Podcasts about automotive engineers

Les voitures autonomes sont souvent entourées de mystère et d'anticipation, mais elles répondent à une classification très rigoureuse : une échelle allant de 0 à 5. Cette échelle a été établie par la SAE International (Society of Automotive Engineers), afin de définir clairement les différents niveaux d'autonomie des véhicules. Pourquoi cette distinction est-elle si importante ? Parce qu'entre une voiture simplement équipée d'un régulateur de vitesse et un véhicule capable de se passer totalement de conducteur, il y a tout un monde !Niveau 0 : aucune automatisation.À ce niveau, c'est le conducteur humain qui fait tout. Il peut y avoir des alertes ou des aides au freinage d'urgence, mais elles ne prennent pas le contrôle du véhicule. En gros, on est encore dans la voiture "classique".Niveau 1 : assistance au conducteur.Ici, certaines fonctions comme le régulateur de vitesse adaptatif ou l'assistance au maintien dans la voie peuvent aider, mais jamais en même temps. Le conducteur reste pleinement responsable de la conduite.Niveau 2 : automatisation partielle.C'est ce que l'on retrouve sur beaucoup de voitures modernes. Le véhicule peut gérer la direction et la vitesse simultanément, mais le conducteur doit garder les mains sur le volant et les yeux sur la route. Tesla, par exemple, propose ce niveau avec son "Autopilot".Niveau 3 : automatisation conditionnelle.Le véhicule peut conduire tout seul dans certaines situations – par exemple sur autoroute – et il est capable de surveiller l'environnement. Mais il doit pouvoir redonner le contrôle à l'humain en cas de besoin. À ce niveau, le conducteur peut brièvement détourner son attention… mais pas faire la sieste !Niveau 4 : automatisation élevée.Ici, le véhicule peut se débrouiller tout seul dans des zones précises, appelées "zones géofencées", comme certains centres-villes ou campus. Pas besoin de conducteur du tout… tant qu'on reste dans les conditions prévues. Ce niveau est en test chez Waymo ou Cruise.Niveau 5 : automatisation complète.C'est le Graal : une voiture sans volant, sans pédales, sans conducteur. Elle pourrait fonctionner partout, à toute heure, sans intervention humaine. Mais ce niveau reste encore théorique aujourd'hui.Cette classification est essentielle pour établir des normes, fixer des responsabilités juridiques, et guider le développement technologique. Car derrière l'autonomie, se cachent des enjeux cruciaux : sécurité, éthique, urbanisme, emploi… Bref, ce n'est pas qu'une affaire de robots au volant, c'est un changement de civilisation en marche. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel. In this episode, Jon reflects on his experiences and the evolving landscape of automotive safety. He delves into the presentation by the airbag manufacturer Autoliv, exploring the company's innovations and their impact on global car safety. Jon also shares his thoughts on the tension between safety measures and the freedom of driving, recounting personal anecdotes and observations on motorcycle riding, driver behavior, and regulatory environments. The episode covers the history and future trends in automotive technology, the role of organizations like the Society of Automotive Engineers, and the broader implications of vehicle autonomy and electrification. ==================== 2001: A Space Odyssey Autoliv have half of the global airbag market The venue - Nordic Innovation House Similar event to the Hawkwind and Lidar pod Sven Beiker and SAE Mobilus Know Thine Enemy ? Safety Fast, not Safety Fast The Motorcycle Helmet law debate - personal choice, or the state's right to dictate what you do Harley Davidson Roadglide digression Smoking while riding Barry Sheene's smoking helmet Ned Ludd Saving 35,000 lives a year, targeting 100,000 Safety is a Sherman Tank for the School Run Freedom and Freedumb are a trade off Waymo now (Q4 ‘24) functional in San Francisco, despite the odd phantom driver The Roi de Belge opera seating position and Leopold of Belgium Becker Limos Vis a Vis seating The cliche'd image of the Car of The Future Freedumb makes you happy - exposing yourself to irrational danger makes you fullfilled Exposure to risk makes it an adventure Parrallels between dogs and bikes Honda CBR Racebike lives again An embarrassing fall Bikini chicks and celebrities Forgetting to switch on the CBR fuel tap A eulogy on doing hard things because they are hard Analysis and Statistics suck the Joy out of motoring Running Wild - Free Wind Rider SAE and Standards Hanna Karlssen Bunac Student Exchange program Active Safety vs. Passive Safety $5 milliseconds to get an airbag inflated Only 10ms for side impact airbags The Door Hit; Keith Odor, Mike Hawthorn, JD McDuffie Airbags for big rigs, safely rolling 18 wheelers Airbags in bikes (!!!) Pedestrian airbags in the cowl Run over by a grey Citroen BX “We Must Design For Free Flying Objects in the Cabin” Steering Wheel Cover design Zoox Fireside Seating (new words for Vis A Vis) Safety Focus on Low Speed Prangs Blocking and Tackling of safety - seat belt positions, design of cars noses Saxon - Forever Free ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/ Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

In this Convo of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Kameale Terry, co-founder and CEO of ChargerHelp!, a cutting-edge tech company launched in 2020 that tackles the issue of inoperable electric vehicle charging stations. Under her leadership, ChargerHelp! has raised over $21 million, amassed the nation's largest dataset of EV service work orders, and services stations across 17 states. Ted and Kameale discuss her background, and early influences that drove her passion for data, technology, and community empowerment. She is a native of Los Angeles, attended Azusa Pacific College, majored in organizational leadership, and has over a decade of experience in CleanTech. She previously worked at EV Connect, where she was the Director of Programs for the EV charging station network provider. Kameale formed ChargerHelp! with her co-founder Evette Ellis to create a reliable EV charging infrastructure. With the mission to leverage technology to promote economic mobility within all communities, ChargerHelp! uses data to identify and provide maintenance and repair services for EV charging stations. Kameale's innovative approach blends real-world data, predictive analytics, and machine learning to provide industry-leading solutions to ensure EV charging reliability. She is also deeply committed to workforce development, helping to create high-paying jobs through partnerships with organizations like the Society of Automotive Engineers and the U.S. Department of Labor. Her background in operations and technology, combined with her commitment to empowering historically marginalized communities, has positioned her as a thought leader in the clean energy and mobility sectors.

