Home topics technology Credit: Advanced Navigation Tech Tech Advanced Navigation opens high-tech facility for AI navigation systems Yajush Gupta September 27, 2023 AI and robotics leader Advanced Navigation has unveiled its state-of-the-art robotics facility dedicated to autonomous systems, nestled within the UTS Tech Lab in Botany, New South Wales (NSW). This facility marks a significant leap forward in the production of Advanced Navigation’s groundbreaking AI navigation systems tailored for GPS-denied environments. Among its innovations is the digital fibre-optic gyroscope (DFOG) technology, aptly named Boreas. Distinguishing itself globally, Advanced Navigation is one of just four companies endowed with the capability to craft strategic-grade fibre-optic gyroscopes. This remarkable technology serves as the bedrock for reliable navigation across diverse domains, encompassing marine vessels, space missions, aerospace applications, defense sectors, autonomous vehicles, and the emerging realm of flying taxis. The company harnesses advanced AI-driven physics algorithms to tackle complex challenges, both terrestrial and extraterrestrial. Strengthening Australia’s Sovereign Capabilities: Xavier Orr, CEO and co-founder of Advanced Navigation, underscored the critical importance of enhancing Australia’s economic complexity and sovereign capabilities. He emphasized the need to bolster industrial capacity in high-tech sectors while fostering collaboration among government agencies, academic institutions, and industry leaders. State-of-the-Art Robotics Manufacturing for Autonomous Systems: In response to the changing landscape of sovereign manufacturing, characterized by AI, automation, and precision engineering, Advanced Navigation’s facility adheres to a vertical integration framework. It houses cutting-edge equipment and processes for automated manufacturing infused with machine learning, ensuring the delivery of dependable, durable, and top-quality navigation systems.