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Hosted by Grayson Brulte, SAE Tomorrow Today is a show about emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators, and strategists who make it all happen. As a trusted partner to mobility engineers for more than 110 years, SAE International provides unique and dynamic perspectives from innovative industry leaders on the challenges of tomorrow.
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163. Will SAE Level 3 Introduce Personally Owned AVs?
The consumer has spoken. We want to own our own autonomous vehicles.
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While we may not be at SAE Level 4 yet, our society is well on its way to an autonomous future with the introduction and adoption of personally owned SAE Level 3 AVs – all thanks to the Tesla effect.
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With AI data sets like the Tesla Dojo on the horizon, Grayson Brulte, Host of SAE Tomorrow Today, discusses the impact of SAE Level 3 and how the imminent adoption of personally owned autonomous vehicles is set to transform mobility as we know it.
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May 18, 2023
162. Cleaning Up the EV Battery Supply Chain
Demand for lithium-ion batteries is estimated to grow 500% in the next 10 years. With such an intense surge on the horizon, there is a need to ramp up the supply chain quickly and sustainably to support this growth.
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Enter Redwood Materials. Founded by JB Straubel, co-founder and former CTO of Tesla, Redwood is transforming the EV battery supply chain by producing anode copper foil and cathode active materials in the US at scale for the first time—and using an increasing amount of recycled content to build those components.
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Currently, EV battery materials move 50,000+ miles before they reach a battery cell factory. By offering large-scale sources of domestic anode and cathode materials produced from an increasing number of recycled batteries that directly go back to U.S. cell manufacturers, Redwood is creating a closed-loop, domestic supply chain for lithium-ion batteries.
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We sat down with Alexis Georgeson, VP Government Relations & Communications, to discuss Redwood Materials circular supply chain and how the company is recycling, refining, and remanufacturing battery materials for a clean energy future.
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May 11, 2023
161. Is the Rise of EVs the End of the Gas Tax?
With more and more consumers plugging in their cars instead of filling up their tanks, the gas tax is slowly eroding—just like many of our roads and bridges across the country. Less fuel tax means less money for repairing our decaying infrastructure, but Road Usage Charges (RUC) can change that.
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RUC — also referred to as a vehicle miles traveled (VMT) fee, a distance-based user fee (DBF), or a mileage-based user fee (MBUF) — charges motorists based on the number of miles they drive instead of the number of gallons of fuel they put into their vehicles. This evolution to a more usage-based model provides sustainability and fairness in paying for our roads and bridges as more and more consumers move to EVs.
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As a leading global engineering and professional services firm, WSP USA has led some of the largest and most successful RUC pilots in the country. These efforts have led to wider state consideration and enhanced regional interest in RUC as a viable future transportation funding source.
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For expert insight, we sat down with David S. Kim, SVP and Principal, National Transportation Policy and Multimodal Strategy for WSP USA, to discuss RUC and how more states are considering RUC funding as an option given the rise in EV ownership and impacts of inflation. He also share insight on transit agencies’ complicated and expensive efforts to transition bus fleets to zero emission.
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May 4, 2023
160. Taking Delivery to New Heights With Drones
Taking Delivery to New Heights With Drones
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It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s a drone! From doorstep delivery to aerial data collection, drones are quickly becoming a powerful force for good across businesses and communities.
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DroneUp is leading this charge, accelerating from a small start-up to a global leader after receiving a significant investment from the #1 retailer in the world, Walmart, to deliver COVID tests during the pandemic. This partnership continued and became the impetus for the company to move beyond aerial data collection and into delivery services.
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Today, DroneUp provides a last-mile delivery system for swift local deliveries, as well as critical infrastructure inspections and airspace management solutions. With a culture that prioritizes safety over revenue, DroneUp partners closely with the FAA and collaborates on the overall development and adoption of drone-related standards.
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For insight, we sat down with Founder & CEO and former U.S. Naval Officer, Tom Walker, to discuss how DroneUp is scaling drone innovation to benefit both businesses and communities.
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Apr 27, 2023
159. UNPLUGGED: The Future of Autonomy is Consumer Experiences
Imagine flying into Milan, Italy, and being greeted by an autonomous vehicle that secures tickets to see Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper and provides a visual history of the artwork on your drive to the monastery of Santa Maria delle Grazie. This type of priceless experience is the future of autonomy.
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With leisure and travel spending up in recent months, Grayson Brulte, Host of SAE Tomorrow Today, discusses the growing importance of the consumer experience and the role that AI and autonomous vehicles will play in this new landscape.
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Apr 20, 2023
158. Saving Lives With Driver Monitoring Systems
As the automotive industry moves toward SAE Level 2 and Level 3 autonomy, monitoring driver distraction and encouraging safer driving behaviors is crucial. Driver monitoring systems (DMS) can be lifesaving—and they are increasingly being required by law in many countries around the world.
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Cipia is leading this charge with DMS solutions that employ advanced computer vision and AI to monitor the driver’s state in real time. Driver Sense detects signs of drowsiness, distraction, seatbelt, holding a phone while driving and more, enabling carmakers to provide lifesaving alerts to the driver.
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To learn more about this life-saving technology, we sat down with Tal Krzypow, Vice President of Product, to discuss Cipia’s advanced computer vision and AI capabilities, in-cabin monitoring and video telematics, and the overall state of DMS technology in markets around the world.
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Apr 13, 2023
157. Partnerships Bring AV Accessibility to Rural Areas
Born out of call to “accessibility for all”, the goMARTI initiative in Grand Rapids, MN, provides safe, wheelchair accessible mobility for residents, while also collecting valuable data to inform AV operation in rural, winter conditions. Covering nearly 17 square miles and including approximately 70 pickup and drop off points, goMARTI also offers features such as audio cues for passengers who are visually impaired.
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As the first ADA-compliant autonomous shuttle service, goMARTI is a testament to the ability of community members, businesses, government, and technology working together to develop an accessible transportation solution for those in need.
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To learn how this inspiring initiative became reality, we sat down with Myrna Peterson, Founder & Co-Chair of MobilityMania, and Tammy Meehan Russell, President & Chief Catalyst, The PLUM Catalyst. It’s a powerful story that underscores the importance of community and technology coming together to improve quality of life.
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Apr 6, 2023
156. First ADA-Compliant AVs Increase Accessibility
When the public and private sector unite, society benefits. And there’s no better example than a pilot program taking place in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.
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The first rural transit program with accessible AVs, goMARTI enables residents and visitors to take advantage of free, on-demand rides thanks to a unique partnership between May Mobility and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). The program provides safe, accessible mobility for residents, especially those with transportation challenges, while also taking in valuable data used to inform AV operations in rural, winter conditions.
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With a fleet of five AVs, including three with ADA-compliant wheelchair accessibility, goMARTI marks the first commercial launch of the Toyota Sienna Autono-MaaS (S-AM) developed by May Mobility. Covering nearly 17 square miles and including approximately 70 pickup and drop off points, goMARTI also offers accessible features such as audio cues for passengers who are visually impaired.
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To learn more about the goMARTI program, we sat down with Kathy Winter, Chief Operations Officer, May Mobility, and Thomas Johnson-Kaiser, CAV-X Engagement and Project Manager, MnDOT, to discuss how their successful public-private partnership is prioritizing accessibility and equity to better serve the Grand Rapids community and beyond.
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Mar 30, 2023
155. UNPLUGGED: Market Consolidation in the AV Space
As Bob Dylan said, “the times, they are a-changin’.”
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With the recent fall of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and the potential bank consolidation that could follow, one is left wondering: could market consolidation come for the autonomous vehicle space like so many industries before?
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Using recent headlines and market knowledge as his guide, Grayson Brulte, Host of SAE Tomorrow Today, seeks to answer this question while discussing the driving forces of market consolidation on the future of mobility.
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Mar 23, 2023
154. $8 Billion in Funding for Clean Vehicle Innovation
Big ideas need proper funding. The U.S. Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office (LPO) is helping companies with clean energy innovations get to the next stage of commercialization.
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By providing access to debt capital and custom financing, the LPO finances first-of-a-kind projects and other high-impact energy-related ventures. Since 2009, the LPO has issued more than $35 billion of loans and loan guarantees for more 30 energy infrastructure projects in the United States.
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Under the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program (ATVM), the LPO provides loans to support the manufacture of eligible vehicles and qualifying components. To date, the program has loaned $8 billion for projects that have supported the production of more than 4 million advanced technology vehicles. Participants include Tesla, Ford, and Nissan, among others. The LPO is also helping onshore and reshore EV supply chains and manufacturing, as well as supporting energy storage.
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To learn more about this program, we sat down with Jigar Shah, Director, Loan Programs Office, U.S. Department of Energy, to discuss how the LPO is transforming existing energy infrastructure, reviving nuclear construction, accelerating growth of utility-scale solar and wind, and of course, expanding domestic adoption of EVs.
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Mar 16, 2023
153. Calculating the Risk of New Mobility
Have you ever wondered if AVs and EVs are covered differently than traditional vehicles? What about rideshare services like Uber? Can the data from an intelligent vehicle be used in court? As mobility advances, so too must our understanding of coverage and protection in a shifting landscape.
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To understand the risk factors associated with new mobility, we sat down with Edward Walker, Vice President & Shared Economy Practice Leader at HUB International Insurance Services. Edward shares his insight on multi-state exposure in rideshare services, the risk perspectives of AVs and EVs, privacy concerns around telematics in vehicles, and much more.
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Since 2017, Edward has built a book of business that serves gig economy and on-demand service-based clients throughout the United States and abroad. Whether it’s the state of the gig economy or the AV and EV market, this conversation touches on a wide variety of factors impacting insurance coverage in a changing world.
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Mar 9, 2023
152. One Step Closer to L4 AV Trucking
The most polite driver on the road might soon be an L4 AV truck.
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Torc Robotics is the first company developing the technology to commercialize fully autonomous semi-trucks in the U.S. for long-haul applications. By running extensive simulations with the best and most experienced truck drivers in the world, Torc’s self-driving vehicle software and integration solution is expected to achieve L4 automation by the end of this decade.
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As an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck, the Torc system uses an approach called See-Think-Act to calculate the optimal driving decision. By employing veteran truck drivers to reinforce their technology with real world know-how, Torc is truly making the road a safer place.
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We sat down with Tim Zuercher, VP Engineering – Autonomy at Torc, to discuss the company’s mission to reduce highway deaths, enable critical supplies, and help the transportation industry increase fuel economy, uptime, and capacity.
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Mar 2, 2023
151. Unlocking Another Dimension with Depthsensing Technology
Machines that see and understand the world around them? It’s possible with depthsensing technology that maps surroundings, objects, and people more reliably and in more detail than ever before.
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Leading this charge is Sony Depthsensing Solutions whose Time-of-Flight (ToF) technology give machines the ability to see accurately in real-time in 3D by establishing the distance between the camera and multiple points on the subject surface. From mobile phones to smart homes to industrial robots, the possibilities for this technology are expanding into everyday life.
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From an automotive perspective, Sony’s vision for car safety integrates advanced imaging and sensing technologies (RADAR, LiDAR and Camera) to deliver a 360 degree “safety cocoon” for faster responses to potential dangers and obstacles on the road. Gesture control and in-cabin monitoring help drivers stay focused on the road and can differentiate between people and objects in the car.
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Feb 23, 2023
150. UNPLUGGED: How Do Partnerships Advance Mobility?
From AVs to EVs, the future of mobility is not a go-it-alone journey. To get ahead, more and more companies are realizing the advantages to establishing complementary partnerships.
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Given current market conditions, M&A activity is anticipated to heat up and new partnerships will likely be formed, alongside new alliances. But why do some partnerships fail and others succeed? Ultimately, it’s about trust and a shared vision based on market realities.
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Using history as his guide, Grayson Brulte, Host of SAE Tomorrow Today, provides real-life examples and discusses the importance of partnerships in advancing the future of mobility.
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Feb 16, 2023
149. Improved EV Charging Meets a More Equitable Workforce
Planning a road trip in your EV? You may be worried about charging station reliability. But one company is boosting EV charging uptime, improving consumer confidence, and advancing economic mobility.
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ChargerHelp! is a technology company committed to preparing workers from all backgrounds to diagnose and repair the wide range of unique EV charging technologies on the market today through their scalable safety and training curriculum. The company recently partnered with SAE to develop standards around an EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) technician certification program that helps underutilized, high-performing professionals overcome the skills gap. This partnership was highlighted in a recent press release from the White House on new standards and progress for a made-in-America national network of EV chargers.
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We sat down with founders Kameale C. Terry, Chief Executive Officer, and Evette Ellis, Chief Workforce Officer, and Frank Menchaca, President, SAE Sustainable Mobility…
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Feb 9, 2023
148. Michigan: The New Epicenter of Aerospace
As the birthplace of the automotive industry and the home of several aviation firsts, Michigan offers unique advantages to the rapidly expanding space economy.
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To make the most of this opportunity, the Michigan Aerospace Manufacturers Association (MAMA) has convened three public-private partnerships: the Michigan Launch Initiative, Space-Enabled Communications for Advanced Mobility, and the Mid-America Hypersonic Suborbital Test Range. These programs provide a collaborative platform for public-private partners to support satellite launch capabilities, test commercial and national security applications, and expand 5G connectivity, among other opportunities.
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We sat down with Gavin P. Brown, Executive Director, MAMA, to discuss these exciting initiatives and learn how the organization is positioning Michigan as a leader in all phases of aerospace manufacturing—from tool and die all the way through final assembly—by leaning on the state’s rich automotive and aviation history.
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Feb 2, 2023
147. Sustainable Rubber Hits the Road
When the rubber hits the road, one tire company stands out among the rest. From raw material traceability to supply chain transparency, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is not only helping to do what’s good for business, but what’s good for the planet.
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Driven by an ambitious sustainability strategy, Goodyear has set goals to develop a tire made of 100% sustainable materials by 2030 and using only renewable energy in its manufacturing facilities and operations by 2040. The company is even working to develop a domestic source of natural rubber from a specific species of dandelion in collaboration with the Department of Defense, the Air Force Research Lab, BioMADE and Farmed Materials.
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To learn more about Goodyear’s impressive sustainability journey, we sat down with Ellis Jones, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer. He discusses the company’s uniquely strong culture, the importance of working collaboratively with small farms, and the development of new sustaina…
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Jan 26, 2023
146. UNPLUGGED: What’s Hindering the Future of AVs and EVs?
The success of future mobility solutions is defined by one thing: convenience.
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In our first “unplugged” edition, Grayson Brulte, Host of SAE Tomorrow Today, shares his candid take on what’s holding us back from a future that’s both electric and autonomous—and what can be done to change it.
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From his experiences traveling to Disney World in an EV to visiting the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Grayson breaks down the importance of building a reliable infrastructure and creating a consumer experience that’s both scalable and practical.
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Jan 19, 2023
145. Making Life Easier With Autonomous Delivery
Picture this: An eco-friendly, zero-occupant AV that delivers items like groceries and prescriptions to your doorstep—all while prioritizing the safety of others. Leading AV company Nuro is doing just that.
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By transforming local commerce with goods-focused AV delivery solutions, Nuro is saving consumers valuable time while striving to make streets safer and cities more livable. The hardware, software, and behavior of Nuro’s custom autonomous delivery vehicles are designed to prioritize the safety, even earning the company a first-of-its-kind autonomous vehicle exemption from the US Dept of Transportation (DOT) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as well as the first commercial deployment permit in the state of California.
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From delivering packages for FedEx, pizza from Domino’s, and groceries from Kroger, Nuro’s integrated partnerships are a huge piece of its growth strategy. The company has also signed a 10-year partnership with Uber and piloted auton…
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Jan 12, 2023
144. Financial Twists & Turns of the AV Market
From market consolidation to economic downturns, the mobility industry is facing many twists and turns.