Rob Prucka the Professor of Motorsports Engineering within the Department of Automotive Engineering at the Clemson University and director of the Deep Orange program. He joins to discuss the importance of real-world experience in engineering education, the role of systems engineering and problem-solving skills, and how understanding customer needs is crucial in vehicle design. Rob shares insights on unique selling propositions in vehicle development, the balance between innovation and practicality, and the significance of mentorship and learning from failure. Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/buildingbetter/robprucka Edison Manufacturing Exchange: https://brandonbartneck.substack.com/publish/home About (cuicardeeporange.com) Deep Orange 15 (cuicardeeporange.com) Takeaways Real-world experience is crucial for engineering students. Systems engineering is essential for understanding complex problems. Identifying customer needs is a key part of vehicle design. Unique selling propositions help guide product development. Technology integration is vital for modern vehicle design. Balancing innovation with practical constraints is challenging. Mentorship plays a significant role in student development. Learning from failure is an important part of the process. Communication skills are critical in engineering teams. Continuous learning is necessary to stay relevant in the industry. Dr. Robert Prucka Dr. Prucka is the Professor of Motorsports Engineering within the Department of Automotive Engineering at the Clemson University. His research and teaching interests include the design, control, calibration, performance and emissions of advanced powertrain systems. He is currently researching the use of artificial intelligence and/or optimal control strategies for the design and operation of electrified powertrains used in autonomous off-road vehicles. Clemson University Automotive Clemson is at the forefront of shaping the future of mobility. From electric vehicles, to self-driving cars, to off-road vehicles that can withstand the most treacherous terrains, Clemson is driving innovative transportation solutions for a changing world. Deep Orange is a vehicle prototype program at the Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research for the pioneering education, research and industry collaboration within the graduate degree programs in automotive engineering. The program gives graduate students the extraordinary opportunity to create a prototype vehicle in two years—this marks the only student program of its kind that begins with an idea and culminates with the fabrication of a fully-functional vehicle concept. Students create their own full[1]scale vehicle from scratch and pitch their prototypes to industry partners. Skills and experience gained during this two-year journey make our graduates highly desirable hiring targets for major original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), tier 1 suppliers, and innovative startups. Building Better Building Better with Brandon Bartneck is focused on the people, products, and companies that are creating a better tomorrow, often in the transportation and manufacturing sectors. This show was previously called the Future of Mobility podcast. I aim to have real, human conversations to explore what these leaders and innovators are doing, why and how they're doing it, and what we can learn from their experiences. If you care about making an impact then this show might be for you. Topics include manufacturing, production, assembly, autonomous driving, electric vehicles, hydrogen and fuel cells, impact, leadership, and more. Edison Manufacturing and Engineering: Edison is your low volume contract manufacturing partner, focused on assembly of complex mobility and energy products that don't neatly fit within traditional high-volume production methods. Brandon Bartneck LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/

This week, Jimmy Purdy from Shifting Gears Garage and the Gearbox Podcast joins Jeff Compton to talk about the delicate transition from technician to owner and the realities of running a successful auto repair shop. They cover everything from the nuts and bolts of transmission issues — think valve bodies and torque converters — to the grime and grind of day-to-day operations.Jimmy also brings up shop expansion ideas, the challenges of setting new goals, and the art of mastering client service. Plus, Jimmy aims some common industry misconceptions and shines a light on the under-appreciated expertise of veteran techs.Also, the guys discuss digital trends, from the role of YouTube in vehicle repair to platforms like TikTok and Facebook that are driving conversations and connections. 00:00 Jaded Mechanic podcast: Reflections on automotive repair.06:32 Young entrepreneur doubles salary, loses business.11:21 Diagnosing and repairing transmission issues at the dealership.17:56 Transmission specialist highlights the importance of thorough diagnosis.25:53 Rural infrastructure challenges and importance of services.28:37 Client satisfaction based on the informative decision-making process.32:06 Challenges of transitioning to a management role.41:45 Issues arise during inspection and communication misunderstanding.44:16 Invest in regular car maintenance for safety.51:47 Couldn't meet Brandon, an engaging content creator on TikTok.55:08 Tester checks valve body for leaks and wear.01:01:32 Heroic problem-solving reveals profitable long-term solutions.01:03:57 YouTube fosters creativity, regardless of experience.01:12:17 Learning process leads to a creative problem-solving approach.01:16:54 Miscommunication leads to upset clients and shop conflict.01:22:42 In-law is critical of construction work.01:24:53 Tech feels uncomfortable owning a shop but is successful.01:30:23 Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.

