Created only two years ago, Software République is staging the world premiere of a collaborative concept at the Viva Technology 2023 exhibition. It incorporates functional and innovative technologies which illustrate its human-centred visions of the mobility of the future. Its name is H1st vision (Human First vision).

It's a revolution in mobility, bringing together 20 concrete, operational innovations.

This physical vehicle doubles up as a virtual replica, a virtual twin in a digital universe where systems that are currently independent (infrastructure, energy, public services, users of different categories) communicate. This makes it possible to model, visualise and simulate the different use cases that could arise in the real world. Thanks to its interconnection with its environment, H1st vision is in constant dialogue with digital and physical ecosystems. A true experience beyond automotive mobility, H1st vision is not just a concept car: it is a tangible vision of tomorrow's mobility experience.

The 20 innovations in this technology demonstrator are centred on people. They are all operational: they take care of the driver, their passengers and other road users.

H1st vision for example features:

• all-new and secure biometric access control
• a one-of-a-kind sound experience inside
• optimised vehicle range and charging
• a driver and vehicle health monitor and assistant
• predictive alerts to protect occupants and other people on the road, using predictive alerts

H1st vision is packed with the expertise of Software République’s members, which are all major players, and promising startups selected for their unique contributions. It was developed by a team of 100 people in a record six months. With this functional virtual and real concept, Software République is demonstrating the relevance of the open innovation model for incubating true industrial projects that are helping to make Europe a prominent hub for the mobility of the future.

"The H1st vision concept car is a connected, physical and virtual object that demonstrates both a robust method for collaboration between the partners and how the technologies of Dassault Systèmes, Orange, ST Microelectronics, Renault Group and Thales complement each other to build the mobility of the future". Eric Feunteun, Chief Operating Officer, Software République

20 on-board innovations

The H1st vision concept brings together groundbreaking mobility technology centred on occupant safety and well-being as well as the environment.

When you approach the vehicle, postural then facial recognition software kicks in to allow access to the passenger compartment then enable ignition. An avatar projected onto the window then on the centre console welcomes the user and assists them with all the available features. The immersive audio system designed with Jean-Michel Jarre envelops users in a cocoon, and its combination with an innovative microphone spatialises sound emission and reception in each seat. H1st vision also has an in-car payment interface and a smart parking assistant. To make mobility sustainable, silicon carbide parts are used in the critical systems powering electric vehicles and in the charging stations, significantly increasing efficiency. Powerbox charging stations work both ways (V2G, Vehicle to Grid), so the car can also support the grid or help power your home during consumption spikes. An array of physical and virtual sensors watch over the health of the occupants and, in the event of an incident, H1st vision can place a mobile or satellite call to emergency services. The state of wear of key vehicle components such as the battery or tyres is also monitored. H1st vision can even generate its own health certificate. The virtual twin in a digital city shows the car’s extended connection to its environment (city 4.0, other people using the road, other infrastructure, etc.) to spot potential hazards, keep people safe if they are vulnerable and optimise rescue vehicle traffic flows.

The H1st vision method by Software République

After two years of cooperation between the six founding members (Atos, Dassault Systèmes, Orange, Renault Group, STMicroelectronics and Thales), the robust governance put in place, together with a detailed understanding of each partner's technologies, have made it possible to implement 20 technologies in a unique concept in record time (six months).

It is unique in that it brings together the technologies of the founding members and other players, including seven startups and partners : Arkamys, Compredict, Epicnpoc, Eyelights, Kardome, Stern Tech and JCDecaux.

The concept is also unique in that it combines a physical object with its digital twin, connected to both the object and its environment.