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When it comes to the AV market, there’s a lot to unpack. From strategy to capital flow to the media’s impact on potential investments, the financial state of the public and private AV market—and what the future holds for autonomy—is top of mind for stakeholders and consumers.
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For insight into these trends, we sat down with Mark Gottfredson, Partner at Bain & Company, a leading global consultancy firm. As a 30-year Bain veteran and co-head of the Americas Automotive & Mobility practice, Mark discusses the perception of the AV industry, investor confidence in the sector, the impact of inflation, and what happens if we go into a recession.
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Jan 5, 2023
143. The Problem(s) with Replacing Fossil Fuels
From geopolitical pressures to the shunning of fossil fuels, there is no question the current state of energy in the US and globally is a mess. One possible answer? An “all of the above” approach.
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For candid insight into this topic, we sat down with Mark P. Mills, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and a faculty fellow at Northwestern University’s McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science. Mark served in the White House Science Office under President Reagan and subsequently provided science and technology policy counsel to a variety of private-sector firms, the Department of Energy, and U.S. research laboratories. He began his career as an experimental physicist and development engineer in microprocessors and fiber optics.
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As part of this wide-ranging discussion, Mark shares his views on the need for hydrocarbon, the instability of the grid, energy’s relationship to inflation, the US dependance on China, and why there should be a holistic approach to the wor…
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Dec 29, 2022
142. Building Safer AVs with ISA and HD Map Technology
More than 35 years ago, HERE Technologies created the first digital map. Today, they are the world's leading location platform company with a global footprint across 52 countries.
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The HERE HD Live Map recently launched on the BMW 7 Series in the US and Canada helps the vehicle reach SAE Level 2+ (ADAS) at 80 mph. This means the car can be driven hands-free on interstates and highways. The only condition is that drivers must stay focused and be ready to take control if necessary.
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Last summer, Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) became mandatory in new vehicles in the EU thus requiring the legal speed limit to be visible to drivers at all times. In response, the HERE ISA Map provides accurate speed limit information by informing drivers of the speed limits on the roads they are driving, warning them if they are exceeding the speed limit, and can even be programmed to prevent them from going over the speed limit.
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We sat down with Philip Hubertus, Director of Product Management, Drive…
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Dec 22, 2022
141. Climate Neutral Flying with an Aerospace Leader
Bringing zero-emission commercial aircraft to market by 2035? That’s just the beginning for one global aerospace pioneer.
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Airbus has long designed, manufactured and delivered products and services for the commercial aircraft, helicopter, defense and space sectors. While the company is renowned for its exceptional aerospace solutions, they are also at the forefront of decarbonization and sustainable aviation.
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Today, Airbus aircraft can operate on a 50% blend of sustainable biofuel made up of food and animal byproducts (think: leftover French fry grease). By 2030, that percentage will rise to 100%. Not only is Airbus promoting the use of sustainable biofuel in aviation, but they plan to move beyond biofuel with the creation of synthetic fuels that don’t include petroleum, animal, food or agricultural byproducts.
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While the move away from traditional fuel sources will take time, Airbus is dedicated to supporting the aviation industry and the world through decarbonization standard…
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Dec 15, 2022
140. Simulation Tool Chain for AVs Achieves SAE Level 3
The race is on to develop an autonomous vehicle (AV) that is safer than a human driver—and one automaker is coming closer.
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By joining forces with Ansys, the global leader in engineering simulation, the BMW Group has developed the first-ever end-to-end tool chain specifically guided by safety principles to develop and validate ADAS and automated/autonomous driving functions.
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Through this collaboration, the BMW Group is leveraging Ansys' unique simulation capabilities to become one of the first automotive manufacturers to offer SAE Level 3 highly automated driving to consumers. The collaboration is key to quickly addressing advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and AV system reliability and significantly speed time to market.
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As shown in SAE J3016™, the transition from SAE Level 2 to Level 3 is significant. With state-of-the-art software solutions that are cloud-native, scalable, fit for massive data, open and extensible, the partnership between BMW and Ansys has resulted i…
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Dec 8, 2022
139. Autonomous Mining Critical to Global Demand for Minerals
With the exponential rise in EV adoption comes a surge in global demand for minerals like graphite, lithium, nickel and cobalt. To keep pace, more mines around the world are needed to get up and running quickly.
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Enter SafeAI, a company accelerating the world’s transition to autonomous mining and construction. By retrofitting heavy duty vehicles and site operations with autonomous technology, SafeAI enables safer, more productive, and more cost-efficient worksites.
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In terms of supporting the EV supply chain, SafeAI’s autonomously operating assets can significantly expedite the development of a mine, which typically takes up to 10 years. Enabled by autonomy, each vehicle can add approximately 1,000 additional hours of productivity per year.
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We sat down with Bibhrajit Halder, Founder & CEO of SafeAI, to discuss the global state of mining, the move to zero-emission vehicles, and the future of autonomous mining and construction in an era of massive industry adoption.
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Dec 1, 2022
138. How Smart Farming Can Feed a Growing Population
Autonomous technology is transforming industries—and farming is no exception.
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From food security to greater environmental awareness, there are many factors increasing the demand for enhanced productivity and efficiency in agriculture. Smart farming, defined as the modern use of information and communication technologies in agriculture, is one answer to these challenges.
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As we look to the future, smart farming will include the use of autonomous agricultural vehicles, including tractors and other machinery, to help farmers produce more food, more sustainably, from the same amount of land. To achieve this goal, farmers and researchers from around the world are developing standards and specifications using the latest autonomous technologies and infrastructure to make farming more holistic, sustainable, and efficient.
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We sat down with Johannes Lehmann, Head of Business Development, Smart Farming at the German Institute for Standardization (DIN), to discuss the autonomous agricultura…
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Nov 23, 2022
137. Powering the Space Economy in the Orbital Age
The Orbital Age is the next industrial revolution. As we begin this exciting phase of human history, Sierra Space, led by veteran NASA astronaut Dr. Janet L. Kavandi, is powering the space transportation system and its destination network to benefit life on earth.
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After 19 years at NASA, three Space Shuttle missions, and serving as both NASA's Deputy Chief of the Astronaut Office and Center Director at the NASA Glenn Research Center, Dr. Kavandi was inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame in 2019. She is now focused on ushering in the Orbital Age as President of Sierra Space.
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With a vision to build a platform in space to benefit life on Earth, Sierra Space has developed the Dream Chaser®, the first-ever winged commercial spaceplane contracted to fly cargo to the International Space Station beginning in 2023. The company is also developing Orbital Reef, the first commercially owned and operated space station and Life™ Habitat, an inflatable space structure with three floors of l…
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Nov 17, 2022
136. What Role Do Electric Utilities Have in the EV Space?
As demand for EVs grows, so too does the role of electric utilities.
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From powering the grid to ensuring the reliability of EV charging stations, the electric utility industry plays a pivotal role in accelerating EV adoption.
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For more than a century, Duquesne Light Company (DLC) has delivered electricity to more than 600,000 customers in the Pittsburgh region. Currently, there are more than 6,000 EVs in DLC’s service territory—and they expect that number to grow to more than 23,000 by the end of 2025.
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With this projected growth, DLC is not only providing reliable power, but EV information analysis and incentives like a Community Charging Program and Electric Fleet Advisory Service Program.
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We sat down with Sarah Olexsak, Senior Manager, Transportation Electrification, to discuss the role of electric utilities and how DLC is supporting EV adoption in Western Pennsylvania.
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Nov 10, 2022
135. A Quintessential Luxury Brand Goes All-Electric
The future of Cadillac is all-electric—and the future is here.
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With the launch of the Cadillac LYRIQ, the high-end brand relied on intensive market research and engineering brainpower to set a bold new course for luxury electric vehicle transportation. With premier technologies, high-performance features, and rapid-charging capability, the Cadillac LYRIQ is nearly identical to the concept vehicle—and priced around $60,000. The Ultium battery platform enables a near 50/50 weight distribution of the vehicle and a lower center of gravity for a sporty and responsive drive.
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We sat down with Bryan Stewart, Global Program Engineering Manager for the Cadillac LYRIQ, who has more than 23 years of experience as an engineer at General Motors. As one of his most rewarding assignments to date, Bryan shared the engineering inspiration behind the Cadillac LYRIQ’s stunning design and the importance of delivering a quintessential luxury vehicle experience that’s all-electric and distinctly…
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Nov 3, 2022
134. Transforming the Dashboard with Haptic Feedback
A dashboard free of traditional buttons? It’s just one way Nissan is redefining our interaction with cars through haptic feedback.
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In the new Ariya electric crossover, Nissan opted for a button-less dashboard over the ever-growing tablet-sized screen. Their goal is a clean and calming dashboard experience rather than a wide array of buttons and complicated menus. By creating a smooth, haptic feedback control panel with only the most important functions, consumers can focus on their main task: driving.
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So, how does haptic feedback work? The control panel in the Ariya reacts to touch, communicating through fingertip vibrations. To adjust settings like climate controls and drive modes, drivers interact with a familiar set of icons. However, because the points of interaction are felt and heard rather than seen, drivers can remain focused on the road ahead.
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We sat down with Adam Tacey, Senior Manager, Nissan Marketability and Testing at Nissan North America, to discuss the company…
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Oct 27, 2022
133. A Powerful Alliance in Electric Urban Air Mobility
A Powerful Alliance in Electric Urban Air Mobility
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What do you get when you combine the brainpower of aerospace leader Honeywell with leading automotive supplier DENSO? A powerhouse partnership that is shaping the future of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) with electric propulsion systems for aircraft.
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Driven by a shared vision of moving people and cargo in radically more efficient and sustainable ways, the Honeywell DENSO alliance brings together Honeywell’s 100 years of aerospace expertise and DENSO’s 30-plus years of electrification know-how.
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Recently, the partners announced that they are co-developing an electric motor (e-motor) for an all-electric jet with Lilium, the developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet. This proprietary, high-performance system brings exceptional performance and reliability with zero operating emissions typically associated with commercial jet engines.
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We sat down with Kenji Morikawa, Director, Electrified Systems Eng…
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Oct 20, 2022
132. How Will EV Batteries Impact the Grid?
From California banning the sale of new gasoline-powered cars by 2035 to the scarcity of raw materials and political pressures related to lithium refineries, the questions surrounding EV battery technology and electrification are complicated to say the least.
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For insight on these headline-grabbing topics, we sat down with Bob Galyen, Owner of Galyen Energy, LLC shortly after his keynote at The Battery Show in Novi, MI. As one of the top executives in the global battery storage community, Bob’s distinguished career includes roles as CTO of CATL (the world’s largest battery manufacturer), Chairman of SAE International Battery Standards Steering Committee, SAE Fellow, Chairman Emeritus and CTO of NAATbatt International.
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Tune into this episode for Bob’s unique perspective on how the global EV market will impact the electrical grid, the cost of battery materials, the intersection of geopolitics in lithium refining, and how these factors impact businesses and consumers.
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As we loo…
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Oct 13, 2022
131. Accelerating Innovation Across the Supply Chain
Trucking, logistics and technology. The intersection of these three critical segments is creating disruption—and opportunity—across the supply chain.
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Leading logistics and transportation company, Ryder, is capitalizing on recent advances in technology with the launch of RyderVentures, a venture capital fund focused on investing in startups with the potential to revolutionize the supply chain. By piloting new innovation, RyderVentures is forming strategic alliances and shaping the future of logistics.
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We sat down with Mike Plasencia, Group Director of New Product Strategy and Managing Director of RyderVentures, to discuss recent investments in Gatik and Baton (which was acquired by Ryder), the impact of autonomous vehicles, and tackling disruption across the supply chain.
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Oct 6, 2022
130. Electrified Roads Make Their Debut in Detroit
Stuck in traffic or cruising in the fast lane? Someday soon your EV could be charging wirelessly—whether your vehicle is in motion or sitting idle.
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As a first-of-its-kind program in the U.S., three companies—Electreon, NextEnergy and Jacobs—are working in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Transportation to pilot a wireless EV charging road system for public transit vehicles in Detroit.
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The project involves embedding Electreon’s unique copper coil technology just below the surface of the road—a process that can be deployed overnight. A kit attached to the vehicle receives the wireless energy (whether it’s in motion or idle) and transfers it to the vehicle battery. This ground-breaking pilot program aims to be operational by 2023 and will pave the way for electrified roads across the U.S.
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We sat down with Stefan Tongur, Vice President of Business Development at Electreon, Jim Saber, President & CEO at NextEnergy, and Brian Burkhard, Vice President and Global…
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Sep 29, 2022
129. Zero Emission Island Hopping with Seagliders
No airport security. 180 mph cruise speed. Zero emissions. This is the future of island hopping in coastal regions around the world made possible by a completely new mode of transportation: all-electric seagliders.
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As a pioneer in sustainable maritime mobility, REGENT recently achieved a revolutionary first in aviation for foil-to-wing take-off. We sat down with Billy Thalheimer, Co-Founder and CEO, REGENT, for an exclusive interview on his company’s ground-breaking Wing-in-Ground Effect (WIG) technology. He explains how seagliders are essentially two vessels in one—a hydrofoil ferry in the harbor that can take off onto its wings. Staying within about a wingspan of the water, seagliders can service routes up to 180 miles with existing technology, and 500 miles with upgradeable batteries.
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Backed by some of the world’s premier investors, including Mark Cuban, REGENT is transforming regional air travel, decarbonizing maritime, and pioneering the first successful foil-to-wing fl…
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Sep 22, 2022
128. Additive Manufacturing on Earth and Beyond
From industrial to medical to space, laser additive manufacturing and 3-D printing has the potential to transform production across nearly every sector.
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With almost one hundred years in business and nearly half a century in laser technology, TRUMPF has long been known as the gold-standard in advanced manufacturing solutions that now include additive manufacturing and 3-D printing. The company’s advancements in production technology span space exploration, medical devices, and Smart Factory development.
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We sat down with Eliana Fu, Industry Manager for Aerospace & Medical at TRUMPF North America, to discuss how the company is transforming manufacturing processes for the better, both on earth and beyond. From assembling vehicles in space to manufacturing medical devices closer to the point of care to paving the way for the Smart Factory, TRUMPF is building the industrial world of tomorrow.
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As we look to the future, the evolution of standards related to additive manufacturing will…
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Sep 15, 2022
127. Shaping a New Era of Intelligent Parking
Reducing the hassle of parking with technology. That’s the mission of Parkopedia, a global leader in digital parking services.
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Using real-time and prediction-based parking space information, Parkopedia has mapped over 90 million off- and on-street parking spaces across 90 countries. Their technology helps drivers find parking quickly and conveniently, including EV charging spaces. With the ability to instantly book and pay in one seamless transaction, world-class companies from Audi to Volkswagen are offering the technology within their connected services.
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We sat down with Dr. Brian Holt, Chief Technology Officer, to discuss Parkopedia’s data collection and indoor mapping technology, their “park and charge” EV initiative, and future plans to scale the company. One day, your car may even drop you off and park itself!
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Sep 8, 2022
126. Transforming EV Batteries with Solid-State Energy
Driving from LA to San Francisco on a single fast charge? Yes, please.
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QuantumScape is accelerating EV adoption with solid-state battery technology that significantly speeds charging time, making it one step closer to time spent at the gas pump.
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As the industry’s first anode-free cell design, QuantumScape delivers a flexible platform designed to pair with a variety of cathode chemistries. This game-changing battery cell technology can store energy more efficiently and reliably than today’s lithium-ion batteries. Not only does this speed charging time, but it also enables longer range, enhances safety, and provides the flexibility to benefit from future cathode chemistry advancements.