Riker's Electric Torpedo: A Racing LegacyIn 1901, the Riker Torpedo Race Car bolted onto the scene, a testament to the genius of its creator, Andrew Riker. An early believer in electric vehicles, Riker designed this battery-powered speed demon that would go on to shatter world records.On November 16, 1901, at Coney Island, New York, the Torpedo Racer zipped down a one-mile dirt track, reaching an astonishing 57.1 mph. In that moment, it claimed the title of the world's fastest electric car and held it for an entire decade.Unlike many electric cars emerging during that era, Riker's focus was not solely on creating a personal car for the masses but rather on harnessing the allure of speed and power that captivated automotive enthusiasts. He crafted not just electric cars but electric race cars, securing his company's lead in the market and earning glory in both long-distance and short-track races.Born in New York City on October 22, 1868, Riker's journey began with the Riker Electric Motor Company in 1888 before evolving into the Riker Electric Vehicle Company in 1889. Riker's first electric car emerged in 1894, built upon a pair of Remington bicycles. By 1896, his company was winning races and earning recognition. Sadly, Riker Electric Vehicle Company was absorbed by the Electric Vehicle Company in late 1901. Despite his triumphs, Riker lost faith in electricity. In 1902 he joined Locomobile and began designing gasoline-powered automobiles - a far cry from his battery-powered racers, though in 1906 he aided in the engineering of Locomobile's entry into the Vanderbilt Cup Race, this same car would win the 1908 race, now famously known as ‘Old 16'.Andrew Riker passed away in 1930 at age 62. His legacy includes a variety of vehicles and heavy electric trucks and becoming the first president of the Society of Automobile Engineers, now the Society of Automotive Engineers.One can only wonder what pioneers like Riker would think of today's automotive industry. Are we simply witnessing a rise and fall of trends as we return to the roots of classic car history in search of the future? For over a century, electric cars took a backseat to their gas-guzzling counterparts. But now as we come full circle, we must ask: Are electric cars here to stay? Regardless of the answer, we owe much to Andrew Riker and his groundbreaking Torpedo Racer.The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Michigan holds two Rikers: an 1896 three-wheel electric Riker which is currently displayed in the Driving America exhibit, and the 1901 Riker electric racer that set the world speed record, which is not currently on exhibit. The Henry Ford also holds the famed Locomobile ‘Old 16' race car on exhibit in Driven to Win: Racing in America.www,nodrivinggloves.com#cars #car #collectorcars #oldcars #cartalk #electriccars #ev #hotrod #carhistory #automotivehistory #automobile #thisdayinautomotivehistory #thisdayinhistory #classiccars #onthisday #NaPodPoMo #ev1 #ithappenedtoday #riker #earlyEV

It's a wild Wednesday in retail automotive and we're ready for it! Today we cover a Cox Automotive report on the state of the used car market, how Tesla's charging is on the fast track to become the national standard, and the first FAA approved flying car."I do think the worst of the used-vehicle market is upon us." That's a quote from Cox Automotive's Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke in an interview with Automotive NewsWith used-vehicle prices back in depreciation territory, May and June could go down in the books as the "worst May and June in history" for used vehicles losing value, Smoke said.The return of new car competition is good for the used car market and especially for the many consumers who have been sidelined due to affordability issuesSmoke predicts a strong second half of 2023 and said “"I am optimistic that every month later this year will actually create strength in the used-vehicle market."As Volvo jumps on board the Tesla charging standard train, the SAE moves to fast track the standard nationally. This is seen as a major boost to Tesla's plan to expand access to its proprietary charging stations. The shift toward Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS) marks a departure from previous governmental efforts to establish the Combined Charging System (CCS) as the dominant US standard.The move to standardize the NACS involves conversations between SAE International (Society of Automotive Engineers), Tesla, Ford, GM, and other automakers, as well as the federal government.According to a study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the US is set to install 1.2 million public chargers, including 1 million Level 2 chargers, by 2030. This exceeds the Biden administration's aim to deploy 500,000 public chargers by 2030.Marty McFly's flying car was set in 2015, and while we might be a bit behind Back to the Future's timeline, Alef Aeronautics is now bringing us one step closer to a sci-fi dream as the company's fully electric flying car, the 'Model A,' has just received legal approval for flight from the US government, marking a new era in transportation.Model A, which offers street driving and vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) capabilities, was introduced in October after receiving a $3 million seed investment from Draper Associates Fund V.With a 200-mile driving range and a 110-mile flight range, Model A has already received over 440 reservations since pre-sales started.The vehicle is set to begin production in Q4 2025, with deliveries expected to follow shortly.Alef Aeronautics is also developing a four-person sedan, "Model Z", expected to launch in 2035 with a 300+ mile flying range and 220+ mile driving range.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email ASOTU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/automotivestateoftheunion

Rwanda's mountainous dirt roads are notoriously dangerous terrain for the country's farmers, who struggle to get their crops to market before it spoils. UK-based OX Delivers has introduced a fleet of pay-as-you-go rugged trucks that is helping farmers transport their goods quickly, safely and affordably – making local communities more economically sustainable.In this episode, Jon chats to automotive engineers Natalie Dowsett and Kristiana Hamilton about their company's new electric OX delivery trucks and their unorthodox design for easy repair and maintenance in rural Africa. Natalie and Kristiana also share their inspiration for choosing engineering careers, and their hopes for spreading OX Delivers' positive impact to other countries.

Eric Franz, chairperson of the Cleveland chapter of the Society of Automotive Engineers, brings awareness to the Formula SAE program. Formula SAE and Baja SAE programs are designed to develop the next generation of automotive talent. Offered by colleges and universities across the country and around the world, Formula SAE teams engineer and build vehicles and compete against one another at various events. How do the programs work? Might they be a good option for someone in your life? Give this episode a listen!

