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 almost 120 years, SAE International provides unique and dynamic perspectives from innovative industry leaders on the challenges of tomorrow.
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SAE International explores critical topics in advanced manufacturing with industry leading experts and scholars.
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As the official must-listen podcast of SAE Aero Design, expect authentic, amusing conversations about all things related to SAE Aero Design. Hosts include SAE International staff, former competitors, volunteers, and organizers. Topics range from rule set discussion to career advice and everything in between. This is the perfect podcast to listen to in the shop.
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SAE International explores critical topics in transportation cybersecurity with industry, government, and legal experts.
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From autonomy to software to customization, the future of the car is multifaceted. . As one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space, Magna International uniquely understands this. The company’s capabilities span the entire vehicle – from design to manufacturing to technology – thus optimizing vehicle performance and shaping the fut…
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241. Balancing Fleet Sustainability with Competitiveness
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As trucking fleets strive to minimize their environmental impact, it’s important to balance sustainability with competitiveness. . From adhering to new government guidelines to considering alternative fuel sources like battery, electric, and hydrogen, Covenant Logistics carefully factors in evolving requirements for more sustainable solutions, whil…
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While the curb is an often overlooked piece of infrastructure, it is vital to the mobility ecosystem with impacts to parking, delivery, rideshare, and much more. Better curb management is a path towards improving accessibility, optimizing digital infrastructure, scaling autonomy, and opening up municipal revenue streams. . To learn more, we sat dow…
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239. BRIEFS: Experience the Thrill of Going Electric
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Are you curious about EVs? Experience what it means to go electric at Electrify Expo, North America's largest electric vehicle festival. . To learn more about this multi-city exhibition, Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sat down with BJ Birtwell, Founder & CEO, Electrify Expo, to discuss his passion for EV…
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238. Improving Road Safety with ADAS and ADS
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Thousands of people die or are injured in automobile crashes each year. By leveraging in-vehicle advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and automated driving systems (ADS) more proactively, errors caused by human drivers can be reduced, resulting in less fatal and serious car crashes. . To learn more about the future of road safety, we sat down …
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237. Closing the Battery Manufacturing Knowledge Gap
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Battery manufacturing in the United States is in its early days, however, more and more factories are ramping up to supply EVs, energy storage on the grid, and other markets. . To speed up the learning curve, Voltaiq is using battery intelligence software to identify issues faster, thus decreasing scrap rate and reducing battery manufacturing ramp-…
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236. BRIEFS: Extending Battery Life with Software
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What if you could give your EV a range boost via an over-the-air software update? It’s possible with the software defined battery. . By augmenting battery chemistry with intelligent algorithms and machine learning, Qnovo supplies the most advanced battery management software to the world's leading smartphone, automotive and energy storage manufactu…
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235. Scaling 2 Million Miles in Autonomous Trucking
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A traditional Class 8 truck is on the road for a million miles or more over its lifetime. For autonomous trucks, that number could double to two million or more—and that requires a specialty focus on scalability and safety. , Enter Continental Automotive, a multinational automotive parts manufacturer pioneering technologies and services for the sus…
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234. Solar Powered Boating on the Great Lakes
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With 20 percent of the world's fresh water, Michigan plays a large role in the future of maritime mobility. Recreational boating, commercial shipping, ports, and harbors serve a crucial role in the economic vitality of Michigan’s coastal communities and the Great Lakes. . That’s why the Michigan Economic Development Corporation recently launched th…
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233. BRIEFS: The Supplier's Role in Achieving Sustainability
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When people think of sustainability in the automotive world, they typically focus on the automaker. But the reality is that sustainability goals cannot be met without suppliers. . GKN Automotive is a Tier 1 supplier of driveline components, all-wheel drive systems, and plug-in hybrid solutions. Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, S…
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232. UNPLUGGED: Can Autonomous Vehicles Eliminate Distracted Driving
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Distracted driving is an epidemic that shows no signs of slowing down. But autonomous vehicles could be the cure. . As NHTSA gets ready to publish new data on distracted driving, hear from Grayson Brulte, Host of SAE Tomorrow Today, on why the addiction to our smart phones must be dealt with—and how AVs can help. . Have your own thoughts on this to…
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231. What the EV Industry Can Learn From PCs
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Remember when the heavy battery inside your laptop weighed you down? Intel Automotive does – and they are using proven power management best practices from the PC industry to increase EV battery efficiency. . For more than 50 years, Intel has worked to advance the design and manufacturing of semiconductors. As the automotive industry shifts to elec…
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For the average car buyer, EVs have two major sticking points: a lack of charging infrastructure and a hefty price tag. Fortunately, both of those issues will be addressed with the move to the North American Charging System (NACS) – standardized as SAE J3400 – and the necessary return of less expensive EVs. . Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainab…
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229. The Cost of EV Conversion for Commercial Fleets
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When it comes to incorporating EVs into commercial diesel fleets, it is important to understand the costs and benefits—and the impact on maintenance. . As one of the longest-running and largest fleet owners in North America, Ryder implements logistics and transportation solutions for a wide variety of industries. By using extensive historical data …
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228. Has Amelia Earhart's Aircraft Been Found?
