HORIBA MIRA & Monolith Team up to Transform Battery Testing
In a strategic move to advance battery and powertrain development, Europe's leading automotive engineering consultancy, HORIBA MIRA, partnered with Monolith, a renowned artificial intelligence (AI) software provider for engineering teams. The collaboration promises groundbreaking solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 battery suppliers, merging AI-driven innovation with decades of automotive engineering expertise.
The partners
Monolith
Monolith, headquartered in London, offers AI software trusted by leading engineering teams globally. Recognised by Gartner as a "Cool Vendor for AI in Automotive" and featured in Forbes, Monolith's tools allow engineers to accelerate product development while reducing costs and timelines.
Dr Richard Ahlfeld, CEO and Founder of Monolith said, "This partnership combines leaders in physical and AI-driven test and validation processes. The complementary tools and expertise of HORIBA MIRA and Monolith will accelerate battery development and cut testing in half for our joint clients using data-driven techniques."
HORIBA MIRA
Based in the UK, HORIBA MIRA is a global company in automotive engineering and testing. With nearly 80 years of expertise in designing and validating world-class vehicles, its MIRA Technology Park is a hub for innovation, enabling clients to develop and test automotive technologies in one location.
Together, these industry leaders aim to transform the future of automotive engineering through AI-powered innovation.
Pioneering data-driven battery development
The partnership leverages both companies' strengths to create a comprehensive system-level optimisation toolchain. It will streamline the development of sustainable transport through advanced data insights.
HORIBA MIRA aims to integrate Monolith's cutting-edge AI tools, including its Anomaly Detector (AD) and Next Test Recommender (NTR) algorithms, into its suite of data-driven solutions.
The integration is expected to reduce reliance on costly prototype vehicles, significantly cut development time, and enhance calibration processes for batteries and other powertrains.
As part of the agreement, Monolith gains access to HORIBA MIRA's in-house R&D battery test data, enabling the AI provider to refine its tools and scale its application across automotive projects.
Transforming automotive testing with AI
At the core of the collaboration is Monolith's no-code, machine-learning platform, which empowers engineering teams to harness valuable testing datasets for product development.
Using AI, Monolith analyses these datasets to make reliable predictions, enabling companies to optimise products without relying on time-consuming physical testing.
Key tools offered by Monolith include the Next Test Recommender, which identifies the most effective next steps in the testing process, and the Anomaly Detector. This industry-first feature enhances fault detection.
The AI innovations align seamlessly with HORIBA MIRA's existing digital twin technology, calibration optimisers, and real-world scenario generators. The blend of capabilities will enable clients to transition smoothly into virtual development—a growing demand in the automotive sector.
Guy Foulger, Engineering & Technology Director at HORIBA MIRA, highlighted:
"As global automotive companies move towards a stronger focus on virtual development, partnerships which enhance our physical and virtual engineering capability are key to supporting customers with the robust tools they need.
Working with Monolith, the leading machine-learning platform for engineering, HORIBA MIRA will bring almost 80 years of automotive engineering and test experience to enhance the development of sustainable transport solutions."
Driving toward a sustainable future
The collaboration represents a significant step forward in developing environmentally friendly transport solutions. By combining HORIBA MIRA's decades of experience with Monolith's AI-driven approach, the partnership aims to enhance efficiency across the automotive sector, reducing costs and environmental impact.
Monolith's track record of empowering engineering teams with intuitive AI tools positions it as a transformative force in automotive testing. Notable clients like Siemens and BMW have already benefited from its innovative solutions.
HORIBA MIRA's legacy of developing iconic vehicles continues to reinforce its leadership in automotive engineering.
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