Next Generation Design

Technology has drastically transformed how construction is undertaken from the planning to the building stages. Today, you can see how a house will look in 3D and even create different design variations before its built. However, the cost of construction and the efficiency of the process hasn’t changed much with the introduction of such sophisticated technologies.

I’m your host, Jennifer Piper, and today I’m joined by Derek England, NX Product Manager for AEC and BIM at Siemens Digital Industries Software. He’ll help understand the current trends in the AEC industry and the impact they are having. He’ll also help us understand how NX from DISW addresses the challenges faced by the industry.

In this episode, you’ll learn why the construction industry lags in per-person productivity improvement. You’ll also learn about some of the latest technologies introduced in the AEC industry and the gaps they are expected to fill. Additionally, you’ll hear about how the digital twin is applied in the AEC industry.

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The pandemic presented unique challenges that no organization could have foreseen and prepared for. One of the main challenges was continuing with normal business activities with zero or limited employees in the business premises. By leveraging cloud solutions that enable employees to work remotely, many companies were able to increase their overall productivity and security without any increase in operations costs. 

I’m your host, Jennifer Piper, and today I’m joined by Boris Raskin, Product Manager at Siemens for NX Cloud Products. And, Gauhar Junnarkar, Product Manager in Microsoft Azure High-Performance Computing. They’ll help us understand the cloudification trend and how Siemens NX has leveraged it.

In this episode, you’ll learn about Siemens NX on Microsoft Azure and the benefits that it offers over the desktop application. You’ll also learn about the cloudification trend and the challenges that transitioning companies are facing. Additionally, you’ll hear about what the future holds for cloud services and cloud-native applications.

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Specialization was a concept that was reserved for the most sensitive industries, such as the medical industry. However, technological advancement and the rise of specialized software platforms have led to a need for specialization in other areas such as the product design field. This has also been motivated by the need to create the most compelling and accurate design for marketing or testing purposes.

I’m your host, Jennifer Piper, and today I’m joined by Magnus Skogsfjord, a freelance designer who’s worked with prominent brands such as CISCO. He’s used Siemens NX for several years and will be sharing his experience with the design software. He’ll also be sharing with us what his favorite features are and where he feels there is a need for improvement.

In this episode, you’ll learn about the current trends in the CAD and mechanical design field. You’ll also learn about the challenges faced by designers as well as companies as they seek to improve the quality of their designs. Lastly, we’ll touch on what the future holds for the product design field and what it’ll take to get there.

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The advancement of technologies such as 5G, VR, and AI has introduced another dimension for companies to compete on. These technologies were non-existent in the consumer market just two decades ago; back then, companies only had to deal with complexity related to customers’ need for customization. Manufacturers are now embracing solutions such as digital twins and virtual simulations to profitably accommodate complexities brought on by these advancements.

I’m your host, Jennifer Piper, and today I’m joined by three guests from Siemens Digital Industries Software. They are, Craig Armenti, Director of Electronics Solutions, Nick Daumann, Senior Marketing Coordinator, and Alan D. Porter, Vice President, Electronics & Semiconductor Industry. They’ll help us understand the current state of the electronics and semiconductors industry.

In this episode, you’ll hear about the trends that are taking place in the industry and how they are impacting electronics design and manufacture. You’ll also hear about the role of mechanical design solutions in electronics design. Lastly, we’ll discuss the impact that digitalization is having on the industry and what we can expect to see from it in the near future.

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Visualization makes it possible to view new product designs before the first prototype is created. This makes it easier for customers to understand what they’ll get once the production starts and it also gives them an opportunity to recommend changes to their product at no cost. As the need for customization continues to increase product complexity, visualization is providing a soft landing for manufacturers. 

Today’s guests are Ben Widdowson, Head Of Marketing at Siemens Digital Industries Software, and Gavin McCambridge, Creative Team Manager at Siemens Digital Industries Software. The two experts will help us understand the important role that visualization plays in product design and development.

In this episode, you’ll hear about how visualization has changed the process of product design and prototype development. We also discuss the rise of VR and the impact that it is having on the manufacturing industry. Lastly, you’ll learn about the benefits and challenges that come with the adoption of visualization solutions.

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In today’s fast-moving world, change is inevitable for any business that wishes to remain relevant. For growth-oriented companies, change presents an opportunity to build sustainable products as well as meet more of their customers’ needs. The heavy machinery industry is adopting changes in the design and development of their product to meet the demand in customers’ needs and comply with tighter regulations.

