AI / Machine Learning (ML) training time to months.

“Cognata is proud to be chosen and work with The Ministry of Defense, supporting and accelerating the IDF development needs,” said Cognata CEO, Danny Atsmon. “Highly accurate and scalable simulation technology is essential to validate autonomous vehicles in general, and algorithm safety and readiness specifically, within the nearly infinite combinations of real-world scenarios. Cognata’s technology rapidly creates novel visualization and synthetic environment approaches to enable improved AI/ML training that increases reliability, reduces human error in critical mission tasks, and positively impacts trust in human-machine teaming.”

“We carefully inspected several simulation providers, and were impressed with Cognata’s high-quality standards,” said Vladimir Vakulin, Major, Robotics Systems Knowledge Leader, IDF. “We are looking forward to a productive algorithm development process, towards IDF excellency.”

Posted by DA Staff Connect & Contact

Latest Articles

Advanced SWIR Cameras Delivered for Key Defense Programs in North America

SCD USA’s MIRA SWIR camera is being integrated into key North American defense programs, offering advanced imaging, high frame rates, and compact, low-power performance

May 30, 2025
Key Differences Between OEMs & Rebranding Vendors for Military Electronics

MilDef outlines why distinguishing between genuine OEMs and rebranding vendors is critical when sourcing rugged military electronics

May 30, 2025
Most Read Articles on DA in May 2025

In May 2025, a number of significant developments were published on Defense Advancement, including the latest news in Group 2 UAS, head-mounted systems, and USVs

May 30, 2025
Adtran Integrates White Rabbit for Sub-Nanosecond Timing Across Oscilloquartz Platforms

Adtran has enhanced its Oscilloquartz timing solutions with software-based White Rabbit technology, enabling sub-nanosecond synchronization for critical applications without hardware upgrades

May 29, 2025
Dantherm’s Climate Control Systems for Deployed Forces

Explore how Dantherm ensures safety and comfort in field camps with rugged, energy-efficient climate solutions built for extreme weather and rapid deployment

May 29, 2025
New Expeditionary USV for Covert Maritime Surveillance & Special Forces Missions

FLANQ’s new Q-RECON USV delivers agile, man-portable maritime surveillance and interdiction capabilities, purpose-built for special forces and operations in littoral environments

May 29, 2025

Featured Content

U.S. Army Aircraft to Receive Connectivity Upgrade with Honeywell SATCOM

Honeywell’s JetWave X SATCOM system is set to upgrade the U.S. Army’s ARES aircraft, enhancing global connectivity and mission-critical communications for ISR and electronic warfare

May 28, 2025
New Hybrid Solution for Long-Term GNSS-Denied Navigation

Advanced Navigation has demonstrated a major breakthrough with a Hybrid Navigation System designed for GPS-denied environments, combining a strategic-grade FOG INS with a laser velocity sensor

May 21, 2025
Trillium Gimbal Enhances Imaging for Launched Effects & Loitering Munitions

Trillium Engineering introduces the HD25-LV-C, a lightweight imaging system optimized for cost-constrained, expendable platforms like Launched Effects and loitering munitions

May 21, 2025
Advancing Defense Capability Through Strategic Collaboration Defense Advancement works with major OEMs to foster collaboration and increase engagement with SMEs, to accelerate innovation and drive defense capabilities forward.