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We sat down with Will Hudson, Vice President of Product, to discuss QuantumScape’s ground-breaking solid-state technology, the importance of a responsible supply chain, and how solid-state batteries are bringing us closer to a low-carbon future.
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Sep 1, 2022
125. Conversational AI in the Passenger's Seat
Since the invention of the automobile, people have had an emotional connection to their driving experience. Cerence is capitalizing on that connection by bringing the consumer’s digital life into the car, enabling intuitive and powerful interactions between the driver and their vehicle.
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Cerence Co-Pilot is a first-of-its kind, multi-modal driving experience that transforms the automotive voice assistant into a proactive, AI-powered companion. It analyzes voice, gaze, gesture, and touch to understand complex situations both inside and outside the vehicle. This new level of intelligence not only enhances comfort and convenience, but also improves safety.
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Cerence recently partnered with Mercedes-Benz in Germany to introduce Cerence Look, a revolutionary product that enables drivers and passengers to interact with points of interest outside the car.
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As Senior Vice President and General Manager of Core Products, Dr. Ir. Christophe Couvreur is responsible for Cerence’s product man…
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Aug 25, 2022
124. Fueling Flight with Hydrogen Technology
Zero emission aviation is the future—and Hydroplane is paving the way with affordable hydrogen fuel cell powerplant technology.
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Founded by former NASA engineer Dr. Anita Sengupta, Hydroplane is focused on decarbonizing aviation for regional aircraft travel. As the winner of two U.S. Air Force Agility Prime contracts, Hydroplane’s team of space program-trained engineers have developed a drop-in hydrogen fuel cell powerplant solution designed to replace existing combustion powerplants in single engine and urban air mobility platforms. The result is lower cost and a significant improvement in range, endurance, and payload over battery power. Applications for this technology include flight training, commercial transportation, air taxi, cargo transportation, humanitarian aid, and government support.
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As a minority woman small business owner, Anita feels a personal responsibility to share her growth journey, from working for the space program to moving into entrepreneurialism. She ser…
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Aug 18, 2022
123. Innovating with the Planet in Mind
Replenishing the environment for future generations through the power of collaboration. This is the belief that drives sustainability practices at Toyota Motor North America.
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From recycling water to improving biodiversity, Toyota is balancing a passion for performance with a love for the planet. Leading this charge is 30-year company veteran in sustainability practices, Kevin Butt, Senior Director of Environmental Sustainability.
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With full responsibility for Toyota Motor’s North American Environmental Action Plan, Kevin is passionate about educating team members and sharing the company’s environmental know-how with suppliers, partners, communities, and even competitors. As evidence of the company’s superior commitment to sustainability, Toyota’s North American manufacturing facilities totaled 713.8 million pounds of waste in 2020—and they recycled, reused or composted 93.2% of it.
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We sat down with Kevin to discuss environmental strategy, including the importance of wate…
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Aug 11, 2022
122. Consumer Connections Will Define the Future
Ford Next is strengthening connections to consumers and defining the future of mobility. By integrating skill sets in consumer electronics, safety, regulation and public policy, it is expanding the Ford Motor Company outside of traditional automotive engineering to address the full spectrum of future mobility needs. It's Ford’s equivalent of going to the moon.
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Brought to life in late 2021, Ford Next is focused on accelerating the development of autonomous vehicles, prioritizing mobility services, and acting as a startup incubator. With Chet Dhruna, Head of Strategy & Business Planning, and Kristin Welch, Strategy & Operations, Ford Next is wasting no time exploring, seeding and scaling new technologies.
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Among its many future-focused initiatives, Ford Next has entered into a new venture with ADT called Canopy to outfit vehicles with high-tech security systems to help reduce burglary and theft. The team has also invested in Cavnue, the leading developer of roadway and infrastructur…
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Aug 4, 2022
121. Reinventing the Wheel with Carbon Fiber
The team at Carbon Revolution is going against some age-old advice—they’re reinventing the wheel. And they’re seeing results.
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Back in 2004, Dr. Ashley Denmead, Chief Technology Officer and Founder of Carbon Revolution, was part of the Formula SAE team at Deakin University in Australia. After building a too-heavy car the year prior, Ashley and his engineering team looked to save weight in the wheels. Their idea? Build them out of carbon fiber.
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Thus, the journey of Carbon Revolution began. Today, the company designs and manufactures some of the world’s most technically advanced and highest performing wheels on the planet, and one of the most advanced lightweight technologies on any car. There are more than 50,000 Carbon Revolution wheels on the road today, including on vehicles such as the Ford GT and the Ferrari F8 Spider.
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From four guys in a garage to 550 people in a 10,000 square-meter facility with Ford, Ferrari and General Motors among its customers, Carbon Revolution…
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Jul 28, 2022
120. Paving the Way for Zero-Emission Aviation
Hydrogen fuel cell power is ready for takeoff.
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Imagine an aircraft without exhaust; the only emission is water. That’s what hydrogen fuel cell technology can do. From regional trips today to long-distance flights in the future, ZeroAvia is enabling scalable, sustainable aviation by retrofitting conventional engines with hydrogen-electric powertrains.
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As the fastest-growing source of greenhouse gas emissions, the aviation industry is primed for change. Hydrogen-electric propulsion is the best way to scale sustainable aviation for commercial use as it offers longer flight range, lower maintenance costs, zero emissions and lower fuel costs. Fueled by recent partnerships with United Airlines and Alaska Air, ZeroAvia is pioneering the transition to clean aviation.
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Hear from James McMicking, Vice President of Strategy at ZeroAvia, on why the future of flight will be powered by hydrogen and how his company is developing robust standards alongside operators, airframers and infrast…
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Jul 21, 2022
119. Innovating in Real-Time with SDVs
The future of mobility is software-defined.
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For automakers, this means that vehicles will transition to a combination of software-centric computing systems on wheels. The key to unlocking this incredible opportunity is the capability to update vehicles instantly.
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Enabling this transformation is Jeffrey Chou, Co-Founder and CEO of Sonatus. With a proven track record of revolutionizing IT data centers, Jeff and his team are bringing to life an extensive array of advanced technologies and a cloud-connected in-vehicle infrastructure that is accelerating the OEM journey toward fully Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs).
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The Sonatus Digital Dynamics™ platform—which was recently integrated into the Hyundai Genesis GV60 —helps automakers create a foundation for dynamic SDVs that can evolve and adapt in real-time, empowering them to innovate faster, reduce complexity and costs, and become more agile. Along with this opportunity comes an increased focus on cybersecurity and data protecti…
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Jul 14, 2022
118. A Driving Force in Motorsports
Innovations are born on the racetrack.
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In the automotive industry, it’s common knowledge that racing has long had a meaningful impact on technological breakthroughs. From safety to engines to simulation, the racetrack acts as an incubator—and the engineers who support the drivers help bring these exciting innovations to life.
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Taking his aerospace engineering degree down an unexpected path, Eric Cowdin has made innovations as a Race Engineer for Chip Ganassi Racing™. As a graduate student, Eric found his way to the Formula SAE team and was immediately put in charge of the wing program, tasked with looking into the aerodynamic forces that help the car move fast while sticking to the road—a new undertaking for the team at the time.
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As his time with Formula SAE progressed, Eric developed a passion for motorsports, eventually going on to become part of the team that won the Indianapolis 500 in 2013. We sat down with Eric to discuss his journey into motorsports, his passion f…
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Jul 7, 2022
117. Opening Up the Sky with Urban Air Mobility
Picture this: On-demand ridesharing services that take you above the traffic. Archer Aviation is making this vision a reality by unlocking a whole new dimension in transportation.
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Archer Aviation designs and develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircrafts for use in Urban Air Mobility (UAM) networks. Their goal is to move people throughout congested cities in a quick, safe, sustainable, and cost-effective manner.
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The eVTOL aircraft can take off vertically like a helicopter and fly forward like an airplane, no runway required. A ride in their fully electric, battery-powered aircraft is approximately the same price per passenger mile as an UberX.
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Hear from Andrew Cummins, Director of Business Development at Archer, on the future of UAM, the company’s plan for commercial operations, and their early-launch partnerships with the cities of Los Angeles and Miami.
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Jun 30, 2022
116. Powering Design Freedom for EVs and AVs
Unrestricted, scalable and modular. These values are at the heart of REE Automotive’s work to provide complete design freedom for electric and autonomous vehicle manufacturers.
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As the automotive market shifts to an electrification-first approach, REE’s electric modular platforms enable automotive manufacturers, OEMs, delivery and logistic fleets, Mobility-as-a-Service providers, and new mobility players to design mission-specific EVs and AVs based on their exact business requirements faster and with lower cost.
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REE’s revolutionary technology packs critical vehicle components (steering, braking, suspension, powertrain and control) into a single compact module, allowing for fully flat EV platforms with more room for passengers, cargo and batteries.
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Hear from Dr. Peter Dow, Vice President of Engineering at REE, on the future of mobility, including how his company is empowering innovation through no-fault engineering and how he sees start-ups transforming the legacy automotive…
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Jun 23, 2022
115. Joining Forces for Self-Driving Industrial Vehicle Fleets
Is your industrial vehicle fleet driving itself? It could be thanks to a ground-breaking partnership.
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For more than 70 years, Columbia Vehicle Group has manufactured electric vehicles that enable peak operational performance in transporting, carrying, and towing. When the company set out to find a partner in the autonomous vehicle technology space, they discovered Cyngn, a developer of innovative autonomous solutions for industrial and commercial enterprises.
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Together, Columbia and Cyngn are transforming Columbia Stockchasers with DriveMod, Cyngn’s full-stack autonomous driving solution. It combines software, hardware, artificial intelligence, and a variety of commercially available sensors to deliver self-driving solutions for both retrofit and new vehicles.
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Hear from Scott Breckley, President of Columbia Vehicle Group, and Ben Landen, VP of Business Development at Cyngn, on their industry-leading partnership and how autonomous technology and data insights can be used to enha…
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Jun 16, 2022
114. Cutting the Cord on Electric Vehicles
Just park and charge. No cord required. That’s the future according to WiTricity, the global industry leader in wireless charging.
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Powered by patented magnetic resonance technology, WiTricity is just as fast and efficient as a plug-in charger. With global automakers and Tier 1 suppliers incorporating this technology into their electric vehicle roadmaps, WiTricity is laying the foundation for worldwide standards that support wide-scale adoption.
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Alex Gruzen, WiTricity CEO, shares his perspective on how ending the hassle of charging will accelerate electric vehicle adoption and how WiTricity is at the forefront of advancements like bi-directional power and the dynamic charging of moving vehicles.
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It’s an exciting discussion on the future of mobility – one that is electric, shared and autonomous.
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As we look to the future, the evolution of standards related to wireless charging will play a key role in accelerating its adoption. SAE is building expert committees to address…
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Jun 9, 2022
113. Accelerating the Adoption of Additive Manufacturing
What if you had access to micron-size Legos that could build anything? It may sound like a dream from the future, but it’s happening now. From U.S. aircraft parts to medical implants, additive manufacturing is a nearly 30-year-old process that’s finally having its moment.
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By definition, additive manufacturing is the technology used to build 3-D objects layer-by-layer, no matter if the material is metal, plastic, concrete or even human tissue. From an industrial production perspective, it’s a transformative approach that reduces energy, cuts waste, decreases production time, and allows for greater design flexibility.
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John E. Barnes, Founder & Manager Partner of The Barnes Global Advisors, sat down to discuss the evolution of additive manufacturing, including Pittsburgh’s Neighborhood 91, the first development in the world to connect and condense all components of the 3-D printing supply chain into one powerful production ecosystem.
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As we look to the future, the evolution o…
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Jun 2, 2022
112. Using AI to Scale Autonomous Vehicles
A driving school for self-driving vehicles? It’s here and proving to be a game-changer.
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Waabi World is the most scalable, highest fidelity, closed-loop simulator for autonomous vehicles. Powered by AI, it’s an immersive and reactive environment that can design tests, assess skills, and teach the self-driving “brain” to learn to drive on its own. This technology significantly reduces the need to test drive in the real world resulting in a safer, more affordable solution.
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When AI trailblazer & CEO Raquel Urtasun founded Waabi, she set out to scale one of the most important technologies of our generation. By taking an AI-first approach, Raquel and her team are unlocking the potential of self-driving technology and accelerating the commercial deployment of autonomous vehicles. And their work is changing the world for the better.
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May 26, 2022
111. Mapping the Road's Subsurface for Pinpoint Accuracy
Move over GPS. There’s a new technology in town—and it’s subterranean.
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Tarik Bolat, CEO and Cofounder of GPR, shares how his company is shifting the autonomous paradigm with innovative technology that creates a 3-D map of the road's unique subsurface and removes common barriers faced by autonomous vehicles today.
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As the world’s most accurate and reliable vehicle positioning system, Ground Positioning Radar™ (GPR) allows vehicles to determine their precise location with centimeter-level accuracy, no matter how challenging road conditions become.
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Like many autonomous technologies, GPR originated as a critical military application and is now being used for much broader commercial purposes, to significantly enhance safety for drivers and introduce benefits for society at large.
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May 19, 2022
110. Words Don't Teach, Experiences Do
For many underrepresented students, the possibility of a career in STEM is either unknown or out of reach. But a dedicated team at one school in Phoenix, Arizona is determined to change that.
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At Sevilla Elementary – West Campus, Educator Mia DeLaRosa and Principal Jennifer Bunch are on a mission to support their students by eliminating barriers to high-quality education. Their goal? Providing an immersive STEM experience that sparks the belief that developing an engineering mindset is attainable for all students, no matter their background.
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Through a partnership with the SAE Foundation’s A World In Motion® (AWIM®) program, students learn how to design, build, test, and present a product. As STEM is brought to life, so too are essential life skills like problem-solving, communication, and collaboration which enable students to build the self-confidence they need for future success.
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Hear from these passionate educators and two of their students, Valeria A. and Jaylinn G.,…
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May 12, 2022
109. Pursuing AV Micro-Transit on a Global Scale
May Mobility’s self-driving shuttles have provided more than 300,000 autonomous rides in nine cities in the US and Japan. And CEO Edwin Olson is just getting started. He has a recipe for transforming transportation – and quality of life – worldwide:
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· A policy of listening to people to understand the unique transit challenges they face in their communities – inaccessible public transit, for example, or a long trudge from the bus stop to the dining district.
· A strategy to work with cities, state agencies, and private enterprises to customize autonomous vehicle (AV) services that fill mobility gaps.
· A powerhouse partnership with Toyota capable of providing vehicles, services, and resources on a global scale.
· A game-changing approach to AV software development, known as multi-policy decision-making.
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The underlying technology is critical to ensure safety and build trust, of course, but Olson argues that succe…
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May 5, 2022
108. Decarbonizing Aviation from Takeoff to Touch Down
Can the aviation industry meet its goal to decarbonize by 2050? Safran Landing Systems engineer and innovator R. Kyle Schmidt thinks so, and he’s playing a critical role in getting there.
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Safran, the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, equips the commercial, business, and military fleets for more than 20 aircraft manufacturers. The France-based company’s expertise spans design, manufacturing, maintenance, and repair. Today, Schmidt’s team is focused on developing lighter weight landing gear that can boost fuel efficiency and sustainable mobility.
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From his perspective as VP, New Product Development and Research & Technology Engineering, Schmidt explores the challenges and opportunities manufacturers face, flexing his natural story telling abilities as showcased in his book The Design of Aircraft Landing Gear, which was recently published by SAE International.
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Apr 29, 2022
107. Rail Decarbonization Hits a Turning Point
Progress Rail is on a mission to zero emissions.
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The locomotive manufacturer put the first battery-electric locomotive into service for a Brazilian mining company in 2020, and next year they’ll be hauling iron ore in Australia. Meanwhile, Union Pacific is adding 10 of these battery-powered rail vehicles to its fleet as part of the largest investment in battery-electric technology by a U.S. Class I railroad.