Today’s guests are Hendrik Lange, an industry leader with over 25 years of experience and Tom Spangler, a senior marketing manager at Siemens who has almost 30 years of experience in CAD and PLM. Siemens has been at the forefront of developing solutions that solve problems faced by the industry.

In this episode, you’ll hear about the changes that the heavy machinery industry is going through to meet the ever-growing needs. We’ll talk about the cause of these changes as well as the new tools and strategies that are being employed to implement them. 

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Every day, we’re inching closer and closer to the type of “future” we see in the movies. Cars can drive themselves and we can command playlists and order groceries with voice commands. Taking us one step closer is a device from technology company 4tiitoo that allows us to actually move things with our eyes.

Today’s guest is Stephan Odörfer, Co-founder at 4tiitoo, a technology company based in Munich, Germany. They’ve pioneered a mouseless technology that’s propelled by a nudge and controlled by the eye movement of the user. Not only is it reducing repetitive motion and ergonomic strain, but it’s also increasing efficiency for workers.  

In this episode, you’ll hear how this revolutionary technology is operated in the workplace and some less conventional uses that are gaining traction. We talk about why better communication from human to computer is necessary, and the importance of AI and data collection as technology improves over time. You’ll also hear a few interesting predictions for a vision-focused future. 

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Despite the safety record of commercial aviation, realistically, we’re actually stepping into relics of the 1960s every time we board a plane. The technology of flight, from the deafening engines to the high fuel consumption, is all based upon knowledge and capabilities of a bygone era. If we’re ordering our groceries with the help of voice-activated robots and driving cars with barely-audible engines, isn’t it time for the aircraft we use to get a face-lift as well?

Aside from the argument that it’s long overdue, there are other, more pressing, considerations too. Fuel consumption, noise, and environmental impact, to name a few. Electrification has benefits to offer in each of those categories, but before we’re able to board battery-operated commercial jets, we need to understand how electric fits into the bigger picture within aviation. Both the industry and consumers at large need to understand the technology, and we need to train pilots how to operate these cleaner, more modern machines. 

Today’s guest is George Bye, Founder of Bye Aerospace. His background as a military pilot and in the private sector for big aviation players like Boeing led him to start his own forward-thinking aviation company. Also joining us today is Jim Forrester, Director of Design Engineering for Bye Aerospace. He’ll share the design details that factor into electric-powered aircraft, and the advanced methods of digital design that get planes off the paper and into the air. 

In this episode, you’ll hear about the early days of trying to sell the concept of electric flight when the technology seemed unthinkable. You’ll learn how an electric plane operates, how design is affected by the battery, and the urgent need for trained pilots in the coming years. We’ll also cover the long-term benefits of flying electric in terms of cost, energy consumption, and the decreased environmental impact. 

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What comes to mind when you think about artificial intelligence? It’s a broad question that requires a bit of a deep dive to answer with any level of precision. As AI becomes an increasingly prominent fixture across a wide variety of industries, it’s never been more important to understand what AI actually means, and how it can fit into your business model.  

Today’s guests are Shirish More, Product Manager at Siemens Digital Industries Software, and Paul Brown, Senior Marketing Director at Siemens PLM Software. Shirish is responsible for NX architecture, and he brings 20 years of experience in mechanical product development, customization, testing, and deployment. On the marketing side, Paul brings his background as an engineer to the global development and sales teams. 

In this episode, we’ll start by defining what’s really meant when we use the term artificial intelligence, specifically relative to design, and where that meets with and deviates from machine learning. We’ll hear about 2 different models used to roll out this new technology, and what benefits it could provide in terms of productivity, product quality, and data collection. 

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Ship building is just as important today as it has been throughout history. Whether it’s shipping goods across continents, or speed racing yachts across vast expanses of ocean, it’s always been a thriving industry globally. Getting those ships on the water and determining the details of these vessels, however, is becoming more complex. 

This increasing complexity calls for a different approach to building if companies want to keep costs manageable. Intelligent simulation software has been a game-changer, helping companies save time and money. 

Today’s guests, joining us from Siemens NX, are Kelvin Juarbe, Senior Technical Product Manager, Ken Sears, Director of Strategic Technology, and Jerry Braganza, Product Manager. They have their finger on the pulse of current marine industry trends, and some great perspective on the future of ship building. 

In this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the current trends driving the marine industry, and exploring how simulation software is disrupting the status quo. As the industry is required to focus more on sustainability and fuel efficiency, the need for technology to support that has never been greater. We’ll talk about how companies are using simulation, how it’s making cooperation and collaboration more efficient, and the impressive cost benefits of the simulation-first approach.

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