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210. Digitizing SAE Standards With AI Mar 21, 2024

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If you’re an engineer looking to easily search SAE standard parts or materials with OnQue, the time is here!

SAE recently partnered with Cognistx, an applied AI company, to develop technology for its expansive library of engineering standards. Cognistx data scientists used natural language processing and text intelligence to pave the way for thousands of documents to be parsed, indexed and stored.

With the power of generative and extractive AI, this ground-breaking solution enables users to access interoperable digital standards for seamless integration, speed and accuracy throughout the product development lifecycle.

To learn more, we sat down with Sanjay Chopra, Co-Founder & CEO, Cognistx, and Leslie McKay, Senior Manager, Digital and Information Products, SAE International, to discuss their trailblazing partnership, the future of digital standards, and the profound impact of AI. For more information on this groundbreaking technology, visit https://www.sae.org/onque-digital-standards.

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209. BRIEFS: Where Do Engineers Go to Problem-Solve? Mar 19, 2024

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From software-defined vehicles to EV batteries and the circular economy, the automotive industry is in the midst of a profound shift. To understand and adapt effectively, a meeting of the minds is needed—a place where engineers can discuss trending topics, solve problems, and build community.

Enter North America's largest technical mobility event, the WCX™ World Congress Experience. It’s the place for the brightest and best across all engineering disciplines, as well as the entire supply chain community, to come together to discuss how the mobility industry can move forward.

For insight on this year’s event, we sat down with Marc LeDuc, Content Development Manager, Engineering Events for SAE International, to discuss what attendees can expect from the more than 1,200 sessions spanning technology, consumer metrics, regulatory standards, sustainability, and much more.

If you’re ready to problem-solve with your peers, register now for WCX 2024 taking place April 16 - 18, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. Hope to see you there!

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208. The Power of Electric Drive Systems Mar 14, 2024

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What powers the EV market? Electric drive systems, of course. And GKN Automotive knows a thing or two about delivering mass production mobility solutions for an evolving industry.

As the trusted partner for 90% of the world’s automotive companies, GKN Automotive powers more than 2 million EVs worldwide with its electric drive systems. The company recently unveiled a new plug-and-play eDrive concept designed to meet the growing demand for modular electric drive technology.

To learn more, we sat down with Dr. Dirk Kesselgruber, Chief Technology Officer, to discuss GKN’s competitive advantage in developing, building and supplying driveline systems and advanced ePowertrain technologies – and what’s next in an electrified future.

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207. BRIEFS: Why the Future of EV Charging is Brighter Than Ever Mar 12, 2024

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Is EV charging anxiety real? Yes. Can the issues plaguing our current EV charging infrastructure be solved? Also, yes.

While there is no doubt the EV market has faced a variety of headwinds in recent months, there are also several factors that indicate the state of EV charging is reaching a critical turning point.

Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, kicks off his first Tomorrow Today BRIEFS episode by discussing the challenges facing the EV market, and why recent news suggests the future of the EV charging is brighter than ever.

Be sure to tune in to future BRIEFS segments for quick hits on what’s trending in sustainability and what it means to you!

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206. Navigating the Growing Pains of the EV Market Mar 07, 2024

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Over the last 18 months, the EV market has been on a rollercoaster ride. From lack of affordable options to challenges with charging infrastructure, it’s clear that OEMs, suppliers, and consumers are all experiencing their share of EV growing pains.

For a fresh take on the state of the EV market, we sat down with SAE’s own Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions. Roberto’s long-time experience covering the convergence of automotive trends and technology gives him unique insight to the future of sustainable mobility. Listen in as he shares his thoughts on what consumers want in an EV and how automakers can adapt.

And we’re thrilled to announce that Roberto will host a new Tomorrow Today BRIEFS segment launching Tuesday, March 12! Tune in for quick updates on what’s trending in sustainability and what it means to you.

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205. Stellantis Talks Software Defined Vehicle Strategy Feb 29, 2024

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How does a company like Stellantis decide what new technologies will go into each of its iconic brands?

Whether its Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Fiat or Maserati, a common software platform differentiated by brand ensures Stellantis has a global approach alongside the ability to customize each vehicle and tailor its technology based on language, regional requirements, etc.

Armed with lessons learned from the recent semiconductor shortage and direct engagement with the start-up community, Stellantis is enhancing the performance of its software defined vehicles with proven best practices and strategic partnerships.

We sat down with Steve Rober, Senior Vice President, Global Head of Automotive Research and Advanced Engineering, to discuss how Stellantis is applying new technology across its legendary brand line-up.

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204. The Urgency of AV Safety Feb 22, 2024

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40 million miles of real-world driving experience? That’s enough to drive to the Moon and back 80 times! And Waymo is putting that experience to work with an urgent, research-driven approach to AV safety.

As the world’s first autonomous ride-hailing service, Waymo One is available in San Francisco, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and soon, Austin. To date, the data indicates that the Waymo Driver is already reducing traffic injuries and fatalities in these locations.

At the recent Government/Industry Meeting in Washington, DC, we sat down in-person with Francesca Favaro, Head of Safety Best Practices, to discuss how Waymo’s Safety Case Framework is saving lives and improving mobility.

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203. How Uber is Prioritizing AV Safety Feb 15, 2024

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With both human drivers and AV options, Uber is in a unique situation when it comes to developing safety standards. From company culture to engineering to operations, prioritizing safety is job number one.

In 2022, Uber publicly released safety guidelines for autonomous operators on their platform, the first of its kind. With partners like Waymo and Aurora, Uber is developing the technology necessary to power AVs and meet exceptional safety standards.

To learn more, we sat down with Kevin Gay, Director, Head of Safety, Autonomous Mobility & Delivery, at the 2024 Government/Industry Meeting to discuss Uber’s approach to safety and how they are building public trust in AVs.

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202. Will 2024 Be the Year for AV Commercialization? Feb 08, 2024

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The commercialization of autonomous vehicles requires proficiency across many domains: engineering, product development, logistics, public policy, and more. But no matter the area of expertise, one theme is constant: safety must come first. But how do you measure AV safety in a tangible and transparent way?

Just ask Aurora. As the company approaches their first commercial AV trial run from Dallas to Houston, they are laser focused on achieving their Aurora Driver Ready milestone by validating software, hardening hardware, and closing the Aurora Driver Safety Case, an industry first.

At the recent Government/Industry Meeting in Washington, DC, we sat down in-person with Nat Beuse, Chief Safety Officer and member of the US Department of Transportation’s Transforming Transportation Advisory Committee, to discuss Aurora’s approach to AV safety and why scaling AVs will be a tremendous benefit to society.

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201. 2024 Election Season Heats Up Feb 01, 2024

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It’s election season – and we’re talking presidential politics with renowned political commentator, Amy Walter, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the Cook Political Report.

For more than 25 years, Amy has built a reputation as an accurate, objective, and insightful political analyst. As one of Washington's Most Powerful Women in 2023 & 2021, she understands the issues, trends, and events that shape the political landscape.

Listen in as SAE Tomorrow Today host, Grayson Brulte, sits down with Amy to discuss her perspective on the 2024 presidential race, the issues that matter most to voters, and what to expect as election season heats up.

Subscribe now to the Cook Political Report, the right analysis for getting it right. Use a free day pass 'CPRday' if you'd like to kick the tires first.

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