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Beyond electric, Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company, is working with Chevron to develop a locomotive powered by hydrogen fuel cells and collaborating with the Canadian National Railway to test renewable fuel blends, including biodiesel. It’s also developing “smart cruise control” that uses machine learning to optimize train performance and energy efficiency.
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Self-described rail geek Michael Cleveland, Director of Advanced Energy at Progress Rail, talks about the company’s quest to lead the transition from diesel to fuel systems that promise to make trains cleaner,…
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Apr 21, 2022
106. Save Time and Reduce Stress by Going Vertical
Traffic. We’ve all been there, and nobody likes it, and sometimes it feels impossible to get around. Joby Aviation’s solution? Going vertical.
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Air Taxi Product Lead, Tom Prevot, says saving one billion people an hour a day is the mission of Joby’s aerial ridesharing service built around an electric aircraft designed to fly over the most congested highways in cities around the world.
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Joby’s electric aircraft will execute the flight service, and Prevot and his team are developing the platform that will utilize partnerships with players like Toyota and Uber to create a frictionless door-to-door customer experience from one app with one payment transaction – yep, one!
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With the promise of reducing travel frustrations and giving people more time for living, the aircraft’s interior design mirrors more of a passenger car experience vs boarding a plane, and once in flight, noise levels blend into the urban landscape to aid community adoption.
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Apr 14, 2022
105. Making the Future Exciting: Magna Energizes Industry Approach to Tomorrow
Tom Rucker, President of Magna Powertrain, has big plans for the future.
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“We can bring sustainable mobility for everything and everyone,” says Rucker. These may seem like enormous goals—but so is the potential payoff.
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Canada-based Magna International is chasing those opportunities for equitable access to sustainable transportation hard, innovating at scale. As the world’s third-largest largest auto supplier, the largest independent supplier of transmissions, and a self-proclaimed “64-year-old startup,” Magna is poised to lead in an industry undergoing “the most radical transformation in its history.”
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Rucker’s enthusiasm is obvious when he talks about the innovative product roadmap that has positioned Magna to continue its market leadership as the world shifts from internal combustion engines to hybrid and electric autonomous vehicles. It’s a path designed with maximum flexibility to navigate market trends, consumer preferences, legislative demands, the uncer…
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Apr 7, 2022
104. A Passion for Books & Sharing Knowledge
Every book lover has an origin story.
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Sherry Nigam’s passion for knowledge took root as a child in rural Kentucky.
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Her dad printed the local newspaper and her mom drove the library’s bookmobile, often with Sherry on board chatting with people about the books they were borrowing. This inquisitive upbringing led her to a 30-year career in publishing culminating in her current role as Head of Books at SAE International.
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Today, Nigam anticipates trends critical to aerospace and ground vehicle mobility, searches out authors who are experts in their fields, develops a pipeline of titles that balance the technical and the topical, and curates a catalog of more than 500 books, some still in demand after decades, that engineering companies, universities, and individuals around the world refer to on a daily basis, including Generalized Vehicle Dynamics by Dan Williams, Race Car Vehicle Dynamics, and Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics.
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Her role may sound daunting, but Nigam is up to…
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Mar 31, 2022
103. Making EV Charging as Easy as Parking
Robots will soon occupy private garages and public parking areas where they will easily, autonomously charge electric vehicles. That’s the vision from German auto supplier Continental and Austrian startup Volterio. Their partnership to design and build charging robots promises to shake up the fast-changing EV market.
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We talked with Christian Flechl, Founder and Managing Director of Volterio, and Alex Rupprecht, Director, Driveline & Electrification, Continental Engineering Services. They have combined Volterio’s creativity and flexibility with Continental’s experience and production capacity to quickly develop a revolutionary automatic connection device for EVs. A near-production system will be ready by mid-2022 and volume production is slated to start in 2024.
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Mar 24, 2022
102. BorgWarner’s Path to the Future is Electric
The path to the future isn’t just exciting; it’s electric.
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Global auto supplier BorgWarner is leading the way through their aggressive electrification initiative with a plan to grow EV revenues from 3% today to 45% by 2030 and become carbon-neutral by 2035.
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This transformation of an auto industry stalwart is built on three pillars: profitably scaling electric light vehicles, expanding into electric commercial vehicles, and making strategic business acquisitions & dispositions.
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We spoke with BorgWarner’s Dave Fulton, Engineering Director, Electric Machine Innovation, and Monty Hayes, Global Director, eHW Growth and Innovation, about their commitment to organic growth initiatives.
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They also discuss the company’s longstanding support for SAE International STEM initiatives. BorgWarner’s $1M+ investment since 1987 to the SAE Foundation has impacted over 64,000 students across 10 countries in the past decade alone.
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Mar 17, 2022
101. Autonomous Tractors Promise to Transform Farming
Ag tech is poised to disrupt life on the farm. John Deere’s new autonomous tractor uses stereo cameras, GPS guidance, and advanced AI to detect obstacles and navigate in the field. Farmers monitor and control it from a smartphone app. And it can free them from long days in the tractor seat, help ease labor shortages, and improve productivity and sustainability.
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Deere also recently opened a tech center in Texas and acquired Silicon Valley startup Bear Flag Robotics and Austrian battery maker Kreisel Electric.
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We spoke with Joseph Liefer, Senior Product Manager for Autonomy in the John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group (and a farmer himself), about cutting-edge innovation and the farm of the future.
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ICYMI, here’s our podcast with Bear Flag Robotics.
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Mar 10, 2022
100. Blockchain Delivers Supply Chain Traceability
You can’t fix what you don’t see. And you can’t convince consumers and regulators you’re clean without transparent supply chains.
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Manufacturers need to measure their environmental and social impact, but the vision becomes murky when their supply chains are complex and opaque. How are raw materials mined and refined? What is the carbon impact of shipping? How do upstream suppliers manage production?
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Circulor helps brings those answers to light. Using blockchain technology, Circulor enables companies to trace the movement of goods and document sustainability — from sourcing raw materials to the recycling supply chain. In this episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, we speak with Founder and CEO Doug Johnson-Poensgen about his company’s quest to bring transparency to supply chains and promote the circular economy.
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Mar 3, 2022
99. History’s “Goosebump Moments” Inspire Tomorrow’s Innovations
The Henry Ford is a lot of things. A museum of American innovation near Detroit. An Emmy-winning TV show seen in 60 countries. An invention competition striving to reach a million students a year. Stories from the past that inspire innovation for the future.
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Its transportation-related, hands-on exhibits include iconic symbols of social, cultural, and commercial transformation. The Wright Brothers’ workshop. Model Ts and autonomous vehicles. The bus where Rosa Parks changed the world.
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These people, places, and ideas create “goosebump moments” that inspire the next generation to conceive and achieve big dreams, says Patricia Mooradian, President & CEO of The Henry Ford.
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On this episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, Mooradian and Matt Anderson, Curator of Transportation for The Henry Ford, tell stories of remarkable innovations from the past that inspire and shape our vision of what’s possible in the future.
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Feb 24, 2022
98. Will the US Infrastructure Law Propel the EV Market?
With $5B in the new US infrastructure law designated for EV charging stations, there’s a lot of work to be done—and a lot of taxpayer dollars at stake.
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This federal funding coupled with strong consumer demand and innovative solutions from industry have created a perfect storm to drive EV adoption. Taite R. McDonald believes it’s going to “change the landscape of America.”
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McDonald, Equity Partner at Holland & Knight LLP, advises government contractors. In this episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, she says the $5 billion federal spend:
· Is a “down payment” that will unleash billions more in private sector financing for EV infrastructure
· Is a critical step for the US to catch up with other nations on clean tech and EV adoption and to hit targets in the Paris Declaration
· Must be spent effectively to build consumer confidence in the viability of EVs, eliminate range anxiety, and boost green mobility
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Feb 17, 2022
97. Electric or Eclectic? Alternate Routes on the Road to Zero Emissions
Electrify everything? Not so fast. Achieving sustainable mobility will require multiple solutions. There is no silver bullet.
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In this episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, we speak with the co-authors of Racing Toward Zero: The Untold Story of Driving Green, who advocate a multi-faceted approach to a green future. Kelly Senecal, co-founder of Convergent Science, and Felix Leach, Associate Professor of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford, argue that the government regulations and media hype pushing battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to the forefront are misguided.
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For the biggest, fastest impact on carbon emissions, Senecal and Leach believe in advancing a variety of propulsion systems – not go all in on a single approach like electrification. Most vehicles on the planet use the internal combustion engine, so improving its technology and fuels can have a huge, immediate impact on reducing emissions globally. There are great electric vehicles available today, but they are a smal…
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Feb 10, 2022
96. Preparing Today’s Students to Become Tomorrow’s Innovators
You don't have to be a parent to know that today’s classrooms – like many things over the past two years – are being disrupted. And while emerging technology can provide new opportunities to grow, hands-on education also remains fundamental to the learning process.
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SAE International’s Vice President of Programs, Christopher M. Ciuca, has spent his career committed to empowering educators to prepare today’s students to become tomorrow’s innovators.
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Ciuca and his team have built award-winning STEM learning programs that are inclusive, engaging, and accessible. And as homes across the globe transitioned into makeshift classrooms, they’re working to create new tools for educators – as well as the family at home – that combine the hands-on with the cutting edge.
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Bonnie Thibodeau, SAE’s Pre-College Program Developer, shares the launch of her passion project, The STEM Sagas: Virtually Rerouted. This digital comic book is available free online and has dyna…
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Feb 3, 2022
95. Imagination Takes Flight: Honda and Mobility Without Boundaries
Flying cars have been a part of public fancy at least as far back as the 1920s, when speculative author Hugo Gernsback pictured rotor-enabled “Helicars” as a remedy to the crowded streets of New York. Now, a century later, such vehicles are poised to become the stuff of reality.
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Soon, as you look across the urban skyscape, you may see a sleek, fully autonomous “flying car,” cutting travel times for the city’s residents in half. And the name on the side of that vehicle? Honda.
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With an astounding 5% of annual revenues poured back into research and development, Honda is seriously committed to revolutionizing mobility through land and air in the spirit of the company’s tagline, “The Power of Dreams.” One such project is the Honda eVTOL, a lightweight, hybrid aircraft which literally takes autonomous mobility to the sky as part of Honda’s plans to deliver a multimodal system for consumer intercity transportation needs.
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Jan 27, 2022
94. Ivy League Insights: Professor Alain L. Kornhauser and the Study of Autonomy
When you’ve been studying mobility and advanced technology for over 50 years at one of the nation’s leading universities, you might just qualify as a go-to expert in the field.
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In this episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, we spoke with the legendary Dr. Alain Kornhauser, Professor, Operations Research & Financial Engineering, and Chair, Princeton Autonomous Vehicle Engineering, Princeton University.
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With a career that has spanned over half a century, Dr. Kornhauser has been studying the possibilities of rapid transit in the urban environment since the 1970s. As the progenitor of the Princeton Transportation Network Model, he was one of the early proponents of leveraging Geographic Information Systems in the study of transportation systems, and his work has had a significant effect on the North American freight railroad system. Among the many highlights of his career, he founded ALK Technologies, Inc. which brought to market the roadway and railway systems digital map database credite…
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Jan 20, 2022
93. Test Tracks of Reality: Applied Intuition and the Simulated Road, Warehouse and Port
What if you could test hundreds of thousands of traffic and road scenarios before your autonomous vehicles ever even touched asphalt? Imagine billions of miles and an untold number of road events encountered in the virtual world before your car or truck even left the factory floor.
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Talk about a head start when it comes to safety and efficiency.
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Using a comprehensive suite of products created from the best practices in software development, the minds at Applied Intuition work with clients to design virtual test environments that simulate everything the road can throw at them. They are creating a world where software-enabled vehicles are an integral part of society across all industries where there are vehicles – roads, yes, but also factories and ports as well.
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In this episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, Qasar Younis, Co-Founder and CEO, and Peter Ludwig, Co-Founder and CTO of Applied Intuition, discussed how they’re combining Detroit engineering know-how with Silicon Valley digi…
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Jan 13, 2022
92. The Internet of Trucks: Redefining “Information Superhighway” with TuSimple
Honeybees. Ants. 18-wheelers. What do they have in common?
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The first two operate as data-sharing collectives a la a hive mind to improve efficiency and achieve their goals, and now 18-wheelers are joining their ranks. Thanks to the advent of game-changing autonomous technology enabling hive-like communications, companies can create a network of vehicles that transform how they move freight across the United States.
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A “queen bee” in this effort is TuSimple, an autonomous trucking enterprise operating the world’s first autonomous freight network. With an ecosystem of industry leading partners including DHL, Goodyear, Penske, McLane, and the US Postal Service, coupled with a laser-focus on trucking, the use of camera-driven perception systems and real-world data, TuSimple is leading the way towards a self-driving infrastructure that enables greater efficiencies and lower operational costs for transporters.
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Jan 6, 2022
91. The Gentle Giant: Picking Daimler Truck's Brain About Smart Trucks
The average 18-wheeler on America’s roads is an engineering marvel, roughly 17 tons (not including freight) of transportation muscle that powers our economy and our way of life. As the old saying goes, “If you bought it, trucks brought it.”
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Picture in your mind one of these behemoths barreling down the highway—with no driver.
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Can you imagine a world where that’s the safest vehicle on the road?
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Daimler Truck can, and they’re working night and day to deliver on the vision of fully autonomous trucks transforming the industry, while improving the health, safety, and quality of life of truck drivers and creating new career paths in the mobility sector.
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To explain how we’ll get there, SAE Tomorrow Today spoke with Dr. Rainer Müller-Finkeldei, Senior Vice President of Engineering & Technology at Daimler Truck North America. As the global market leader in heavy duty trucking with 40% market share in the US, Daimler Truck literally is trucking’s heavyweight champion o…
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Dec 30, 2021
90. Michigan, You Move Me: Mobility, Music and Natural Beauty
From Ransom Olds of Oldsmobile fame inventing the automotive assembly line all the way back in 1901 to Berry Gordy flipping the switch on Motown in 1960, Michigan has a storied history of marrying power and technology to achieve awe-inspiring results.
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But as home to scenes of unrivaled natural beauty, it is also a place whose citizens know the importance of sustaining the environment. That’s why it’s no wonder that Michigan is the epicenter of the burgeoning electric vehicle revolution and its emphasis on clean, green mobility.
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In this episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, Quentin L. Messer, Jr., Chief Executive Officer of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), discusses the work his organization is doing to promote business growth within the state. As a public-private partnership, the MEDC seeks to expand upward economic mobility for all Michiganders by working with employers and educators to promote STEM, talent development and continued innovation, following in the…
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Dec 23, 2021
89. Laser-guided Safety: Innoviz Technologies is Helping Cars See Their World
Few moments provide greater clarity on what’s really important than when a loved one is involved in a serious automotive accident.
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Ten-year-old Omer Keilaf painfully learned that lesson when his older sister was victim of a terrible car crash. Fortunately, she survived, but the event set Omer on a trajectory to try to solve the toughest automotive safety problems using advanced technology.
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“Many people have tried to convince me that it’s an impossible mission, but that only made me more excited about it,” said Omer, now the CEO and Co-Founder of Innoviz Technologies, a leading manufacturer of solid-state LiDAR sensors and advanced perception software for the autonomous vehicle industry.
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In the latest episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, Omer recounts how he is using the motivation of his early life experiences as well as his tenure as an intelligence officer in the technological unit of the Israel Defense Force as the impetus to make LiDAR cost efficient, more compact and much…
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Dec 16, 2021
88. Luxury-as-a-Service: The Future of Autonomy with NVIDIA
With their invention of the graphics processing unit, they transformed the video game market, championed the advent of parallel computing and along the way became known worldwide as a leader in artificial intelligence.
