UFOnext™

UFOnext™ is engineered to meet the increasing speed requirements of modern ADAS validation, including NCAP protocols. With a top speed of up to 140 km/h, it enables reliable execution of high-speed scenarios that are not achievable with any other existing platform. This capability is essential as regulations continue to introduce higher test velocities and more complex interactions.

The platform combines high-speed capability with powerful acceleration and controlled deceleration, supported by an integrated regenerative braking system. This not only enables precise and repeatable performance for longitudinal scenarios but also improves overall energy efficiency by recovering energy. In addition, the return-to-start function at up to 50 km/h reduces turnaround time between test runs, further improving operational efficiency. By providing consistent performance at high speeds, UFOnext™ ensures repeatability and accuracy across test runs.

UFOnext™ is designed to minimize operational interruptions and streamline daily testing workflows. The integration of onboard charging and hot-swappable battery systems allows continuous operation with minimal downtime between test runs. With fast charging cycles and high battery capacity, the platform supports extended use throughout the day and reduces dependency on external charging infrastructure.

The modular system design with detachable ramps simplifies transport, setup, and maintenance. Integrated carry handles for ramps and crane handling points on the UFOnext™ core enable fast placement on the proving ground and efficient storage. 
This significantly reduces handling effort and setup time in day-to-day operations. 

UFOnext™ is built for robust, heavy-duty use and operates reliably in hot, cold, and rainy conditions, ensuring that testing can continue without interruption. This reliability is critical for organizations operating under tight development schedules and limited testing windows.

UFOnext^TM integrates advanced 4-wheel steering to support both low-speed maneuverability and high-speed stability. Through counter-phase steering, the platform achieves an exceptionally small turning radius of less than 4 meters, enabling precise positioning and maneuvering in confined areas.

At higher speeds, in-phase steering enhances stability, ensuring controlled and predictable behavior during dynamic maneuvers such as lane changes. This dual-mode steering system allows UFOnext^TM to adapt to a wide range of testing conditions. 

In addition, wheelbase emulation enables the simulation of different vehicle geometries, resulting in highly realistic turning behavior of the target. This improves the representativeness of test scenarios and increases the validity of results. Together, these capabilities ensure that both low-speed precision and high-speed dynamics are achieved within a single platform.

UFOnext^TM delivers high acceleration, enabling rapid speed build-up within significantly shorter distances. This directly reduces the track length required to reach target velocities, allowing high-speed scenarios to be executed even on space-constrained proving grounds. 

As testing demand increases and available track time remains limited, this capability becomes a key factor in improving overall throughput. Faster acceleration means more test runs can be completed within the same time window, maximizing the utilization of proving ground infrastructure. It also increases flexibility in test setup, allowing engineers to execute a wider range of scenarios without requiring extended track layouts.
Key advantages include:

• Reduced track length requirements for high-speed tests
• Increased number of test runs per day
• Improved flexibility in scenario design

By enabling efficient use of available space, UFOnext^TM helps organizations reduce operational constraints while maintaining high testing standards.

UFOnext™ is fully integrated into the TrackBase Suite, providing a seamless connection between hardware and software across the entire ADAS testing workflow. From scenario planning and execution to data analysis and reporting, TrackBase ensures a structured and consistent process. TrackBase Control™ enables precise scenario setup and execution, while TrackBase Connect™ synchronizes all systems on the proving ground for coordinated operation. TrackBase Analyze™ automatically monitors the health status of UFOnext™ and evaluates test performance, allowing early detection of issues and reducing manual intervention. 

This integration improves repeatability, minimizes human error, and supports data-driven decision-making. By combining high-performance hardware with an intelligent software ecosystem, UFOnext™ enables more efficient, reliable, and scalable ADAS validation.