Returning guest Dean Case tells us about his involvement with the Society of Automotive Engineers' student programs including racing. If you or someone you know is interested in a career in automotive engineering, you should listen to this. Tim searches for Sasquatch but finds a Fratzog instead. We welcome your support via Patreon and your questions and feedback via our website. Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This is a repost of Episode 51, shared again in April 2023 due to the importance and timeliness of the topics in this discussion. Kelly and Felix join to talk about their new book Racing Toward Zero – The Untold Story of Driving Green. Kelly Senecal is a co-founder and owner of Convergent Science. Felix Leach is an Associate Professor of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford, a post held jointly with that of Fellow and Tutor in Engineering Science at Keble College Order the book now: https://www.sae.org/publications/books/content/r-501/ About Racing Toward Zero: In Racing Toward Zero, the authors explore the issues inherent in developing sustainable transportation. They review the types of propulsion systems and vehicle options, discuss low-carbon fuels and alternative energy sources, and examine the role of regulation in curbing emissions. All technologies have an impact on the environment, from internal combustion engine vehicles to battery electric vehicles, fuel cell electric vehicles, and hybrids—there is no silver bullet. The battery electric vehicle may seem the obvious path to a sustainable, carbon-free transportation future, but it's not the only, nor necessarily the best, path forward. The vast majority of vehicles today use the internal combustion engine (ICE), and this is unlikely to change anytime soon. Improving the ICE and its fuels—entering a new ICE age—must be a main route on the road to zero emissions. How do we go green? The future requires a balanced approach to transportation. It's not a matter of choosing between combustion or electrification; it's combustion and electrification. As the authors say, “The future is eclectic.” By harnessing the best qualities of both technologies, we will be in the best position to address our transportation future as quickly as possible. Kelly's bio: Linkedin page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/senecal/ Kelly Senecal is a co-founder and owner of Convergent Science. He is an adjunct professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a co-founder and director of the Computational Chemistry Consortium (C3), and an associate editor of the journal Transportation Engineering. Kelly is a Fellow of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), a member of the executive committee of the ASME ICE Division, a member of the board of advisors for the Central States Section of the Combustion Institute, and the 2019 recipient of the ASME Internal Combustion Engine Award. Kelly has long been an advocate of creating cleaner combustion engines, with particular focus on CFD and HPC to enable faster design. Starting with his TEDx talk in late 2016, he has been promoting a diverse mix of propulsion system technologies through invited talks, articles, and social media. Kelly is co-author of the new book “Racing toward zero: the untold story of driving green,” available in May from SAE. Felix's bio: LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felix-leach-67713987/ Felix Leach is an Associate Professor of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford, a post held jointly with that of Fellow and Tutor in Engineering Science at Keble College. His research interests are in emissions and efficiency of thermal propulsion systems and air quality. He has focused particularly on particulate emissions from gasoline direct injection engines and developing a fundamental understanding of NOx emissions from diesel engines. In addition to his work on thermal propulsion systems, Felix engages significantly with public policy on emissions from vehicles and their interaction with air quality. Felix founded the annual Oxford Air Quality Meeting which draws together experts in vehicle emissions, air quality measurement, public health, and policy. Felix holds MEng and DPhil degrees in engineering science from the University of Oxford and is a Chartered Engineer and Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers.

Part 2 of 2: Recorded live at the Michigan International Auto Show on Thursday, February 2nd, 2023 at DeVos Place. In the second part of this episode, recorded live from DeVos Place, we were joined by Craig Piersma, Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communications, with Gentex. Craig shared with us the contributions that Jen tax has made regarding automotive technology and beyond. Zeeland, MI-based Gentex is most notably known for their auto-dimming rearview mirror and has sold hundreds of millions of those units over the years. Hopefully, while you were at the show you also got to check out Gentex's massive, heavily-modified Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss (2LT). Sitting high above the truck's custom Mule Sam roof rack was a DJI Matrice 300 RTK drone for scouting the surrounding terrain. The truck was paired with a companion Vorsheer XOC (Extreme Overland Camper) featuring the same overland theme and matching wrap. It comes loaded with every outdoor adventure necessity, including a heater and air conditioning, propane stove, sink, fridge/freezer, rooftop tent, and more. We were also joined in this episode by Andrew Redder, a Western Michigan University, engineering student and engineering lead for for the WMU Formula SAE race team. WMU's Formula SAE is a collegiate competition where students design, manufacture, and build a formula one style racecar. Even more challenging, every year the Society of Automotive Engineers creating all new, nearly 200 page rulebook that Formula SAE cars must adhere to, challenging students' creativity and innovative abilities. Online Links of Interest: https://www.gentex.com/ https://wmich.edu/engineer/formula-sae https://showspan.com/

James Dillon is joined by guest speakers Tom Denton and Andy Crook in this episode of the Harmonic Motion podcast.   They are discussing the importance of apprenticeships in the automotive aftermarket industry, the challenges in attracting young people to the field and the benefits of having an apprentice in a business. Tom Denton has been researching and writing best-selling automotive textbooks for over 25 years. His published work is endorsed by all leading professional organisations and used by automotive students across the world. He has taught college students at all levels, and always helped them achieve the best results. Tom was also a Staff Tutor and is an Associate Lecturer for the Open University. His post graduate education in all aspects of technology and education, as well as many years of practical experience, has given him a broad base from which to approach and teach this interesting, yet challenging subject.  As a Fellow of the Institute of the Motor Industry, a Member of the Institute of Road Transport Engineers and the Society of Automotive Engineers, he keeps in contact with the latest technologies and innovations across all aspects of this fascinating industry. As well as publishing over 30 textbooks, Tom has created amazing support materials and eLearning courses. www.tomdenton.org Andy Crook is a research engineer at Cardiff University, Garage Owner and creator of the Garage Owners Network Facebook group. He created the network to enable garage owners to become more successful in business. The group offers free training to members in the form of short videos and a podcast. Garage Owners Network Podcast Garage Owners Network Facebook Group   Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/MnxuLCrcfxw  Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/549573740317836/ Join the mailing list: https://techtopics.co.uk/mailing-list/   Listen: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=4cdcbdc8ba704274  Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast    Connect with us: Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd