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Now, as software capabilities and in-car concierge experiences are fast becoming primary considerations in car buying decisions, global AI powerhouse NVIDIA is accelerating the digital approach to vehicular luxury—and they’re attracting the attention of the likes of Mercedes-Benz, Volvo and Audi, who are no strangers to high-performance mobility.
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In this episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, Grayson Brulte sits down with Ali Kani, vice president and general manager of NVIDIA Automotive, to discuss the work NVIDIA is doing to deliver the twin pillars of safety and security, how simulation and real-world testing together are needed to realize the promise of self-driving cars, and how fewer in-car computers (not more) can lead to greater confidence in autonomous responsive…
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Dec 9, 2021
87. Lyft’s Vision for the Future of Autonomy
When it comes to autonomous vehicles, public trust in the tech is integral to success. As a popular rideshare app, Lyft Autonomous is uniquely positioned to develop this relationship and bring self-driving rides to the masses. Lyft has conducted over 100,000 paid rides with AVs — and there’s more to come.
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Jody Kelman, General Manager, Lyft Autonomous shares her vision for the future of self-driving fleets. Calling Lyft the “connective tissue” between this revolutionary tech and the rider, Kelman discusses how they’re able to build trust with passengers, their exciting partnership with Argo AI and Ford, and how they can bring a human touch to each AV ride.
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Learn more about the self-driving rides offered by Lyft: https://autonomous.lyft.com/
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Dec 2, 2021
86. The Enablers of Automation: Sensor Innovation from Spartan Radar
Radar systems that use AI to dynamically and adaptively scan the environment based on changing conditions have been science-fact — not science-fiction — for more than a decade. But the current systems are just scratching the surface.
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Spartan Radar’s Tyler Rather, Chief Technology Officer, and Robert Brown, Chief Strategy Officer, discuss their team’s work to develop high-resolution radar AI that emulates human perception models and achieves lightning-fast processing and focus—and a revolutionary sensor fusion technology they believe could be as influential as Ford’s Model T.
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Nov 24, 2021
85. Empowering Superheroes: Emergency eVTOL Aircraft from Start-Up Jump Aero
In emergency situations, every second counts — but long distances to rural areas and congested city traffic often increase the time it takes to transport a patient to a hospital. Jump Aero is mobilizing eVTOL aircraft as a solution to cut emergency response time in half and save thousands of lives.
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Co-founders Carl Dietrich, President/Chief Designer, and Katerina Barilov, Head of Business Development, discuss their passion for the Jump Aero mission. Hear more about how electric aircraft can reduce the time it takes to get a responder on the scene, why their EMTs are required to learn how to fly an airplane, and how their commitment to engage with EMS communities builds partnerships and trust.
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Stay up to date on the latest news from Jump Aero: www.jumpaero.com
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Nov 18, 2021
84. Part 2 - SAE: Forging a New Mobility Ecosystem
The future of mobility is all about resiliency. How can we ensure that we have the energy capacity to sustain a fully electric future? Can solutions transfer across aerospace, passenger and commercial vehicle industries? SAE is in the middle of it all.
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Frank Menchaca, Chief Growth Officer at SAE International, says the industry is at an inflection point. In part 2 of the SAE series, Menchaca discusses the multi-phase set of initiatives the new Office of Sustainable Energy will tackle, including EV charge point payments, cybersecurity, regulation and range, and SAE’s role in mobilizing a sustainable future.
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Think you know SAE? These episodes will have you thinking again.
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Intrigued? Meet Pete. Meet Skylar. And meet Violet.
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Nov 11, 2021
83. SAE: Forging a New Mobility Ecosystem—Part 1
Think you know SAE? These episodes will have you thinking again.
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The next mobility revolution is upon us. Connected, automated and electrified transportation can provide equity of access to jobs, education, health care and beyond — but the future comes with challenges as innovators consider sustainability, resiliency and scalability of production.
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In part one of this special two-part series, SAE International’s own Chief Growth Officer, Frank Menchaca, discusses the ways SAE is meeting the changing needs of 21st-century transportation and mobility, the organization’s partnership with Argo AI and Clemson University that built the new Robotics Bootcamp, why SAE’s J3016 Levels of Driving Automation was created, and the launch of SAE’s Office of Sustainable Energy.
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Intrigued? Meet Pete. Meet Skylar. And Meet Violet.
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Nov 4, 2021
82. Creating Equity in Mobility: The Future of Cities with the NYU McSilver Institute
AVs and EVs have the potential to enhance transportation infrastructure in cities across the globe. But before this tech can be implemented, community and business leaders need to work together to create safe, equitable access to the burgeoning technology. The NYU McSilver Institute helps to guide these conversations around implementation while ensuring that historically underserved groups are able to take advantage of the incoming changes in mobility.
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Henry L. Greenidge, Esq., Fellow-in-Residence at the NYU McSilver Institute, discusses the future of mobility in cities, talking challenges on the streets of New York City, how tech innovations and policy can work together, the importance of community engagement and outreach, and how to achieve equitable mobility for all through community collaboration.
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Stay updated on the latest work from the NYU McSilver Institute.
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Oct 28, 2021
81. Envisioning a Safer Future with the Self-Driving Coalition
ADAS and AV technologies are evolving at a rapid pace — but developing safeties and conveniences won’t be fully realized if the public doesn’t understand them. That’s why industry leaders founded the Self-Driving Coalition to educate policymakers and the public, promote the benefits of self-driving vehicles and support the safe and rapid deployment of these potentially life-saving technologies.
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Ariel Wolf, General Counsel at the Self-Driving Coalition, discusses the future of policy at the local, state, and federal levels, and how these policies need to enhance public trust, maximize public deployment and promote innovation to create a safer tomorrow.
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Register to stay in touch and keep up to date on the latest news from the Self-Driving Coalition for Safer Streets.
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Oct 21, 2021
80. Mark Moore’s New Start-Up Making Noise with Quieter Electric Aircraft
A new age of flight is taking shape from brilliant engineers who are redefining how lower carbon emissions, minimal noise pollution and reduced maintenance costs can work together. Mark Moore’s newest venture, Whisper Aero, is combating busier skyways with a new electric thruster design that reduces noise to a near-imperceptible level.
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Moore, a former NASA engineer and Uber Elevate executive, discusses the need for sustainable eVTOL, eCTOL and eSTOL aircraft, how eliminating noise will aid public adoption, and why he decided to set up camp in Crossville, Tenn.
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Oct 14, 2021
79. Improving Mobility Access for All: Transportation Innovation Starts in Pittsburgh
Motorists are only one mode of travel on the streets of a city. Pittsburgh is an innovation testbed for the next generation of technologies and policies to harmonize roadways for pedestrians, bicycles, autonomous vehicles and micromobility.
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In a final interview before leaving her role as the inaugural director of the City of Pittsburgh’s Dept. of Mobility and Infrastructure, Karina Ricks states: “Pittsburgh has an important role to play — it’s small enough to get things done, but big enough so it matters when we do.”
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Ricks talks about the Move PGH launch that addresses viability for underserved areas, cost concerns, fear of the unknown and more. She discusses the city’s audacious 2070 Mobility Vision Plan that lays the groundwork for addressing climate change, connecting communities and creating resilient mobility for all.
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And you'll want to check out Pittsburgh's new music video featuring local artist, Benji.
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Oct 7, 2021
78. DRAM: The Unsung Hero of the Smart Vehicle Revolution
Vehicle technology is evolving at a rapid pace, requiring more powerful processors and more DRAM capabilities. Memory and storage solutions are defining what our cars will be able to do in the near future — enabling the future of autonomous vehicles, vehicle-to-vehicle communication and life-saving safety technology.
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Robert Bielby, Micron Technology's Senior Director, Automotive System Architecture, Embedded Business Unit, discusses the culture at Micron and how their application-aware memory solutions will be able to make the impossible, possible.
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Go online to learn more about the work Bielby and the Micron team are doing.
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Sep 30, 2021
77. Tesla: How a Team of Innovators Beat the Odds — and Changed the Future
Elon Musk’s vision for Tesla has won the day, outpacing auto industry giants and leading the charge for electric vehicles. But the journey was a tumultuous one, rife with risk and grandiose promises. As Musk’s ambitions grew, so did the scale of their problems.
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Tim Higgins, Technology Reporter for The Wall Street Journal and author of Power Play: Tesla, Elon Musk, and the Bet of the Century, discusses the tech minds behind Telsa and their engineering innovations in lithium-ion batteries and vehicle design that helped turn a fantasy into reality.
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Sep 23, 2021
76. Traffic21 Modernizes Pittsburgh with Smart Mobility
Once a steel titan, Pittsburgh is now a burgeoning tech hub — and Traffic21 has helped place it at the forefront of the intelligent transportation field, improving the economy and attracting new businesses along the way.
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Stan Caldwell, Executive Director of Carnegie Mellon University Traffic21 Institute, discusses the latest research from Traffic21 and how cities like Pittsburgh are uniquely equipped to develop the smart cities of tomorrow through collaboration between educational leaders, tech giants and policymakers.
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Stay up to date on the latest research innovations by visiting https://traffic21.heinz.cmu.edu/.
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During this conversation, Caldwell refers to the work of two previous SAE Tomorrow Today guests. Check out their episodes to continue the conversation: Ep.62 PennDOT, Ep.71 Locomation. Stay tuned for Ep.79 with Karina Ricks, Director of Mobility and Infrastructure for the City of Pittsburgh.
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Sep 16, 2021
75. Zoox: Designing for the Rider of the Future
The Zoox autonomous vehicle design began in 2016 as a sketch on a napkin. Today, that sketch has become a reality.
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From the bespoke lighting and audio design to the seating configuration, Zoox has engineered a vehicle that creates a calm and inviting rider experience. Chris Stoffel, Director of Studio Engineering at Zoox, shares insights into the design freedoms a custom-made vehicle afforded, why the team focused on the needs and comforts of riders rather than the driver, and the advantages of the 2020 Amazon acquisition.
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Read more and see the design for yourself by visiting https://zoox.com.
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Sep 9, 2021
74. The Online Criminal Underground: Cybersecurity and Corporate Threats
There are constant news blasts highlighting ransomware incidents, company data hacks, and online theft. These threats are real and growing more present by the day — ultimately, increased connectivity, untraceable cryptocurrency, and bad international actors all but ensure that online data is at risk.
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What is it that causes company risk? Who are the actors at fault? And, perhaps most importantly, what can be done to mitigate these risks?
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Greg Otto, Chief Cybercrime Reporter at Intel 471 discusses prevention methods as well as how international agencies, businesses, the federal government, and insurance companies are working diligently to protect their own interests as well as our data. As hacking prevention methods become simpler and more convenient, the field of cybersecurity will become more secure.
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Sep 2, 2021
73. Cleaner, Greener & Quieter: Transforming the Future of Flying
The best airplane can only be designed around the best engine — so says Pratt & Whitney, a Raytheon Technologies Company, where they’ve been transforming powered flight with an explorer’s heart and a perfectionist’s grit.
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Lisa Claveloux, Pratt & Whitney’s Senior Director, Group Quality, tells the iconic brand’s history, what impacts the pandemic has had on the aerospace industry, and the more sustainable footprint that their GTF engines bring to the skies. These revolutionary geared turbofan engines have already saved more than half a billion gallons of fuel and about five million metric tonnes of CO2, while also slashing aircraft noise footprint by 75%.
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Claveloux’s passion for safety drew her to the work of the SAE ITC Aerospace Engine Supplier Quality (AESQ) strategy group. She discusses the challenges in the market, the gap the SAE AS13100™ Standard fills, and why compliance is critical for enabling quality and making our skies safe for everyone.
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Aug 26, 2021
72. Protection from Global Threats: Cyber Terrorism & Personal Security with Bryan Hurd
Imagine living in a world where everyone knows your name. Our world is becoming more and more connected every day. Ask yourself: if you were a high-profile individual, how would you keep your data secure? What if your day-to-day safety was at risk? Are there bad actors that would be able to take control of your finances or your business?
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These are the questions that keep Bryan Hurd up at night. As Chief of Office in Seattle for Aon’s Cyber Solutions, Hurd and the team help corporations, individuals, and their families stay safe from cyber terrorism and threats using special security details, organizational education, and more.
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To learn more about the work from the team at Aon, head to https://www.aon.com/cyber-solutions and follow Bryan Hurd on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanhurd/).
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Aug 19, 2021
71. Reengineering the Supply Chain: Locomation’s Autonomous Relay Convoys
If we were to tell you that there was a new technology that could reduce carbon emissions, create more jobs, and save consumers and businesses money, you’d be ecstatic. If we were to tell you that you can do that through autonomous trucking, you’d hardly believe us. Locomation is working hard to make the impossible, possible.
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Finch Fulton, Vice President of Policy and Strategy at Locomation, discusses how autonomous trucking is changing the future of the supply chain. Numbers-wise, we’re talking about removing 180,000 metric tons of carbon from the atmosphere annually. That’s the equivalent of removing 39,000 passenger vehicles off the road! Not to mention how these technologies will improve the quality of life for drivers (and bottom lines of businesses).
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Introducing Knowledge Bombs: those “ah hah!” statements that cause an explosion in your brain and get your gears turning. Grayson dives into these subjects on this new segment of SAE Tomorrow Today.
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Aug 12, 2021
70. BMW Geniuses: Revving Up the Customer Experience
At BMW Centers all over the world, product experts are a customer’s new co-pilot. BMW Geniuses work to bridge the gap between complex engineering and the consumer experience not only to make more sales, but to create a loyal and more educated user base.
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Aug 5, 2021
69. Bosch USA: Driving Vehicle Software Into the Future
Think about the computing software required to run your car. Your vehicle likely runs on about 100 million lines of code — 100 times more than the Space Shuttle, 4 times more than a commercial aircraft, and the equivalent of nearly 18,000 printed pages. In the near future, the tech installed in automated vehicles will contain between 300 and 500 million lines of code — and there’s surely more to come.
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Tim Frasier, Regional President of North America for Bosch USA’s new Cross-Domain Computing Solutions division, discussed how his new team combines software, electrical, and electronics engineers to create a consistent IT architecture throughout the vehicle. These bright minds and brilliant engineers came together at Bosch’s Hackathon to create a new product idea that scored highest in its category at the 2020 CES Best of Innovation Awards.
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Jul 29, 2021
68. Soaking Up the Sun: America’s First Solar-Powered Town
Welcome to Babcock Ranch: the hometown of the future. Powered entirely by 700,000 solar panels across 840 acres of land in sunny Florida, Babcock Ranch is an innovative town that combines everything Americana with the technologies of tomorrow: electric-powered ice cream trucks, city-wide WiFi, expansive public green spaces, and the comfort of being part of a community.
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Syd Kitson, Chairman and CEO of Kitson & Partners — the founders of Babcock Ranch — joined us to share how he turned his vision for the future into reality — while making it economically viable along the way.
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Jul 22, 2021
67. Uncovering the Hidden World of Used Electric Vehicles
ELECTRIC VEHICLES are rising in popularity more and more every year — it’s no surprise that the market for used EVs is growing along with it. Scott Case, founder and CEO of Recurrent, wants to make the process accessible to everyone.
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Before Recurrent, there was never a CARFAX-like report for EVs. EVs have different quality standards than a typical combustion engine vehicle — climate, charge rate, battery age and more all impact the longevity of a car. Listen in to hear how Case and Recurrent give the power of information back to the consumer using battery reports and machine learning.
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Plus, hear why Case actually likes spending time negotiating with dealers on used cars. Wild, right?