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Sonar data from a deep sea drone recently shed light on one of aviation's most enduring mysteries: the disappearance of Amelia Earhart. . By pursuing the missing aircraft using the “Date Line theory,” Deep Sea Vision, a South Carolina-based marine robotics firm, searched across 5,200 square miles of the Pacific Ocean floor, more than all previous s…
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227. BRIEFS: EV Batteries That Run On Sunshine - Or in the Cold
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It’s no secret that installing EV charging stations can be time-consuming. But what if you could use the power of the sun? Beam Global is doing just that – not only on land, but in the water and sky as well. . Beam's research and work in thermal management enables EV batteries to charge in a hot or cold environments. Using clean energy solutions li…
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226. Unsupervised Learning Makes Scalable Autonomy a Reality
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Artificial intelligence that teaches itself? That’s the gist of unsupervised learning. And it offers far-reaching implications for the future autonomous driving—and much more. . As a pioneer in unsupervised learning, Helm.ai employs an AI-first approach to building autonomous driving software using an in-house unsupervised learning technology calle…
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225. What Do Consumers Really Think about EVs?
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Consumers are complex — and so is the EV market. From high expectations to sobering market realities, the EV landscape is hard to gauge without expert insight on consumer behavior. . That’s why we sat down with Jessica Caldwell, AVP and Head of Insights, Edmunds, to discuss consumer sentiment and the overall trends affecting EV adoption. By leverag…
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224. BRIEFS: The Trouble With EV Mineral Sourcing
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From human rights abuses to detrimental environmental impacts, mineral sourcing for EV batteries and electric motors has a dark side. . Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sits down with Tim Stevens, a freelance journalist who recently wrote an article for Motor Trend about the troubling side of …
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223. Driven by Speed, Fueled by Engineering
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Who’s better to design a sports car than the person who races it? Meet Kevin Boehm of Boehm Motorsports, a championship-winning professional racer and accomplished OEM principal engineer. . Driven by speed and fueled by innovation, Kevin’s ability to uncover automotive potential and translate it into on-track victories has made him a true standout …
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222. Setting the Standard in Autonomous Middle Mile Delivery
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Autonomous box trucks that can move goods on short-haul B2B routes? It’s possible – and North America’s largest grocers, retailers, distributors, and e-commerce platforms are unlocking the benefits. . As the leader in autonomous middle mile delivery, Gatik is improving supply chain efficiency with their fleet of medium duty, class 3-7 autonomous bo…
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221. BRIEFS: Can Your EV Power Your Home?
