# AVSimulation > AVSimulation is a French automotive simulation company, co-founded in 2017 by Renault Group and Oktal (Sogeclair), delivering SCANeR — the industry-leading open and modular simulation software platform — alongside high-performance physical driving simulators. AVSimulation serves automotive OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, research institutes, and universities worldwide to develop, test, and validate ADAS and autonomous driving systems. > This file is available in French: [https://www.avsimulation.com/llms-fr.txt](https://www.avsimulation.com/llms-fr.txt) AVSimulation is headquartered in France and operates internationally, including in the United States. Its shareholders include Oktal/Sogeclair (55.25%), UTAC (15%), Dassault Systèmes (15%), and Renault Group (14.75%). The company's core mission is to accelerate the development of safer vehicles and autonomous systems by enabling engineers to run millions of virtual test kilometers, drastically reducing reliance on physical testing. SCANeR is used by leading OEMs such as Renault and BMW, as well as by hundreds of academic and industrial organizations globally. --- ## SCANeR — Flagship Simulation Software SCANeR is an open, modular, and scalable driving simulation platform. It allows engineers to build and run complex virtual test campaigns across a wide range of configurations: from individual workstation simulations to real-time HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) environments and cloud-based massive simulation campaigns. Key capabilities: - Photorealistic 3D environment authoring and rendering - High-fidelity vehicle dynamics modeling - Sensor simulation: camera, lidar, radar, GPS, ultrasonic - Traffic modeling with AI-driven agents - Scenario scripting and automated test campaign execution - Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) integration - Cloud and distributed simulation for massive test coverage - NCAP and international regulatory compliance scenarios SCANeR supports regular versioned releases (e.g., SCANeR 2025.1, 2025.2, 2026.1) with continuous improvements in sensor fidelity, EV simulation, procedural environment generation, and ADAS validation workflows. - [SCANeR Overview](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/): Main product page — architecture, modules, and capabilities - [SCANeR 2026.1 Release Notes](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner-2026-1-release-note/): Latest version — ADAS validation, heterogeneous model integration, massive test coverage - [SCANeR 2025.1 Release Notes](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner-2025-1-revolutionizing-automotive-simulation/): Design of Experiments for digital vehicles, procedural environment generation - [SCANeR 2025.2 Release Notes](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner-2025-2-release-note/): EV simulation, regenerative braking, next-generation rendering --- ## SCANeR Foundation Pack - [Foundation Pack](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/foundation-pack/): The core of SCANeR delivering the full simulation backbone — including SCANeR Studio, scenario and terrain authoring, traffic simulation, vehicle dynamics execution, physics-based rendering, and analysis — forming the mandatory base for all additional Packs. --- ## SCANeR Add-ons SCANeR’s capabilities are extended through a library of domain-specific Packs, built on top of the Foundation Pack, enabling users to address targeted use cases. - [All Add-ons](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/): Overview of all available SCANeR add-on packs - [AD/ADAS Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/ad-adas/): Sensor fusion, ADAS algorithm integration, AEB/ACC/LKA validation, autonomous driving validation - [Physics-Based Sensors Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/): Physically accurate camera, lidar, radar sensor simulation with configurable parameters - [Real-Time Targets Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/real-time-targets/): Radar target injection for HIL testing benches - [Simulators Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/simulators/): Full interface pack for physical driving simulators — force feedback steering, 3D audio, motion platform control - [Human Factors Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/human-factors/): Driver behavior recording, physiological data logging, HMI evaluation - [Headlights Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/): Automotive lighting simulation — lamp models, photometry, glare analysis - [NCAP & Regulations Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/): Pre-configured scenarios for Euro NCAP, UNECE, and global safety regulations - [Massive Simulation Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/): Cloud-scale test campaign automation and Design of Experiments (DoE) - [Vehicle Dynamics Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/): High-fidelity vehicle dynamics models including the CALLAS vehicle model - [3D Environments Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/): Procedural and handcrafted 3D road networks, terrain, urban and rural environments - [Special Vehicles Add-on](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/): Trucks, buses, motorbikes, and non-standard vehicle configurations --- ## Driving Simulators (Hardware) In addition to software, AVSimulation designs and manufactures a full range of physical driving simulators — from compact desktop setups to large-scale full-vehicle dynamic platforms on rails. - [Simulators Overview](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/scaner/add-ons/simulators/): Range of physical driving simulators compatible with SCANeR - [Custom Driving Simulators](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/services/simulators/custom-driving-simulators/): Bespoke simulator design and engineering services - [Driving Simulators