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Jul 15, 2021
66. Cummins Innovating Engines to Power the Global Food Economy
Whether it’s gas, electric or hydrogen-fueled, engines serving the agriculture industry are dynamic. Cummins engines power everything from the farm to the field to the future.
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Ann Schmelzer, General Manager, Global Ag Business for Cummins, is passionate about problem solving through the lens of technology. Building on Cummins’ reputation of reliability, Schmelzer is leading the charge to get their engines into the growing demand of autonomous agriculture. Listen as she shares insights on the current economics of agriculture and ways Cummins is stepping up to meet the needs of the global food economy.
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Jul 8, 2021
65. Los Angeles World Airports Innovating the Passenger Experience
The airline industry is gradually emerging from a devastating hit as the world rebounds from the shut downs caused by COVID-19. On the path back to “normal,” digitization, innovation and sustainability are transforming the travel experience.
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Justin Erbacci, CEO, Los Angeles World Airports, is doing his part to revolutionize the airport experience through biometrics, food and beverage delivery to the gate, and FlyAway bus service at @LAXAirport - and that’s just the beginning! Tune in to hear how Erbacci and his team are propelling LAX into the future and setting the tone in the industry.
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Jul 1, 2021
64. Qualcomm is Changing the World with C-V2X Technology
Just in time for the rollout of 5G, Qualcomm is connecting vehicles to networks, the cloud, other vehicles, pedestrians and more through C-V2X technology. Jim Misener, Senior Director of Product Management, Automotive, joins us to dig into how this technology is improving autonomy and safety.
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Misener, a pioneer in vehicle-highway automation and vehicle safety communication, also serves as SAE's C-V2X Technical Committee Chair. His commitment to innovation and STEM is apparent through Qualcomm’s three-year commitment to provide experiential, project-based STEM learning to children through the SAE Foundation.
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Jun 24, 2021
63. Tap to Ride: How Cybersource is Revolutionizing Global Transportation
Getting from Point A to Point B has never been easier, thanks to the technology behind Cybersource, A Visa Solution. Fernando Souza, Global Head of Cybersource Travel and Transit Solutions, sat down with us to talk about the surge in contactless payments as a result of COVID-19, the ease and safety benefits, and how open loop payments are the future of public transportation. Already adopted in more than 190 countries, digital payment management is making a major impact on travel around the world through mass transit, tolls, micromobility and more!
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Jun 17, 2021
62. PennDOT Staying Ahead of Transportation Transformation
No matter where industry goes—electric, automated, drones—PennDOT's Mark Kopko, Director of Transformational Technology, and his team are leveraging relationships with Pennsylvania’s leading change-makers to educate, promote safety and develop policy that keeps the state on the forefront of technology. Tune in to hear PennDOT’s strategy for setting the tone as the DOT of the future.
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Jun 10, 2021
61. BMW Accelerating the Shift From Fossil Fuels to a Sustainable Energy Future
Through its smart charging technology, BMW Group has released a tool that builds customer confidence in electric vehicles and educates on renewable energy. The BMW ChargeForward app allows electric vehicle drivers to find the best time to charge with the least stress on the grid.
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On this episode, Adam Langton, Energy Services Manager, Connected eMobility at BMW of North America, shares his views on the future of energy and how BMW is partnering with Straus Family Creamery in Petaluma, California, to generate energy through biodigester technology.
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Jun 3, 2021
60. John Deere Brings Precision to Agriculture Through StarFire Network
John Deere has been both a benchmark and a thought-leader in agricultural innovation throughout its 180-year history. Today, Deere’s StarFire Network global-positioning system achieves down-to-the-centimeter position accuracy to keep farmers on the cutting-edge.
On this episode, Al Savage, StarFire Network Manager, discusses the applications of StarFire technology from precision planting to integrations with autonomous machinery.
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May 27, 2021
59. Sikorsky Innovations Advances the Future of Vertical Lift
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, was among the first companies to manufacture helicopters for civilian and military use. Today, through Sikorsky Innovations they are introducing new technologies to solve the toughest problems in helicopter aviation. On this episode, Igor Cherepinsky, Director of Sikorsky Innovations, discusses autonomy, as well as the Sikorsky X2, one of the world’s fastest helicopters that flies more like a tactical jet aircraft.
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May 20, 2021
58. Lifting the Hood on the Engineering of Ford Motor Company’s Mustang Mach-E
Introduced 57 years after the launch of its iconic namesake, the Mustang Mach-E reinvented the game and has been named the 2021 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year. On this episode, Ron Heiser, Mustang Mach-E Chief Engineer with the Ford Motor Company, joins us to talk about the vehicle’s origins, engineering, reductive design, as well as the pending release of the Ford Mustang E-GT.
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May 13, 2021
57. Cat® MineStar™ Pushing Autonomy to New Levels
Caterpillar Inc., known globally for autonomous vehicle fleets, has hauled 3 billion tons of material to date. On this episode, Michael C. Murphy, Chief Engineer at Cat® MineStar™ Solutions, shares how process, people and productivity, as well as the commitment to safety are working together to make this tremendous impact on the mining industry.
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May 6, 2021
56. ZF Group Focuses on the Next Generation of Vehicles
ZF Group knows transmissions. Now, they’re using their century of experience to focus on vehicle intelligence, bridging the gap into hybrid and mentoring tomorrow’s engineers as they drive mobility into the future. On this episode, Andrew Whydell, Vice President, Product Planning, Vehicle Systems at ZF Group, joins us to expand on ZF’s dedication to digital connectivity and automation as they help vehicles to see, think and act.
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Apr 29, 2021
55. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Rolls Forward with the Future of Mobility
Not just your grandfather’s tire company, Goodyear is now shaping how people move in the future. On this episode, Erin Spring, Senior Director, New Ventures at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, shares how the company is leading the way in predictive vehicle servicing to keep car and trucks safer, serviced and ready to GO!
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Apr 22, 2021
54. Embark Trucks Works to Shore Up the Supply Chain Through Autonomous Trucking
Embark Trucks is driving autonomous trucking. On this episode, Alex Rodrigues, Co-Founder and CEO of Embark Trucks, talks about the commercialization of the technology to both transform and augment this crucial industry. Through their software, they are improving the supply chain and the lives of those who work within the industry.
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Apr 15, 2021
53. Virgin Galactic Blasts Off with Commercial Space Tourism
Pushing boundaries to open space travel to everyone is a goal of Virgin Galactic. On this episode, Beth Moses, Astronaut and Chief Astronaut Instructor for Virgin Galactic, takes our conversation into orbit to discuss her interest in space as a young girl, the “pure magic” of time stopping in the atmosphere and the future of commercial space tourism. Buckle up for a brilliant ride!
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Apr 8, 2021
52. Exploring Real-World Applications of Autonomous Tech with Amy Chu
People say, “There are two sides to every coin.” The same can be said for autonomous technology. On the latest episode, we spoke with Amy Chu, Director of the Automated Vehicle Safety Consortium, to discuss how she navigates the conversation between the exciting innovations in autonomy and the actual market application for successful acceptance.
From understanding the engineering and technology behind new products to investigating the value for consumers, Chu explores autonomy from all angles to discover why it matters to the mobility industry, companies and people. Explore real-world applications of new products and understand how they’ll play a part in our everyday lives.
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Apr 1, 2021
51. Bear Flag Robotics, Helping Farmers Improve Sustainability
Sustainable farming is within reach and Bear Flag Robotics is part of the collage of technology that’s making it happen. On the latest episode, we spoke with Igino Cafiero and Aubrey Donnellan, Founders of Bear Flag Robotics, to discuss how the unique business model enables business and farming success.
From their days at Carnegie Mellon to the present, the unique perspectives of Cafiero and Donnellan have helped build the Bear Flag Robotics business on diversity of thought, transparency and trust. Discover how they bring these same ideals to business relationships with farmers and how Bear Flag’s technology plays a role in safety, productivity and sustainability.
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Mar 25, 2021
50. How Fox Robotics is Transforming Warehouse Logistics for the Better
Technology offers a way of taking something imaginary and making it a reality. On the latest episode, we spoke with Peter Anderson-Sprecher, Chief Technical Officer at Fox Robotics, to discuss how his early exposure to computers and technology led to imagining, creating and implementing an innovative robotic system to help reimagine supply chain.
Fox Robotics is transforming the world of warehouse logistics. While the supply chain is an invisible process that society takes for granted, Fox Robotics is ensuring the safe and efficient loading and unloading of cargo by combining traditional forklifts with innovative robotic software. Discover how robots are becoming more ubiquitous in the future and how Fox is a part of the process.
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Mar 18, 2021
49. How Robots and Humans Work Together for a Better Tomorrow with RE2 Robotics
What if robots could make the world better and safer for all? On the latest episode, we spoke with Jorgen Pedersen, President & CEO and Amanda Sgroi, Ph.D., Principal Research Scientist at RE2 Robotics, to discuss how they’re using robotics to do just that.
Solving safety issues in medicine, construction, defense and more, RE2 is using robotics to amplify human capabilities and expertise, making the world a safer and more efficient place. Understand the role robotics play in the future and the systems put in place to keep humans out of harm's way.
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Mar 11, 2021
48. How Teamwork and Human-Centered Design Give Arrival an Edge in Mobility
What does a rowing team have to do with zero-emission mobility? A lot actually. On the latest episode, we spoke with Karandeep Bhogal, Director of Engineering U.S. at Arrival, to discuss how his experience rowing informed the collaborative work style he brings to his team and why that’s key to creating efficient, well-designed mobility solutions for the future.
AV solutions can’t just look cool, they have to function properly and meet the needs of the people using them. Understand the relationship between aesthetics and functionality as Bhogal explains the importance of Arrival’s human-centered approach to design, creating the ultimate product in mobility.
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Mar 4, 2021
47. Investing In the Future of Mobility with Trucks Venture Capital
There are a few items necessary to transform the future of mobility: a game-changing idea, a diverse and talented team to execute on it and the funding to bring that idea to life. In this episode we spoke with Reilly P. Brennan, General Partner of Trucks Venture Capital, to discuss how the transportation-focused fund is looking at the big picture to the companies, industries and technology that are transforming the way we move and live.
From the acquisitions and growth of big-box retailers into the mobility market to the relationship between the cost and value of transportation products, Reilly highlights the important factors to consider when investing in transportation and the impact it has on tomorrow.
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Feb 25, 2021
46. Why Passengers’ Boredom Is a Good Thing with Intel Corporation
Will there ever be a world with no incidents on the road? From major crashes to fender benders, driving comes with risk, but what happens when the driving is left to the machine? In this episode we spoke with Jack Weast, Intel Fellow at Intel Corporation, to examine the safety of driving from all angles and how we can eradicate most driving incidents on the road with autonomous technology.
Whether it’s how Intel Corporation is crowd-sourcing to accurately map cities or how it’s using Responsibility-Sensitive Safety (RSS) to bake in reasonable assumptions and decipher what is safe while driving, Jack Weast explains the steps taken to make every passengers’ ride safe and boring.
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Feb 18, 2021
45. Self-Driving For The Long Haul with Kodiak Robotics
Kodiak Robotics is delivering more than freight, it’s delivering the future. We spoke with Andreas Wendel, Vice President of Engineering at Kodiak Robotics, to discuss how they became a developer of reliable, highway-tested self-driving long haul trucks and the elements required to develop safe vehicles that perform consistently, delivering freight to commercial customers with a 100% on-time delivery record.
Discover the difference between range of visibility and range of confidence across cameras, lidar and radar, and why this three-pronged approach allows Kodiak to develop the software and technology that enables zero disengagements across 800 miles.
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Feb 11, 2021
44. Going Turbo with McLaren: The Engine Company
The Delorian. The Diamondback Viper. The Pontiac Grand Prix Turbo. McLaren has had a long rich history, engineering and building engines that have raced through history. We spoke with Wiley R. McCoy, Technical Advisor, McLaren Engineering and Roger S. Meiners, retired CEO, current Technical Advisor and Author of McLaren: The Engine Company, to discuss how the legacy of McLaren engineering and racing lives on.
Racing requires perfection. Discover how the precision, process, hardwork and discipline of developing and creating McLaren’s turbo-charged racing engines attracted manufacturers and influenced the production industry and hear first-hand what it was like to work on some of the world’s most impressive automotive marvels from the people who worked on them.
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Feb 4, 2021
43. How Luminar is Introducing Safe Autonomy to the World
Have you ever driven on the freeway and come across an object in the road? Whether it’s a piece of lumber fallen from a truck or a tire, you have to make a decision about how to safely avoid collision and damage to your vehicle. With Luminar’s Lidar technology, the car can make that decision for you. We spoke with Aaron Jefferson, Vice President of Product at Luminar, to discuss how today’s Lidar systems are designed to mitigate and avoid accidents and promote highway safety.
Through its partnership with Volvo, Luminar continues a heritage of safety and trust with high performance Lidar technology. Discover how Volvo and Luminar are solving for those highway situations – even through darkness and inclement weather – why Lidar is the third element necessary to safely get to your destination and how Jefferson uses his voice within the organization to inspire the next generation of engineers.
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Jan 28, 2021
42. Micromobility for the Masses With Swiftmile
What if your commute to work was fun, fast and convenient? Swiftmile is answering the call, building the infrastructures that cities and businesses need to enable large scale adoption of micromobility. On this episode, Keith Moravick, CTO and VP of Engineering and Product at Swiftmile, joins us to share how his experience researching and riding light electric vehicles (LEVs) enables continuous innovation in the world of electric and solar bikes, scooters and more.
Swiftmile is making micromobility accessible and efficient across cities. From developing charging stations and racks for removing the clutter of scooters on streets to adding more transportation options in convenient urban areas, Swiftmile is meeting the needs of commuters, businesses and cities. Discover how “playing” with LEVs has led Keith and Swiftmile to lead the way, enabling micromobility accessibility for all.
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Jan 21, 2021
40. Enabling the Journey to Mobile Electrification with ChargePoint
Bill Loewenthal, Senior Vice President, Product at ChargePoint, joins us to share his insights on the unstoppable migration to electric vehicles by the masses and how ChargePoint is enabling this adoption with the right hardware and technology.
From the benefits of the fuel-while-parked model over the drive-to-fuel model, to the design and infrastructure behind the charging network, Loewenthal shares how ChargePoint has been on the bleeding edge of this technology. Discover how this electrifying network will soon integrate with your life—at home, work and through the apps on your phone—and the efficiency of future charging stations.
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Jan 15, 2021
41. The Road Ahead in 2021
For this mini-sode, we wanted to take a moment to say thank you for listening in 2020 and give you a glimpse at what 2021 has to offer.
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Jan 7, 2021
39. 2020 Recap: How Aerospace Innovation Takes Flight
Imagine calling for an Uber and having an eVTOL show up to take you to your destination. Imagine traveling at supersonic speeds without the booming and disruptive noise. Imagine taking off in an airplane that has absolutely no pilot. On this last installment of our 2020 Recap Series, we’re not only imagining this innovation, we’re exploring how aerospace and mobility leaders are making it a reality.
Our guests throughout the year have come from leading companies across industries including aircraft design, aerospace and autonomy. On this episode discover the advances in commercial travel and how Siemens Digital Industries Software is saving you time, explore how Uber Elevate is changing the game for rideshare, and how Aerion is solving the noise issue of supersonic travel.
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Dec 30, 2020
38. 2020 Recap: Engineers Are Transforming the World Around Us
Have you ever thought about the hours of research, exploration and experimentation that went on to create the coatings that protect your car? That made digital mapping possible? That enables self-driving technology? During this installment of our 2020 Recap Series, we’re taking a look behind the curtain at the engineering that makes innovation possible.