The International Monetary Fund yesterday revised upward its global growth projections for the year, after better-than-expected data on spending by American households and businesses, and in other countries, and Europe's handling of its energy crisis, CNBC reports. Also in this report, pet fish apparently changed their owner's Nintendo username, downloaded a new avatar, set up a PayPal account and even charged his credit card, CNN reports. And, after getting an MBA, ChatGPT is now fixing software bugs. Notes: The International Monetary Fund yesterday revised upward its global growth projections for the year, after better-than-expected data on spending by American households and businesses, and in other countries, and Europe's handling of its energy crisis, CNBC reports. The fund warned that higher interest rates and Russia's invasion of Ukraine were still reasons for worry. In its latest economic update, the IMF said the global economy will grow 2.9 percent this year — which represents a 0.2 percentage point improvement from its previous forecast in October. However, it said that number would still mean a fall from an expansion of 3.4 percent in 2022. It also revised its projection for 2024 down to 3.1 percent. “Growth will remain weak by historical standards, as the fight against inflation and Russia's war in Ukraine weigh on activity,” Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, director of the research department at the IMF, said in a blog post. Apple is working on a foldable iPad for 2024, CNBC reported yesterday, citing well-known Apple watcher Ming-Chi Kuo. The analyst had previously predicted a foldable iPhone for 2024. Facebook can secretly drain its users' cellphone batteries, a former employee contends in a lawsuit, New York Post reports. The practice, known as “negative testing,” allows tech companies to “surreptitiously” run down a phone's battery in the name of testing features or issues such as how fast their app runs or how an image might load, according to data scientist George Hayward, the New York Post reports. Hayward said in a Manhattan Federal Court lawsuit that he was fired in November for refusing to participate in negative testing. The lawsuit, which sought unspecified damages, has since been withdrawn because Hayward is required to go to arbitration, according to New York Post. Computer science researchers from Johannes Gutenberg University and University College London, have found that ChatGPT can fix bugs in software code quite well. In fact, it can outperform existing bug-fixing programs, because of its ability to ask for more information and learn from that. Mercedes-Benz says it is the world's first automotive company to introduce SAE Level-3 conditionally automated driving. SAE previously for the Society of Automotive Engineers, an organisation developing automotive standards in the US. It is not called SAE International. And Level-3 autonomy refers to a stage where the car can take over certain driving functions although the driver is expected to be always ready to take back control. Pet fish playing a video game in Japan managed to log on to the Nintendo Switch store, change their owner's avatar, set up a Pay Pal account and rack up a credit card bill, CNN reports. And it was all live-streamed on the internet.

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we're talking to Boilermakers who are part of the Purdue Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) student organization.  Each year, Purdue students design and build custom race cars, then compete against hundreds of other universities from around the world, including teams from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, Brazil and Germany, as part of SAE's Collegiate Design Series.  In June 2022, the Purdue Formula team finished second overall at Michigan International Speedway, their best finish in 30 years!  Listen as Purdue Formula team members Helen Rumsey (ME'24), Dominic Nocon (ME'22) and Arpit Agarwal (AAE'23) describe how this student organization provides hands-on experience to create innovative car designs and tests engineering skills with real-world problems.  Plus, as the podcast team goes behind the scenes, you'll hear the excitement surrounding the students' first live unveiling of their custom-built cars.   

The Oak Ridge National Laboratory is one of the 17 Department of Energy laboratories. It has the largest multi-program science and energy research lab in the U.S. On this latest episode of Sustainably Speaking, we discuss the new partnership between Oak Ridge and the American Chemistry Council. The partnership looks to answer the question of what to do with materials from our old cars and trucks once they reach the end of their useful life while exploring ways to capture, recycle and remake more plastic and plastic composites from these vehicles. Together, the two organizations will help develop circular solutions for plastics and plastic composites in the automotive industry, exploring what modern recycling technologies (like advanced recycling!) can offer. Host Mia Quin is joined by Soydan Ozcan, Senior R&D Scientist in the Manufacturing Science Division of Oak Ridge National Laboratory and co-host Gina Oliver, senior director of curable markets advocacy at American Chemistry Council., They'll discuss how they plan to create circular systems that can be applied across multiple industries. On This Episode:Soydan Ozcan, Senior R&D Scientist in the Manufacturing Science Division of Oak Ridge National LaboratorySoydan Ozcan is currently the Thrust Lead for Development of Bio-Derived Materials & Manufacturing at the Department of Energy's Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) located at Oak Ridge. His research addresses the broad and vital issue of identifying novel, high-value biomaterials from renewable sources, and viable processes for their preparation for composite and additive manufacturing applications towards zero waste. Ozcan also leads the Composite Recycling Effort for the Institute for Advanced Manufacturing Composite Innovation (IACMI). IACMI is the national Composite Institute within Manufacturing USA, which helps U.S. manufacturers employ leading-edge technology to become more competitive. In this scope, Ozcan facilitates the development of composite recycling technologies and utilizes various composite techniques to repurpose them into useful applications. Ozcan and his team are developing manufacturing techniques and exploring new materials to improve energy efficiency during composite manufacturing, decrease material waste, lower costs, and improve material performance. Ozcan's team is integrating a smart circular economy concept within product development, production processes, use, and re-use systems right from the beginning. Mia Quin, Senior Director, Plastics Outreach & Public Affairs at American Chemistry CouncilMia Quinn leads efforts to communicate the plastics industry's major sustainability initiatives. She works to bring together experts to share insights in key areas of sustainability, including public policy, product design, recycling, and infrastructure. She is passionate about collaboration, clear communications, and engaging audiences to learn more about and advocate for innovation and modern solutions for our communities and our country.  Mia has a degree in political science from Washington University in St. Louis. She grew up in the suburbs of Denver, Colorado and is a lifelong Denver Broncos fan. She lives in Northern Virginia with her husband and two sons.Carly Zaccaria, Sustainability Coordinator at the American Chemistry CouncilCarly Zaccaria recently joined ACC as a sustainability coordinator for the Plastics Division. A Pittsburgh native, she has spent the last 6 years in North Carolina where she received her B.S.B.A in International Business from Elon University and her M.S. in Management from the Duke University Fuqua School of Business. Carly found her passion for sustainability when she interned at the Environmental Defense Fund on the Energy Efficiency Team. Carly looks forward to having a long and fulfilling career ahead of her in sustainability. Gina Oliver Senior, Director of Durable Markets Advocacy at American Chemistry Council Gina Oliver is the Senior Director for the American Chemistry Council's Durable Markets Advocacy Team. She leads advocacy on behalf of the durable plastics industry, who provide the innovative, sustainable material solutions that are essential to solving some of society's biggest challenges, including CO2 emissions reduction and advancing a circular economy for durable plastics. In her spare time, Gina sits on the Women in Government Relations Transportation and Infrastructure Task Force, Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation Consortium Council, and the Global Automotive Steering Group - the governing body for the Global Automotive Declarable Substance List. She is also a member of the Society of Plastics Engineers, Society of Automotive Engineers, Women in Government Relations, and American Society of Association Executives.  

