Imagine trying to run a modern app on a computer where the brain is made in Europe, but the instructions are written for American chips. This project builds the translation layer and the operating system so everything works smoothly. It's like creating a universal remote that lets European hardware and software talk to each other perfectly.
European companies rely on US-driven cloud ecosystems, leading to technology dependencies, security risks, and a lack of flexibility for custom hardware/software needs.
An open-source software stack including operating systems, compilers, runtimes, and system software designed for the EU Processor Initiative (EPI) hardware.
If you are a software developer dealing with high-performance computing needs for self-driving cars — this project developed a software stack that allows your code to run on European processors. This reduces dependency on overseas technology and improves data privacy.
If you are a data firm dealing with strict security requirements for space exploration — this project developed system software and runtimes that harness European hardware security. This ensures your critical infrastructure remains sovereign and secure.
If you are a provider dealing with the dominance of US-based cloud ecosystems — this project developed open-source software prototypes that enable seamless migration to EU-made chips. This allows you to offer competitive, energy-efficient cloud services to local customers.
Based on available project data, AERO will open-source all enabling technologies and release software prototypes, suggesting a model based on open-source availability rather than a direct purchase price.
The project aims to develop components to a high TRL level and will pilot the technologies using use cases from the automotive and space exploration domains to demonstrate business value.
The project explicitly states that it will open-source all enabling technologies to accelerate the adoption of the EU cloud.
AERO provides well-established interfaces and a software stack ranging from operating systems to compilers to ensure customers can migrate seamlessly without compromising performance or SLAs.
The project period runs from 2023-01-01 to 2026-06-30, with prototypes being released to facilitate early adoption.
The consortium is heavily industry-weighted with a 67% industry ratio, comprising 10 companies (including 6 SMEs) and 5 academic/research partners across 8 countries. This strong industrial presence suggests the project is driven by commercial viability and practical application rather than pure theoretical research.
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