From the infrastructure that creates the foundation of autonomy to the diverse teams and perspectives that help develop the technology, we take a look at how companies – and their people – are building the future. Discover the importance of coatings that color our world with PPG, explore the technology of mapping systems with DeepMap, dig into the infrastructure needed to make electric vehicles accessible with Cruise and learn how diversity in hiring is a key to success for Argo AI.
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Dec 23, 2020
37. 2020 Recap: Navigating The Path to Profitability
SAE Tomorrow Today enables powerful conversations with leaders and innovators across industries. Engaging with audiences, old and new, we’ve connected with some of the world’s most impactful tech and mobility companies to get a glimpse into the future. During our 2020 Recap series, we’re reopening these conversations, exploring new issues and topics as we move into the new year.
This year, many organizations across industries were faced with unique challenges and obstacles – especially within the mobility industry. During this first installment we dive deeper into the companies that met these challenges with innovative solutions, navigating a path to profitability in trying times. Discover how Gatik AI solved one of the world’s challenges and achieved profitability, explore how Penske’s partnerships helped generate revenue, see how Chipotle experimented with digital innovation and learn why having vision is the key to success.
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Dec 17, 2020
36. Impacts of Human Factors on Aviation Safety
Are you willing to fly on the plane you maintained and inspected? Tony Janco, retired FAA safety inspector and former aviation mechanic, poses this question to anyone interested in entering the field as it highlights the importance and pressures of being the final barrier between ground and flight.
In this compelling conversation spanning Janco’s 45-year career in aircraft inspections, maintenance and policy, he illustrates the passion and precision required in the field and the small margin for human error when performing heavy checks on an aircraft before takeoff. Learn about the importance of aircraft instruments, the dangers of get-home-itis and the tricky things that can happen midflight that impact getting back on the ground safely.
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Dec 10, 2020
35. Will Travel Ever Be the Same Again: Exploring the Post-COVID World with Sven Taubert, of Lufthansa Technik
What’s next after the pandemic? Many industries have been asking that question and during SAE’s Roundtable Series on the impacts of COVID-19 some companies are searching for the answer. This week we were joined by guest co-hosts, Dr. Sven Beiker, External Advisor at SAE International, and Sven Taubert, Head of Corporate Foresight & Market Intelligence at Lufthansa Technik, to discuss their SAE roundtable conversation and look at ways that can continue to support members as they tackle the challenges of tomorrow.
Sven Taubert shared his perspective on what it means to plan for a pandemic as an airline and addressed the pressing question, “Will travel ever be the same?” Discover why Lufthansa Technik is in the business of trust and what consolidations are on the horizon for the aviation industry in response to the global pandemic.
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Dec 3, 2020
34. Exploring Sustainable-Energy Alternatives with Hydrogen Expert Bart Kolodziejczyk
The automotive industry is getting ready for a massive energy revolution. From fossil fuels to electrical batteries, the next wave of sustainable energy lies in hydrogen fuel cell technology.
This week, host Grayson Brulte spoke with hydrogen expert Bart Kolodziejczyk about the R&D behind the latest automotive-energy makeover and the infrastructure needed to make hydrogen fuel stations more accessible around the world.
Explore the rainbow of hydrogen – from green to blue to yellow – and the origin and use for each. Learn about the first Shell hydrogen fuel station and why Iceland is the optimal location for renewable energy. Discover just how far a single tank of hydrogen can go.
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Nov 25, 2020
33. Building Next-Gen Electric Vehicles From the Ground Up with Lucid Motors
Small but mighty. That’s the future of electric vehicles. As Lucid Motors prepares to launch its first vehicle, Lucid Air, next spring, the company will also be proving that passengers don’t have to sacrifice luxury, power and space for efficiency and innovation. We spoke with Eric Bach, Vice President of Hardware Engineering at Lucid Motors, to get a look “under the hood” and understand the technology that’s transforming how we think about electric vehicles.
Discover how Lucid Motors’ competitive nature launched the company into the racing scene, how miniaturization plays a key role in Lucid Air’s innovation and how customers can harness the vehicle's electric technology to power life beyond the car itself.
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Nov 19, 2020
32. Discover How Deloitte is Approaching Mobility’s Future and Impacting Daily Lives Through Innovation
How can leading brands and innovative companies work together to move people and goods in a cleaner, safer, cheaper and faster way? Host Grayson Brulte spoke with Rasheq Zarif, Managing Director and Future Mobility Tech Leader at Deloitte Consulting LLP, to discuss Deloitte's approach to the future of mobility.
Learn about the four no-regret moves companies are making to navigate the future in a post-pandemic world. Explore what’s needed in mobility to make it accessible and scalable – no matter where we are. Discover why Texas is the epicenter of autonomous freight.
Imagine what the future holds as innovators and leaders discover new ways to seamlessly move people and things, so we don’t have to think twice about it.
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Nov 12, 2020
31. How Mastercard is Applying QR, Blockchain, and AI Technology to Advance the Future of Mobile Payments
From cash and credit to QR and crypto, the world of payments has undergone multiple transformations. What does the future hold for payment technology and how will it impact the way we travel? Host, Grayson Brulte spoke with Dave Glaser, Senior Vice President of Product and Merchant Development at Mastercard, to discuss how they’re investing in the payment ecosystem through a multi-rail strategy, including digital currencies, QR payment platforms and digital banking, expanding the future payments around the world to make it easy to move, travel and pay.
Mastercard, the fin-tech leader best known for credit and debit card usage, is evolving the global e-commerce landscape, adopting new software, cloud computing technologies, and contactless payments to enable secure, easy transactions. By connecting innovative payment methods to up-and-coming transportation systems – from autonomous vehicles to rideshare – people can travel, pay and be on their way. Discover what's next for Mast…
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Nov 5, 2020
30. How Velodyne Became a Leader in LiDAR with Anand Gopalan
Today's episode is a special chat between host Grayson Brulte and Anand Gopalan, CEO of Velodyne LiDAR.
Grayson and Anand discuss the early days of Velodyne, being the CEO of a publicly-traded company, and the growth of the LiDAR market. Enjoy this episode! Please let us know what you thought.
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Oct 29, 2020
29. Why Infrastructure Planning is Undergoing a Massive Shift with Malcolm Dougherty of Michael Baker International
A strong infrastructure is the backbone for transportation. This week, host Grayson Brulte sits down with Malcolm Dougherty, Sr. Vice President and National Practice Executive at global engineering firm Michael Baker International to talk about creating a seamless multimodal transportation system that positively benefits society.
He looks at his career journey, which began when the U.S. was finishing the interstate highway system, and how we’ve moved to a more strategic approach for handling transportation, mobility, access and demand.
Malcolm discusses planning for a frictionless mobility future through singular payment options and connected modes of travel; the infrastructure changes and energy grid improvements needed to further support the shift to electric cars and buses; and how airports and stadiums, especially those in dense urban environments, will be impacted by vehicle electrification.
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Oct 22, 2020
28. Safety at the Forefront of Mobility
Jennifer Morrison, Manager of Vehicle Safety Compliance, Mazda North America joins host Grayson Brulte on SAE Tomorrow Today to discuss all of the facets of safety in the world of mobility.
Jennifer kicks things off by recounting her emotional experiences investigating highway crashes while at the National Transportation Safety Board.
She then digs into why safety must be a foundational element for every mobility company, the importance of standardizing safety features in vehicles, training dealers to inform car buyers on proper usage of safety features, how schools and groups can educate themselves on their transportation service providers, and how autonomous mobility will shift our future driving habits.
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Oct 15, 2020
27. Innovating Commercial Trucking – Bill Combs of Penske Transportation Solutions
There is more to Penske than meets the eye. As the largest non-governmental commercial trucking fleet in the world, Penske has instilled a culture of learning to tackle practical innovations to improve and advance the industry.
This week, host Grayson Brulte chats with Bill Combs, Vice President of Connected Vehicle Strategy and Experimentation at Penske Transportation Solutions, about the world of commercial trucking.
The conversation kicks off in a unique way as Bill compares the lessons he learned experimenting with food ingredients in culinary school with the technology experimentation he now works on at Penske. Bill discusses how some of Penske’s partnerships with companies like Daimler and TuSimple have enabled the organization to better serve all of its fleet and maintenance partners through learnings about electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles and data analytics.
Bill explores the changing landscape of the commercial vehicle industry, tackling the issues of electrificatio…
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Oct 8, 2020
26. Reinventing Transportation in a Positive Way - Bryan Salesky of Argo AI
Pittsburgh has become a hotbed for mobility innovation and one of the leaders is undoubtedly Argo AI.
This week, host Grayson Brulte is joined by our Steel City neighbor Bryan Salesky, co-founder and CEO of Argo AI, to discuss Argo’s approach to automated vehicles, the role of autonomy in improving mobility for all, and how the education system should develop smarter thinkers and future leaders.
Throughout the conversation, Bryan discusses how safety plays an essential role in establishing autonomous vehicles as a trusted technology that people will understand, adopt and support. And as such, the defining legacy of eliminating cars crashes to improve society is touched upon.
Bryan talks about how Argo has built relationships and partnerships with cities based on mutual trust and respect. He details Argo’s approach to solving specific needs in cities; the company’s efforts in Washington, DC, Austin, Texas, and Miami; the importance of a playbook to operationalize consiste…
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Oct 1, 2020
25. Let's Do Electric and Decarbonization Faster – Rob Grant of Cruise
Cruise is creating an entirely new transportation experience. Rob Grant, Vice President of Global Government Affairs at Cruise, joins host Grayson Brulte this week to talk all things Cruise and offer his perspective on the importance of autonomous and electric vehicles as we strive for a clean and equitable future.
Rob explains some of Cruise’s core philosophies: that AVs should be accessible to everyone regardless of socioeconomic and physical status; the importance of reinforcing vehicle safety so it becomes engrained in minds; and attacking climate change with EVs.
He shares emotional details on the 100,000 contactless deliveries that Cruise vehicles have made to San Franciscans in need during COVID-19, then pivots to some forward-looking efforts including partnership opportunities, community and educational engagements and investments, and how learnings from the current pandemic are being applied to better prepare society for future pandemics.
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Sep 24, 2020
24. We Can Learn So Much From Watching Paint Dry – Calum Munro of PPG Industries
Paints and coatings surround us so much that we take them for granted. But beyond their visual appeal, coatings play an invaluable role in protecting our cars, aircrafts and structures to make our lives better and safer. Calum Munro, Senior Scientist, Mobility at PPG Industries, joins host Grayson Brulte this week to give us a crash course on how the coatings industry is adapting, innovating and leading in the changing mobility landscape.
We look at the practical and scientific elements within the coatings industry and how they differ across various transportation mediums, from electric vehicles to autonomous vehicles to micromobility vehicles to aircraft. Calum explains how coatings are more than just fun colors as they are being developed in ways that incorporate visible light wavelengths, ultraviolet wavelengths and near-infrared wavelengths, which become especially relevant as mobility further adopts radar and LiDAR technologies in sensors.
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Sep 17, 2020
23. One Day Kids Will Play in the Streets Again – Ashwini Chhabra of Electric Avenue
What will cities look like as we come out of the COVID-19 pandemic? Ashwini Chhabra, Co-Founder & Principal of Electric Avenue, joins host Grayson Brulte this week to offer his take on how trends that have emerged during the shutdown can, and likely will, transfer as cities begin to open back up.
First, Grayson talks with Ashwini’s about his background that has transitioned from the financial service sector to the New York City education system to the urban transportation space, and how he has applied private sector thinking to public sector problems. With Ashwini’s background in education, the conversation looks at how schools in New York are taking advantage of available outside space and how prioritizing public space will play an important role in city planning.
Ashwini discusses the importance of planning ahead to move people around in the ways they need to properly function the city by using all forms of transportation. The New York City subway system gets a long look as wel…
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Sep 11, 2020
22. Chipotle’s Pioneering Approach to Digital – Nicole West of Chipotle Mexican Grill
How does a quick service restaurant transform itself into a lifestyle brand? For Chipotle Mexican Grill, its all about being real and staying ahead of digital trends to create the ultimate customer experience. Nicole West, Vice President of Digital Strategy and Product for Chipotle, joins host Grayson Brulte this week to discuss the digital experience that Chipotle has pioneered within the industry.
Nicole shares her experience building Chipotle’s digital commerce business and how consumer adoption of digital ordering and experiences has led to digital making up 61% of company sales in Q2 2020. She discusses what trends the company saw when it developed the industry’s first ordering app and how they continue to experiment with new ways to engage with customers and drive sales.
As the conversation continues, Nicole explains the ways that Chipotle has innovated and disrupted the industry when appropriate, including its ordering app, Chipotlanes, Digital Kitchen, packaging, walk-up…
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Sep 3, 2020
21. Safer Air Travel Through Predictive Analytics – Rhonda Walthall of Collins Aerospace
This week, Rhonda Walthall, Fellow, Prognostics & Health Management at Collins Aerospace, joins host Grayson Brulte for a conversation that looks at the role of predictive analytics and aircraft health management systems in creating safer and more efficient air travel.
Rhonda brings us back to her early memories of idolizing fellow Ohioan Neil Armstrong and how he influenced her childhood dreams of being an astronaut and ultimately attending Purdue University to become an aeronautical engineer. She shares stories of her role in the development of the Boeing C-17 Globemaster, including becoming the first civilian woman to fly on the aircraft, and what that aircraft’s legacy is to history.
The conversation covers how aircraft health management systems are helping reduce tarmac delays to eliminate delays and create smoother travel experiences; what efforts Collins Aerospace is undertaking as a leader in this space; and how detailed monitoring can reduce heavy maintenance checks that m…
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Aug 27, 2020
20. America, Leading the Way on Innovation – Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA)
The best way to predict the future is to invent it. Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) joins host Grayson Brulte to share her steadfast belief that American innovation and ingenuity will help us win the future.
Throughout this powerful and empowered conversation, Rep. McMorris Rodgers discusses the key priorities for the House Energy and Commerce Committee, including bills to spur AI and autonomous vehicles, among other technologies on the forefront of innovation as a way to incentivize free market American ingenuity and empower entrepreneurs.
She looks back on her humble beginnings working on her family’s farm in Kettle Falls, Washington, and explains how it shaped her work ethic and built her approach to governing.
Rep. McMorris Rodgers and Grayson look at where future innovation will come from, starting in K-12 through universities as more programs, especially those that combine public and private investment, focus on enriching women and young girls in STEM fields.
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Aug 21, 2020
19. Great Things Take Time - VC's View on Technology with Jason Illian, Managing Director, Koch Disruptive Technologies
From building software companies to investing in new technologies, Jason Illian, Managing Director at Koch Disruptive Technologies, has seen both sides of the innovation spectrum.
He joins host Grayson Brulte to share a venture capitalist’s perspective on investing in disruptive technologies and sectors, how creating a level market playing field that enables the best technologies and companies to succeed benefits society as a whole, and the ways parents can create teachable moments to inspire kids for lifelong learnings.
The conversation looks at the trends that are being accelerated due to the COVID-19 pandemic, from the education landscape to medical technologies to warehousing and logistics. Jason closes out the discussion by sharing the vision and focus for the future of Koch Disruptive Technologies and offering advice to burgeoning entrepreneurs who want to raise capital for the first time.
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Aug 13, 2020
18. How the Space Coast Became the Comeback Coast - Jimmy Patronis, CFO of the State of Florida
The State of Florida is open for business and building a name for itself as a hub for the space industry, supersonic jets and autonomous vehicles. Jimmy Patronis, the state’s Chief Financial Officer, is the man who manages all the budgets, keeps the trains running and even serves as the fire marshal. He sits down with host Grayson Brulte to talk about the revitalization of the “Space Coast” and how emerging technology companies can succeed in Florida.