Cláudia Facca nos mostra como foi construir o conceito de design dentro de uma das mais tradicionais instituições de ensino do Brasil. Cláudia é coordenadora do curso de Graduação em Design do Centro Universitário do Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia – CEUN-IMT (São Paulo/Brasil). Também é responsável pela gestão de projetos no 1961 Design Studio pelo Centro de Pesquisas (também no IMT); é pesquisadora dos grupos de pesquisa: LabDesign (CEUN-IMT), Educação em Engenharia, Design e Administração (CEUN-IMT) e Inovasign (UFSM). Integra o Núcleo de Design da Mobilidade da SAE Brasil (Society of Automotive Engineers). Possui interesse e produção científica nas seguintes áreas de pesquisa: Metodologia de Projeto, Pesquisa em Design, Ensino e Aprendizagem em Design e Engenharia, Multi, inter e transdisciplinaridade, Estratégias de Aprendizagem Ativa, Design Thinking, Educação e Cultura Maker, Fabricação Digital, Fab Labs, entre outros. Redes Sociais Instagram: @claudia_facca Linkedin: https://br.linkedin.com/in/claudia-facca Referências: A contribuição do pensamento do Design na formação em Engenharia: o espaço do Fab Lab como experiência transversal - Cláudia Facca https://amzn.to/3PEJ3IE O Designer Como Pesquisador - Cláudia Facca https://amzn.to/3aVqOQC

Mark T. Allen joined Audi of America as the Collision Programs and Workshop Equipment Manager in August of 2011, responsible for the collision program, electric vehicle service strategy and workshop equipment for Audi.  Mark's 44-year career in the automotive industry has spanned various areas including collision, insurance, parts, machinist and equipment repair and sales.  Mark holds and B.S. in Marketing/Management from Ramapo College of N.J. and is a long-term member of the Society of Automotive Engineers, is DIN ISO Certified to weld aluminum, and has is Board Member of ICAR having served on the Executive Board for about 5 years.  In this podcast, Mark discusses how to safely and effectively perform repair and maintenance for electric vehicles (EVs) including: Necessary education and training for service repair professionals working on EVs in shops Safety precautions and protocols for de-energizing high voltage systems, and recommended uniform and tools to be used while repairing EVs Recommendations for safe layout and architecture of shops repairing EVs, and necessary equipment for the repair, transport, and disposal of EV batteries The availability and accessibility of OEM repair procedures to all shop owners, including repair procedures for electric vehicles 

