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SmartCorners at SAMCON 2026

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We are pleased to share that SmartCorners was presented at the SAMCON Conference, held from 6 to 8 March 2026 in Daegu, Republic of Korea. The conference is a leading international platform dedicated to advancements in sensing, control, and optimization technologies.

A highlight of the event was the keynote presentation delivered by our project partner Prof. Valentin Ivanov from the Smart Vehicles Group at TU Ilmenau. In his talk, he demonstrated how the SmartCorners project is redefining energy management and power electronics architectures to support future-ready, smart, and sustainable energy systems.

Location: Daegu, Republic of Korea
Dates: 6 to 8 March 2026

Participation in SAMCON 2026 provided an excellent opportunity to present the project’s vision to an international audience and to engage with leading experts from both academia and industry. The event enabled valuable exchanges and opened the door to new collaborations that will support ongoing innovation in the field.

We look forward to continuing the discussions initiated at the conference and building strong partnerships within the global research and industrial community.

RTR Summary Report now available

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The RTR summary report is now available, presenting key developments and recent progress of the project.

SmartCorners was showcased in the joint discussion on “User-Centric Energy Optimised Electric Vehicles”, focusing on approaches to balance energy efficiency with user needs in next-generation EVs. The exchange addressed challenges related to software integration, thermal management complexity, and the role of user data in optimising vehicle performance.

A central theme was finding the right balance between comfort and energy efficiency, highlighting the importance of user-oriented design in achieving wider adoption of electric mobility.
The discussion also reinforced the relevance of these projects in supporting Europe’s transition towards zero-emission transport.

Access the full report, including the link to the recorded discussion here!

PS: You’ll find this specific session on p.28.

SmartCorners at SAE WCX 2026

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SmartCorners was pleased to present its latest project results at SAE WCX 2026, during the special session “Electric Vehicle Drivetrain and Chassis Dynamics and Control Application”, organized by @Valentin Ivanov from the @SmartVehiclesWorkingGroup @TUIlmenau. The paper created by the consortium was presented by @Eric Armengaud from @Armengaud Innovate GmbH.

The session brought together nine technical presentations from Europe, Asia, and North America, with contributors representing OEMs, Tier‑1 and Tier‑2 suppliers, and academia. It provided a valuable international forum for exchanging ideas and perspectives on the future development of electric vehicle powertrain and chassis systems.

The discussions highlighted several important trends shaping the evolution of electric and electrified vehicles:

  • Vehicle range, energy efficiency, and affordability remain top priorities for the successful adoption of electric mobility.
  • Innovation in electric vehicles extends beyond the e‑drive itself. Chassis components and their interaction with the electric drivetrain, enabled by advanced control strategies, represent a major innovation pathway.
  • Corner-based vehicle approaches generated lively discussions, underlining their strong potential to enable innovative and cost‑effective vehicle functionalities. At the same time, they imply significant changes in vehicle architecture to fully realize this potential.

The insightful exchanges during the session confirmed both the strong promise of smart e‑corner solutions and the necessity of architectural evolution to unlock their full benefits. These discussions reinforce the relevance of the SmartCorners approach in addressing future mobility challenges through integrated, user‑centred vehicle design.

E-VOLVE Cluster Newsletter 03|2026

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The March 2026 edition of the E‑VOLVE Cluster Newsletter is now available, presenting updates on cluster developments, ongoing project activities, key takeaways from recent events, and an overview of upcoming initiatives.

SmartCorners General Assembly in Erfurt, Germany

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The SmartCorners consortium convened for its General Assembly on 20–21 January 2026, hosted by TU Ilmenau in Erfurt, Germany. The meeting brought together project partners to review progress achieved to date, assess the status of ongoing activities, and coordinate efforts for the upcoming project phase.

The two-day assembly provided a structured forum for in-depth technical discussions, alignment on forthcoming milestones, and strategic planning across work packages. Particular emphasis was placed on ensuring coherence between research activities, development efforts, and implementation objectives.

A notable component of the meeting was the participation of the SmartCorners demonstrator, which contributed practical insights into system integration, validation approaches, and real-world deployment considerations. This exchange supported the alignment of technical developments with demonstrator requirements and overall project goals.

The General Assembly reinforced collaboration among consortium partners and established a clear roadmap for the next steps of the SmartCorners project. Further technical updates and insights will be shared in upcoming communications.

2Zero State Representative Group visits Politecnico di Torino

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Politecnico di Torino was pleased to welcome the 2Zero State Representative Group for a visit dedicated to ongoing Horizon Europe activities supporting the transition to zero-emission mobility. The meeting offered an opportunity to showcase Politecnico di Torino’s active role as a partner in three Horizon Europe projects EM-TECH, HighScape, and SmartCorners, and their contribution to the objectives of the 2Zero Partnership.
The visit fostered an open exchange on project progress, innovative technological and urban solutions, and the strong synergies emerging across the three initiatives. It also highlighted the importance of connecting European policy ambitions with concrete research and innovation actions, strengthening collaboration between institutional stakeholders and project partners working towards a more sustainable, zero-emission transport future.