Before the conversation kicks off though, Grayson gets Jimmy to explain his ongoing Twitter pursuit of Elon Musk to bring SolarCity to Florida. The two segue into how the “Space Coast” has revitalized itself into the “Comeback Coast” as private sectors have come to Florida to start businesses and add jobs. Jimmy explains the role that government plays in this process to help industries grow and prosper.
The conversation explores the commercialization of space flights and how space tourism can bolster Florida’s econom…
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Aug 7, 2020
17. Constant Innovation in Aviation - Mark Cousin, CEO of Acubed
As the innovation center for Airbus, Acubed is bringing the Silicon Valley approach to advancement to the aerospace industry. Mark Cousin, CEO of Acubed, joins host Grayson Brulte for an in-depth conversation on the aviation innovations that Acubed is working on to improve efficiency and safety.
Mark shares with us the important developments that Acubed and Airbus have made over the past 10-15 years to help the organization achieve year-over-year efficiencies; how Acubed has evolved over the past five years to become a more targeted innovation center; and some of the specific innovations, including Fly by Wire, Project Wayfinder and ATOL, that demonstrate the importance of machine learning and AI to enable autonomy that will improve safety of commercial aviation, reduce costs and address the pilot shortage. He also gives a sneak peek at some of the current and future projects in the works at Acubed that will advance Airbus’ vision for innovation, including unmanned traffic managem…
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Jul 30, 2020
16. Supersonic Travel: Getting You Across the Globe in 3 Hours - Tom Vice, Chairman, President and CEO of Aerion
Aerion plans to bring back the Golden Age of Flying, only this time, it will be done by an environmentally conscious, technology-innovative company. Tom Vice, Chairman, President and CEO of Aerion, lends his expertise in supersonic aviation to the podcast for a conversation with host Grayson Brulte on all things Aerion, plus insights into why the aviation industry stopped innovating and what the future holds.
Tom walks us through his journey into aviation, from watching every Apollo launch on a small, black and white TV to working on the B2 Bomber to the “most incredible thing” he worked on at Northrop Grumman: the James Webb Space Telescope, which Tom believes could be the tool that finds life beyond Earth. Tom recalls the lessons he’s learned along the way and how they have shaped his vision for innovation and sustainability.
Tom shares the vision for Aerion Connect, which builds out the entire travel ecosystem and experience—FBOs, travelling to-from airports, airplanes…
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Jul 23, 2020
15. Media’s Perspective on Mobility - Alan Ohnsman, Sr. Editor of Future Mobility at Forbes
The mobility ecosystem covers a lot of ground, so who better to provide insight than someone reporting on every facet on a daily basis? It’s a new perspective this week as Alan Ohnsman, Senior Editor of Future Mobility at Forbes, joins host Grayson Brulte to offer insight on the future of transportation. This wide-ranging conversation covers everything from electric vehicles and autonomous trucking to the re-emergence of passenger trains and how we’ll traverse Los Angeles over the next decade, plus a look at some of the major players emerging in mobility.
Alan kicks off the conversation at the beginning of his career in Japan, where his appreciation for trains, efficient mass transit and smart cities was born. Grayson and Alan quickly jump into a conversation about all things Tesla: what were Alan’s initial impressions of the company back in 2006 and how has that perception changed, what would happen if Elon Musk stopped tweeting, and what happens to Tesla, A.E. (After Elon)?…
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Jul 16, 2020
14. All Things Ridesharing with “The Rideshare Guy” Harry Campbell
The Rideshare Guy, Harry Campbell, hails a ride on this week’s episode to share his first hand expertise on ridesharing and food delivery with host Grayson Brulte.
How does one go from being a structural engineer to a finance blogger to one of the leading voices in ridesharing? Harry shares the winding road that led to his blogging venture and the on-the-ground lessons he has learned to help others working in the industry maximize their opportunities.
Harry and Grayson step into the political realm as they explore the impacts of California’s AB5 on the rideshare economy. How do drivers feel about this bill? What are the benefits and drawbacks to drivers? How will AB5 impact the ridesharing businesses themselves? And how might a Democratic Vice President candidate elevate this California issue to the national stage?
The conversation shifts to the future of food delivery services as Harry and Grayson discuss whether or not consolidations and acquisitions are inevitable, if the indust…
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Jul 10, 2020
13. How Autonomy is Shaping Modern Medicine - Dr. Peter Weiss, Co-Founder, Rodeo Drive Women's Health Center
It’s a unique take on mobility this week as Dr. Peter Weiss, Co-Founder of the Rodeo Drive Women's Health Center in Beverly Hills, California sits down with host Grayson Brulte to discuss the intersection between autonomous vehicles and medical technology advancements.
With this episode being recording during a global pandemic, Dr. Weiss briefly touches on how pandemics are identified and the measures we can take to stay healthy and safe as we travel. The conversation shifts to the current COVID-19 pandemic and how the crisis has actually advanced medical and AV artificial intelligence (AI) a generation ahead with people ready for the next generation of services.
Dr. Weiss and Grayson dig deep into medical AI advancements and the role they will play in the burgeoning AV market. From what happens if you have an emergency medical condition in an SAE Level 5 AV to what type of standardized cleanliness criteria is needed for shared AVs?
The conversation closes out with additiona…
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Jul 2, 2020
12. Mapping the Path to Full Autonomy – Mark Wheeler, Co-Founder & CTO, DeepMap
This week, we dig into the world of mapping as Mark Wheeler, Co-Founder & CTO of DeepMap, chats with host Grayson Brulte about the impact of HD maps on the evolution of autonomous vehicles.
Mark takes us on his career journey, from grad school at Carnegie Mellon University to his first job at Apple to the cryptic email that led to his groundbreaking mapping work at Leica to his reluctance to join “that search engine company,” Google. Mark also shares his personal history with his DeepMap co-founder and former Google desk mate, James Wu.
Grayson and Mark jump into why HD maps are the missing piece to solve full self-driving. Mark discusses the challenges that HD maps can solve by being able to “look around corners and look 10 seconds into the future." He explains the importance of being able to update maps on-the-go, in a matter of seconds, and how precise localization improves change detection to create a safer mode of transportation. He also disputes Tesla’s claim that a…
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Jun 26, 2020
11. Space, The Next Frontier – Dale Tutt, Vice President, Aerospace and Defense Industry, Siemens Digital Industries Software
We are headed for the stars and traveling faster than the speed of sound, as Dale Tutt, Vice President, Aerospace and Defense Industry at Siemens Digital Industries Software, joins host Grayson Brulte to discuss all things aerospace.
Dale shares how early moon exploration missions kickstarted his lifelong interest in space and aviation, then offers insight on how private sector investment has jumpstarted us to get to the moon faster, more frequently and even, permanently.
As the conversation shifts to Dale’s time at Bombardier and Cessna, he and Grayson discuss the future of supersonic jets: speed of transit, sustainability, business efficiencies and effectiveness, and alignment with eVTOLs that will enable market growth.
The passion for flight shines though as Dale recounts his role as the lead for the Textron Air-Land Scorpion project, which culminated in his chance to actually fly the Scorpion, as well as stories about his first solo flight as an instrument-rated pilot. D…
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Jun 19, 2020
10. The Future of Urban Air Mobility – Mark Moore, Director of Strategy, Uber Elevate
We take to the sky as a pioneering voice in VTOL, Mark Moore, Director of Strategy at Uber Elevate, joins host Grayson Brulte to walk through his journey from NASA to Uber and how eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft) will lead to redesigned cities with transportation freedom.
Mark breaks down the misconceptions of eVTOLs and their benefits compared to helicopters, including reduced noise pollution and the safety parameters built into eVTOL design that create thrusting control redundancies to ensure continued operation even if a part is broken. He shares his unique perspective on how the traditional roles of commercial operators and government agencies have flipped with Silicon Valley leading the charge on the technological innovations and capital investment for eVTOLs.
The two discuss Uber’s Elevate strategy of collaboration for the establishment of an ecosystem of developers, public officials and key stakeholders to make the endeavor a reality. Mark compares the…
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Jun 12, 2020
9. The Future of Delivery is Autonomous – Gautam Narang, Co-Founder and CEO, Gatik AI
The “middle mile” is the segment where Gatik AI is planting its flag. Gautam Narang, Co-Founder and CEO of Gatik AI, joins host Grayson Brulte to talk about how the company’s focus on middle mile autonomous delivery to help alleviate logistical and delivery challenges has set them apart from others in the AV industry.
The conversation kicks off with how Gautam’s early life played a major role in the founding of Gatik, starting with his mother’s job as a science teacher in India spurring his interest in robotics to his professional desire to have a big impact on society. Gautam and Grayson discuss recent developments at Gatik, including the launch of the autonomous box truck and partnership with Walmart, which have helped enable the retailer’s rapid growth of online grocery delivery.
They also identify Gatik’s target market segments, thoughtful approach to growth, and goal to serve entire middle mile segment with different kind of form factors. As the conversation turns…
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Jun 5, 2020
8. Times When You Have to Take the Right Risk – David Estrada, Chief Legal Officer, Nuro
David Estrada, Chief Legal Officer at Nuro, joins host Grayson Brulte to discuss the leading factors of the mobility revolution. David kicks off by sharing the familial inspiration that shaped his well-rounded perspective.
The two dive right in to how mobility has changed over the past two years and the role that tech companies’ heavy investment in self-driving cars will shape the future. David then shares his perspective on how an elected official’s first impression of riding in an AV compared to his own. Grayson and David dig into how the vision of Larry Page at Google pushed investment and development into AV.
David then shares insights on driving behaviors and what kinds of trips can be replaced by AVs. The two look at what’s next for Nuro’s AV delivery services, why Houston as the ideal test market for AV delivery services, the benefits of Nuro’s vehicles and the greatest challenges for scaling services.
The AV conversation shifts to why SAE Level 2 automated systems wil…
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Feb 11, 2020
7. Creating a Technological Backbone for Connectivity – Jeff Stewart, Assistant Vice President of Global Public Policy, AT&T
Technological advancements are the backbone for mass deployment of connected solutions. When Jeff Stewart, Assistant Vice President of Global Public Policy at AT&T, joins host Grayson Brulte at SAE’s Government/Industry Meeting, they run the gamut of innovations impacting the world around us.
As the world shifts focus to 5G, Jeff shares AT&T’s 5G policy, explores what the town of the future looks like and digs into the importance of fiber backhaul for continued advancement. Grayson and Jeff talk about the importance of cyber security as it relates to developing public trust of technology and bridging the gap between politicians and connectivity.
Jeff then provides details on the AT&T Drive Studio Lab that has positioned the company in the AV sector with its first facility solely dedicated to connected car innovation and research.
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Feb 11, 2020
6. Diversified Oil Companies Will Become Diversified Energy Companies – Vince Lichtinger, Manager of Fuels and Emerging Technology Group, Marathon Petroleum Corporation
To close out the first series of SAE Tomorrow Today, Vince Lichtinger, Manager of Fuels and Emerging Technology Group at the Marathon Petroleum Corporation, talks with host Grayson Brulte at SAE’s Government/Industry Meeting about the changes in the petroleum business over his 31-year career and the impact that Marathon has had on the industry.
Vince discusses the ever-increasing importance of educating consumers about petroleum technology as the demand for energy continues to grow. Grayson steers the conversation to get Vince’s thoughts on the industry’s shift to autonomy and how that impacts the future of Marathon.
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Feb 11, 2020
5. Design Technology with Children in Mind – Valentina Graci, Ph.D., Research Scientist, Center for Injury Research and Prevention (CIRP) and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
Hospitals aren’t often associated with mobility innovation. Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) Center for Injury Research and Prevention (CIRP) shifts that thinking.
Valentina Graci, Ph.D., a research scientist at CIRP/CHOP, sits down with host Grayson Brulte at SAE’s Government/Industry Meeting to discuss all things child safety in vehicles, including her research efforts on automotive safety, autonomous vehicles warnings, safe seat design and position, seatbelts and why AV designs should consider the current and future unique safety needs of children.
Valentina details why CHOP is focusing on AV research, discusses the proper use of booster seats for keeping children safe and looks to when children might ride in an AV without a parent.
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Feb 11, 2020
4. Building Government Trust in AVs – Brad Stertz, Director of Government Affairs, Audi
The career journey of Brad Stertz, Director of Government Affairs at Audi, took him from the news desk to a leadership role in the automotive industry.
Brad joins host Grayson Brulte at SAE’s Government/Industry Meeting to talk about the importance of showcasing autonomous technology to local government officials as a way to create understanding and develop legislation.
Throughout the conversation, Brad shares his insights on a number of government-related topics, including the differing AV policy laws in New York, California and Florida, as well as how the deployment of scooters in cities compares to AVs.
Grayson and Brad discuss the importance of the perception of AV safety among public and government officials, focusing on the false narratives in the Autonomous Vehicle Engagement Reports, building trust and the AV Start Act.
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Feb 11, 2020
3. Oil and Natural Gas… Driving Industry and Technology – Dr. R. Dean Foreman, Chief Economist, API
Dr. R. Dean Foreman, Chief Economist at API, talks with host Grayson Brulte at SAE’s Government/Industry Meeting about the strides the natural gas and oil industry has made over the past decade to drive innovative solutions to the real-world problems of today.
Dean discusses the efforts that the industry is focusing on to remain part of the climate change solution, while looking at the new technologies being employed to deliver results.
As the automotive industry shifts priorities to electric vehicles, Dean speaks to the immediate market trends to focus on the increasing market share of natural gas for power generation as a cost alternative option for today’s needs and the supply chain issues impacting the EV market.
Grayson and Dean wrap up their conversation exploring the future of the changing industry in the U.S.
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Feb 11, 2020
2. Our Trucks Have to Drive Like a Human – Robert Brown, Head of Public & Government Affairs, TuSimple
Robert Brown, Head of Public & Government Affairs at TuSimple, joins host Grayson Brulte at SAE’s Government/Industry Meeting to discuss the current and future state of autonomous trucking. Robert shares TuSimple’s focus on achieving SAE J3016 Level 4 automation for heavy duty trucks, expansion plans into Australia, vision for using EVs for long-haul, last deployment and collegiate-level automated trucking program.
Grayson and Robert also highlight the benefits of automation to everyday consumers and the economy. The conversation turns to the impact of automation on long-haul trucking jobs, the current state of the trucking industry and how TuSimple is learning from drivers to ensure that their trucks drive like a human.
To close out the discussion, Grayson and Robert review the innovative features TuSimple is introducing to the market, safety culture and perception of autonomous trucking’s impact on the U.S. economy.
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Feb 11, 2020
1. I Count Progress in Lives Saved - Mark R. Rosekind, Chief Safety Innovation Officer, Zoox
Zoox is driving autonomously in ways that no one else has shown. The company’s approach makes Chief Safety Innovation Officer Mark R. Rosekind, Ph.D, the perfect inaugural guest for SAE Tomorrow Today.
Host Grayson Brulte sits down with Mark at SAE’s Government/Industry Meeting to discuss Mark’s unique background as a scientist studying sleep at NASA and at NHTSA, and how those experiences shaped his efforts at Zoox.
Grayson and Mark focus much of their conversation on Zoox’s commitment to safety, including the importance of seatbelt usage and how different testing environments impact policy. Mark also dives into a deep discussion about the powerful impact that his father’s role as a police officer played in forging Zoox’s transparent partnership with law enforcement officials and why he “always counts progress in lives saved".
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Jan 21, 2020
Introducing Tomorrow Today
Welcome to SAE Tomorrow Today, a weekly podcast from SAE International hosted by Grayson Brulte. Tomorrow Today is a show about emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators, and strategists who make it all happen. As a trusted partner to mobility engineers for more than 110 years, SAE International provides unique and dynamic perspectives from innovative industry leaders on the challenges of tomorrow.
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