Show #1335 If you get any value from this podcast please consider supporting my work on Patreon. Plus all Patreon supporters get their own unique ad-free podcast feed. Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily for Sunday 9th January. It's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. Thank you to MYEV.com for helping make this show, they've built the first marketplace specifically for Electric Vehicles. It's a totally free marketplace that simplifies the buying and selling process, and help you learn about EVs along the way too. Welcome to a new Patreon ProducerTIMOTHY PHILLIPS FORD TELLS DEALERS TO STOP UPSELLING F-150 LIGHTNING RESERVATIONS - Ford Motor Co., concerned about its reputation and customer complaints related to the upcoming launch of the F-150 Lightning, is warning dealers not to upsell reservations for the popular EV truck and also wants customers to sign a contract preventing them from reselling it within a year, according to a letter from the automaker to its dealers. - The warning letter, dated Friday and posted online by the F150gen14.com forum, is addressed to all dealer principals, the general manager and sales managers. - "It has come to our attention that a limited number of dealerships are interacting with customers in a manner that is negatively impacting customer satisfaction and damaging to the Ford Motor Company brand and Dealer Body reputation." - Ford then cites dealer sales and service contract language that requires dealers to conduct their operations in a manner that reflects favorably on dealers, the company and its products. - In order to prevent people from buying and immediately reselling the pickup truck for a  profit, Ford is "offering support for a No-Sale Provision to be signed by the customer at the time of purchase. Dealers may add this language to existing closing forms or create a new standalone document." Original Source : https://eu.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2022/01/08/ford-letter-warns-f-150-lightning-dealer-sales/9142583002/ 5 MOST TALKED-ABOUT ELECTRIC VEHICLES UNVEILED AT CES 2022 - Chrysler parent company Stellantis unveiled a concept car called Chrysler Airflow at this year's CES, marking the auto giant's (late) entry into the electric vehicle market. - On the production EV side, General Motors unveiled its highly anticipated electric Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck on Wednesday during a virtual keynote given by CEO Mary Barra. - When it comes to driving range, nothing can beat Mercedes' concept reveal at CES this week: a compact luxury sedan called Vision EQXX that can run up to 1,000 kilometers (621 miles) on a single charge - Mercedes' German rival, BMW, wasn't looking to impress us with range or charging time. Its offering at CES this year, BMW iX Flow, boasts an unexpected feature: changing colors. - It still feels strange to associate Sony with electric cars. But that hasn't stop the gaming and electronics giant from showing off its EV progress at CES in recent years. This week, Sony unveiled Vision-S 02, the second iteration of the Vision-S electric vehicle introduced at last year's CES. The Vision-S 01 is currently being tested on public road in Europe. Original Source : https://observer.com/2022/01/electric-vehicles-unveiled-at-ces-2022-roundup/ VOLVO CONFIDENT IT CAN GET ITS ‘UNSUPERVISED' HIGHWAY DRIVING MODE APPROVED IN CALIFORNIA  - Volvo announced a new advanced driver assist system called Ride Pilot system, in which its vehicles drive themselves on certain highways without any human supervision. Ride Pilot will be available as a subscription service to customers in California, the company announced at the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show. - Volvo's forthcoming (and unnamed) electric SUV, which will be announced later this year, will be the first vehicle to feature Ride Pilot. Volvo's Concept Recharge, which was revealed last summer, is meant to preview that SUV, as well as how the new driver assist system will be presented with a fully integrated roof lidar from supplier Luminar. The design of the Concept Recharge will likely be similar to that of the electric XC90 successor due to arrive later this year. - Ride Pilot is what the Society of Automotive Engineers would define as a Level 3 autonomous system, in which the driver's supervision is not required in a highly controlled setting, like on certain mapped highways. But in Level 3 systems, the driver still needs to be ready to take control at a moment's notice Original Source : https://www.theverge.com/2022/1/5/22866190/volvo-ride-pilot-level-3-autonomous-subscription-california TOYOTA PLANS SOLID-STATE BATTERY BY 2025, BUT IT WON'T BE FOR AN EV - Toyota is one of numerous automakers and other companies chasing the holy grail of battery technologies: solid-state batteries. According to remarks from Gill Pratt, Toyota's chief scientist and head of the Toyota Research Institute, we're going to see such a battery from the automaker by 2025. - Pratt told Autoline on Thursday the company will shove the solid-state battery into a hybrid vehicle. Yes, a solid-state battery and internal-combustion engine working together. It may seem counterintuitive, but Pratt said there's sound reasoning for it: Lithium-ion batteries aren't at a price parity with the internal-combustion engine, let alone solid-state batteries. The thinking is to produce the benefits of such a battery, but combine it with hybrid technology to keep the price down on a production vehicle. - Hybrids will provide a perfect test for the technology before the automaker gets in too deep with a solid-state battery powered EV. Original Source : https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/toyota-solid-state-battery-ev/ US: THE 'CHEAP' VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 IS COMING 'IN THE $35,000 RANGE' - Volkswagen closed the year 2021 with almost 17,000 ID.4 sales in the U.S. but the number could be 4 times higher, according to the company's representative. The company has more than 40,000 reservations but is supply constrained, as the cars are imported from Europe. Volkswagen Group of America CEO Scott Keogh said (via Automotive News):  "We could have sold four times that amount. What VW dealers are saying is that this is the most excitement they've had on the shop floor since 1998, when we brought the Beetle back." - In 2022, the car will get an upgrade (including range) while the lineup will be expanded by a new, less expensive version with a smaller battery (probably 62 kWh or so). This new entry-level ID.4 with RWD will start at around $35,000 - "in the $35,000 range." That would be about $5,000 less than in the case of ID.4 Pro (82 kWh, RWD). - The key element of Volkswagen's expansion of the MEB-based electric cars is the Chattanooga, Tennessee plant, which will start production of the ID.4 later this year using battery cells from the new SK Innovation's SK On plant in Georgia. Original Source : https://insideevs.com/news/559394/us-cheap-volkswagen-id4-coming/ ELON MUSK SAYS TESLA WILL RAISE PRICE OF 'FSD' TO $12,000 IN US Original Source : https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/07/elon-musk-says-tesla-will-raise-price-of-fsd-to-12000-in-us.html TESLA MODEL Y IS SWEDEN'S BEST-SELLING CAR IN DECEMBER 2021 Original Source : https://www.tesmanian.com/blogs/tesmanian-blog/tesla-model-y-became-the-best-selling-car-in-sweden-in-december-2021 HOW DOES TESLA'S CHINA GROWTH COMPARE TO NIO'S? Original Source : https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/how-does-teslas-china-growth-compare-to-nios TESLA STOCK: SHANGHAI BECOMING EVER MORE IMPORTANT Original Source : https://seekingalpha.com/article/4478566-tesla-tsla-stock-shanghai-becoming-ever-more-important TESLA-CATL PARTNERSHIP STRENGTHENS AS NEW FACILITY SENDS CELLS TO GIGA SHANGHAI Original Source : https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-catl-new-facility-sends-cells-gigafactory-shanghai QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM This question was suggested by Joshua Pritt: “If you live in an apartment or condo or otherwise can't charge at home, how do you charge? Is it a terrible inconvenience or do you have a simple routine to charge during your shopping trips?” Email me your answer now: hello@evnewsdaily.com It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast. 