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Imagine an EV that captures energy from the grid and stores it for later use. With GM Energy’s Vehicle to Home (V2H) bidirectional charging solution, the benefits of EV ownership now include a personal grid in your garage — and much more. . Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sits down with Aseem…
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Whether it’s aerospace, theme parks, maritime or motorsports, there is no doubt Florida is helping to build the future of mobility. Home to the Everglades, the state boasts one of the most unique ecosystems in the world. And, with one of the largest EV markets in the country, there is a growing interest in building out sustainable infrastructure. .…
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219. How AI is Redefining the Aerospace Industry
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Simulation optimization. Generative design. Predictive algorithms. These AI-powered activities can “automate the mundane” and transform the way engineers work, for the better. . As a forerunner in digitalization and automation, Siemens co-creates with customers across all industries to address highly complex challenges. By harnessing data and conne…
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218. BRIEFS: The Future of Hydrogen-Powered Class 8 Vehicles
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With all the hype around battery EVs, what role will hydrogen propulsion play in the future of sustainable transportation? The answer is a significant one, especially in the heavy-duty truck market. . Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sits down with Steve Mathison, Vice President and Hydrogen T…
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The best way to bring safety and scalability into eVTOL flight is to do so autonomously. Why? Because increased automation doesn’t eliminate humans, it allows them to focus on higher level tasks that make scaling air taxis safer and more accessible. . That’s the vision behind Wisk Aero, an urban air-mobility company on a mission to leave traffic on…
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Each year, the U.S. needs roughly 400,000 new engineers. Projections estimate that nearly one-third of these roles will remain unfilled each year through at least 2030. What’s worse? There's $450 billion of lost economic output at risk. . To address this dire need, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and SAE International are working together to find new…
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Many of us have heard the news. The BYD Seagull is an EV available in China for under $10,000 and any company that builds and sells EVs in America should be scared. But should we really be worried about cheap Chinese EVs? , Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, offers his take on whether or not Ame…
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214. Patagonian Rancher Advancing Ag Tech
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As a rancher in Patagonia, Alex Foessel understands the challenges facing the ag market and is working to advance safety and integrity in off-road autonomy. . As Managing Partner of Balanced Engineering, Alex and his team support the production and commercialization of highly automated off-road equipment though a proven safety case framework and ce…
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Aero Design West 2024 - Know Before You Go
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The podcast "Flight Plans," affiliated with the SAE Aero Design series, provides essential information for participants of Aero Design West 2024 in Van Nuys, CA. Hosted by Mike Sorg and featuring key figures like Ed Rooney, Glen Cashion, and Brett Foley, the episode covers logistical details, safety protocols, and competition rules. Topics include …
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213. The Power of Automation & Autonomy in Agriculture
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For farmers, fully autonomous tillage and advanced spraying technology can modernize workflow and unlock massive efficiencies. And when you add in the power of AI to manage data and enhance decision-making, farmers are free to shift their focus from the mundane to doing what they do best. . With more than 180 years of developing equipment and servi…
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212. BRIEFS: Why Compromise Helps Us Breathe Easier
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The White House is giving automakers a bit more time to determine the best way forward in terms of EV adoption. By adding plug-in hybrids to the mix and agreeing to concessions on powertrains, the US Department of Energy and EPA fuel efficiency rules that go into effect in 2026 are a compromise that will lead us to a cleaner world with fewer carbon…
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211. Is Radar the Most Underutilized Software?
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Flexible, adaptable and upgradable. Not to mention cost effective and scalable. With all of this potential, the full value of radar has yet to be unlocked—until now. . Built on a proven military grade software, Spartan Radar is harnessing the power of mobility sensing for the safer and more reliable movement of people and things. With the highest c…
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Visiting MFly: University of Michigan's 2024 SAE Aero Design Team!
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Join us on an exclusive behind-the-scenes journey with the University of Michigan's Aero Design team, MFLY, as they prepare for their upcoming competitions! Dive into the world of aerospace engineering where innovation meets ambition. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/uHlLLGLUIb4 In this episode, explore MFLY's workshop, meet the dedic…
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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 thou…
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209. BRIEFS: Where Do Engineers Go to Problem-Solve?
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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…
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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…
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207. BRIEFS: Why the Future of EV Charging is Brighter Than Ever
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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, …
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206. Navigating the Growing Pains of the EV Market
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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, Sustai…
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Aero Design East 2024 - Know Before You Go
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The podcast "Flight Plans," affiliated with the SAE Aero Design series, provides essential information for participants of Aero Design East 2024 in Lakeland, Florida. Hosted by Mike Sorg and featuring key figures like Mike Beriswill, Glen Cashion, Josh Childs, and Brett Foley, the episode covers logistical details, safety protocols, and competition…
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205. Stellantis Talks Software Defined Vehicle Strategy
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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, region…
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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,…
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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 …
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202. Will 2024 Be the Year for AV Commercialization?
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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 approac…
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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 und…
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