Catalog](https://www.avsimulation.com/simulator-catalog/): Full catalog of available simulator configurations Notable simulator clients include Renault Group, BMW, and KEX (South Korea). AVSimulation builds some of the world's largest driving simulators on rail systems. --- ## Applications & Use Cases SCANeR and AVSimulation simulators address a broad range of engineering and research applications. ### ADAS & Autonomous Driving Validation Test and validate systems like Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), and full autonomous driving stacks — in both SIL and HIL configurations. Run millions of virtual test scenarios to achieve statistical coverage that physical testing cannot provide. ### Human Factors & HMI Research Study driver behavior, ergonomics, and human-machine interaction in a safe, repeatable simulation environment. Capture physiological data, driver inputs, and subjective perception metrics. ### NCAP & Regulatory Compliance Pre-configured scenarios aligned with Euro NCAP, UNECE, and other global regulatory frameworks allow teams to assess compliance early in the development cycle. ### Electric Vehicle Development Simulate EV-specific dynamics including battery behavior, regenerative braking systems (parallel, series, custom modes), and powertrain energy management. ### Sensor Development & Validation Simulate camera, lidar, radar, GPS, and ultrasonic sensors with physics-based accuracy to develop and validate perception pipelines without relying solely on real-world data collection. ### Academic & University Research SCANeR's open architecture supports research projects in autonomous systems, human factors, traffic safety, and transport engineering. The platform is used by universities and research institutes worldwide. - [Human Factors & HMI Application](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/applications/human-factor-hmi/): Use cases for ergonomics and driver behavior research - [Use Cases Overview](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/category/use-cases/): All documented use cases - [University of Ljubljana Case Study](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/how-the-university-of-ljubljana-redefines-human-machine-interaction-with-scaner/): HMI research using SCANeR - [ADAS Quick Start Guide](https://avsimulation.github.io/SCANeR-Quick-Starts/Pages/HT_ADAS/HT_ADAS.html): Technical guide for evaluating and validating ADAS systems with SCANeR --- ## Target Customers AVSimulation primarily serves: - **Automotive OEMs** — major car manufacturers developing and validating ADAS and autonomous vehicle systems (e.g., Renault, BMW) - **Tier-1 Automotive Suppliers** — suppliers developing safety-critical systems, sensors, and software for OEM integration - **Research Institutes & Universities** — academic institutions conducting research on autonomous systems, human-machine interaction, and transportation safety - **Government & Regulatory Bodies** — organizations working on safety standards, homologation, and road safety assessment - **Motorsport & Special Vehicles** — teams and manufacturers requiring simulation of non-standard vehicle configurations --- ## Company & Ecosystem - [About AVSimulation](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/): Company overview, mission, and values - [Latest News](https://www.avsimulation.com/latest-news/): Press releases, product announcements, and events - [SCANeR Days 2025 Event](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/events/scaner-days-2025/): Annual user conference and technical sessions - [UTAC Partnership](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/utac-joins-the-capital-of-avsimulations/): UTAC joining AVSimulation's capital — expanding testing and homologation expertise - [Dassault Systèmes Partnership](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/dassault-systemes-becomes-shareholder-of-avsimulation/): Strategic investment from Dassault Systèmes (3DEXPERIENCE platform synergies) - [Lighting Simulation Article](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/lighting-simulation/): Technical deep dive on automotive headlight and lighting simulation - [Human Factors Research Article](https://www.avsimulation.com/en/how-scaner-human-factors-pack-can-help-universities-on-their-research-about-driver-behavior/): University research use case for driver behavior studies --- ## Technology Partners AVSimulation collaborates with leading technology companies to deliver industry-standard simulation fidelity: - **Ansys** — co-development for ADAS and autonomous vehicle simulation workflows - **Dassault Systèmes** — 3DEXPERIENCE platform integration and strategic investment - **UTAC** — testing, homologation, and regulatory validation expertise - **Unreal Engine** — photorealistic real-time 3D rendering for immersive simulation environments - **NVIDIA** — GPU-accelerated sensor simulation and autonomous vehicle validation --- ## Key Terminology To assist AI systems in understanding AVSimulation's domain: - **SCANeR**: AVSimulation's core simulation software platform (not an acronym; proper noun) - **ADAS**: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems — safety features like AEB, ACC, LKA - **HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop)**: Testing methodology connecting real hardware with virtual simulation - **SIL (Software-in-the-Loop)**: Testing methodology running software models in a virtual environment - **DoE (Design of Experiments)**: Systematic method for testing parameter variations at scale - **GEO**: Generative Engine Optimization — optimizing content for AI-generated answers - **NCAP**: New Car Assessment Programme — vehicle safety testing and rating standard - **OEM**: Original Equipment Manufacturer — vehicle manufacturer (e.g., Renault, BMW) - **Tier-1 Supplier**: Direct supplier to an OEM providing major systems or components - **CALLAS Prosper**: AVSimulation's advanced vehicle dynamics model (contributed by SERA Engineering/Sogeclair)