Europe's pioneer for cyber-physical systems and the circular economy

Cynergy4MIE is a European research and innovation project that brings together industry and science to shape the future of mobility, infrastructure and energy systems. Over a period of three years, more than 40 partners from across Europe are working together to lay the technological foundations for a circular and sustainable economy. The project addresses one of the key challenges of our time: how can we ensure the safe, efficient and reliable use of resources in networked ecosystems?

Cynergy4MIE Project

Synergies for mobility, infrastructure and energy

Cynergy4MIE is a European research and innovation project that brings together industry and science to shape the future of mobility, infrastructure and energy systems. Over a period of three years, more than 40 partners from across Europe are working to lay the foundations for a circular and sustainable economy. 

The focus is on synergistic cyber-physical systems – intelligent combinations of sensor technology, embedded electronics and AI methods. These technologies enable the efficient transfer of software and electronics across system boundaries, accelerate innovation, shorten development times and reduce costs.

Particular attention is being paid to applications such as electromobility and energy storage, where shared tools and software-driven approaches strengthen international competition. The aim is to secure, Europe's technological sovereignty and competitiveness, while ensuring that resources are used safely, efficiently and reliably.

The role of Fraunhofer EMFT

Fraunhofer EMFT contributes its expertise in the field of sensor systems, which are enhanced by machine learning. Our main focus is on developing a predictive real-time traction estimation system for road vehicles.

• By using advanced optical sensor technologies, the system can detect interactions between the road and tyres in detail.
• In combination with machine learning models, it enables early detection of critical driving situations such as loss of grip on wet or icy roads.
• This improves the safety and stability of the vehicle and creates an important building block for future automated driving functions.

Our institute supports this work with its state-of-the-art laboratories for microelectronics and optics, rapid prototyping facilities and a high-performance computing infrastructure for AI development.

Collaboration with strong partners

Fraunhofer EMFT's contribution is closely linked to the work of several important partners in Cynergy4MIE:

• The project coordinator, a leading international engineering firm, is driving forward the overall integration of use cases at vehicle level and ensuring that all innovations can be demonstrated under realistic conditions.
• A specialised software company for the automotive industry contributes expertise in secure and reliable real-time systems, which are essential for integrating sensor data into next-generation vehicle architectures.
• A pioneer in sensor technologies for road infrastructure provides unique optical and lidar-based solutions that complement Fraunhofer's approach to traction estimation and enable more comprehensive situation recognition.
• In addition, renowned European universities and research institutes contribute in-depth expertise in the fields of electronics, embedded systems and AI algorithms.

Together, these collaborations create a powerful ecosystem that combines component technology, software and complete vehicle demonstrators.

Added value for industry and society 

By focusing on safety, sustainability and digital integration, Cynergy4MIE creates tangible added value for European industry and society:

• Safer mobility through predictive traction and collision avoidance systems.
• Smarter infrastructure that interacts with vehicles and energy systems.
• Accelerated transition to electrified and intelligent mobility.
• Stronger European leadership in semiconductor, sensor and AI technologies.

Fraunhofer's role ensures that advanced sensor intelligence becomes a key factor in this vision by providing reliable, human-centred technologies that can be used in various areas.

The Cynergy4MIE project is funded by the European Union under the Chips Joint Undertaking with support from national authorities (Agreement No. 101140226).