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Hello Interactors,After enduring a few days of record heat that burnt my drought tolerant plants to a crisp and likely claimed the lives of two of our favorite wild birds that would frequent my daughter’s window feeder, my new pair of shoes arrived I had ordered from Canada. As did a new monitor and other odd consumer goods. And soon I will be boarding a plane that will spew another chunk of the estimated 22 tons of CO2 our family will contribute to the atmosphere this year. That’s four and a half hot air balloons full. I know I’m heating up the planet with my shoes and trips. You probably do to. It seems we not only need to protect the environment, we need protection from ourselves.As interactors, you’re special individuals self-selected to be a part of an evolutionary journey. You’re also members of an attentive community so I welcome your participation.Please leave your comments below or email me directly.Now let’s go…THE RIVER’S ON FIREAs an early teenager in the 1970s, just entering middle school, I remember getting a pair of “Earth Shoes” as part of my back-to-school get up. They featured a tread that read, “GASS”, which stood for Great American Shoe Store. Most, if not all, of our shoes back then came from the Great American Shoe Store – Kinneys.  I felt pretty cool in my new kicks; especially when that first snow fell and I could see the GASS imprint in my foot tracks. Gas was on the minds of many in the 70s, as it was becoming increasingly hard to come by. It was also increasing pollution.Kinneys was capitalizing on a burgeoning environmentalist trend that had been growing since the publishing of Rachel Carlson’s, Silent Spring in 1962. By 1970, water and air pollution was prevalent, the federal government was forced to intervene. On January 1st, 1970 the Council on Environmental Quality was created with the signing of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This requires Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) of all federal agencies who are planning projects with major environmental ramifications. Either recognizing they may be a target of the government or perhaps seeing consumers being drawn to environmentalism, the American auto makers also got in on the environmental action. A January 15th New York Times article read, “Detroit has discovered a word: “Environment.”” The General Motors (GM) CEO, Edward Cole, promised an “essentially pollution free car could be built by 1980.” Engineers from GM, Ford, and Chrysler attending the 1970 convention of the Society of Automotive Engineers were all pitching anti-pollution technologies. GM’s CEO was probably influenced by his son, David Cole, who was an assistant professor at the University of Michigan. He co-authored a paper for that convention entitled, “Reduction of emissions from the Curtiss Wright rotating combustion engine with an exhaust reactor.” There was growing concern entrusting those very institutions responsible for the destruction of the environment with devising schemes to save it. The country’s air, water, and land was being smothered in waste. Something needed to be done. So on July 9th, 1970, 51 years ago today, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was proposed by Republican President Richard Nixon. This agency was intended to focus on short-term fixes targeting violators of the law, so Nixon appointed Assistant Attorney General, Bill Ruckelshaus, to the post. Ruckelshaus promptly ordered a steel company to stop dumping cyanide into Cleveland, Ohio’s Cuyahoga River. It was so polluted that it had caught fire at least thirteen times. Ruckelshaus also banned the use of DDT. After being jostled around in various appointments and governmental positions, including the head of the FBI, he was reappointed to head the EPA in 1983 by Republican President Ronald Reagan. The Reagan administration grew concerned over the faltering reputation of the EPA after Ruckelshaus’ replacement, Anne Gorsuch Burford, (Neil Gorsuch’s mom) cut the EPA’s budget, eliminated jobs, and neutered enforcement policies. The EPA and the environment was slipping backwards, so once again it was Ruckelshaus to the rescue. He promptly fired most of her leadership team and got back to work protecting the environment running the EPA until 1985.Upon leaving government, Ruckelshaus moved to Seattle and was a practicing attorney and continued to prosecute environmental crimes. In 1993, Democrat President Bill Clinton appointed him to the Council for Sustainable Development and throughout the 90s he worked as a special envoy in the Pacific Salmon Treaty between the United States and Canada and was chair of the Salmon Recovery Funding Board. Republican President George W. Bush then appointed him to the United States Commission on Ocean Policy in 2004. The commission was terminated that same year but in 2010 became part of the Joint Ocean Commission Initiative which Ruckelshaus co-chaired. Ruckelshaus endorsed Barack Obama in 2008 and Hillary Clinton in 2016 and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Obama in 2015. Nearly fifty years after being appointed by a Republican president to become the country’s first EPA administrator in 1970, fighting for environmental justice at the international, federal, state, local levels – and in the private sector – Ruckelshaus passed away at his home in my neighboring town, Medina, Washington in 2019.FROM DUST TO THE SEA WITH WALLY AND ERMALEEWhen the Nixon administration created the EPA, they decided to put it under the Department of the Interior. This executive department’s mission is to, “protect and manage the Nation’s natural resources and cultural heritage; provide scientific and other information about those resources; and honor its trust responsibilities or special commitments to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and affiliated Island Communities.” For the first time in our nation’s history, it is headed by a person indigenous to these natural resources and cultural heritage; native American, Deb Haaland.  The department dictates how the United States “stewards its public lands, increases environmental protections, pursues environmental justice, and honors our nation-to-nation relationship with Tribes.”When the EPA was created in 1970, the Secretary of the Interior was Alaskan land developer and politician, Wally Hickel. Instead of creating a separate administration for the EPA, Hickel urged Nixon to fold the designated 15 offices under the Department of Interior and rename it the Department of the Environment. It’s hard to know if Hickel’s suggestion was genuinely thoughtful or an egoist attempt to gain power. After all, Hickel was a controversial pick for the post of Secretary of the Interior in the first place. Many activists, journalists, and even the Sierra Club, mounted campaigns to thwart his appointment.Walter Joseph “Wally” Hickel was born in Kansas in 1919 where he and his family endured both the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. Given the heat waves this summer, we’d be wise to reflect more on the Dust Bowl. It’s was the era’s most devastating man-made environmental disaster. Stripped of their native grasses by cattle and sheep or farmers making room for wheat, White settler farmers ignored Indigenous dryland farming methods that used the grasses to anchor, moisten, and nurture the fervent soil – even during droughts. When a record drought swept across the country and the wheat dried up, farmers tilled it under. Void of organic matter the land became susceptible to the winds sweeping across the plains. The term “Dust Bowl” came from Denver based Associated Press writer, Robert Geiger, reporting on his own personal account of a particularly pernicious dust storm. On April 15th, 1935 he wrote, "Three little words achingly familiar on a Western farmer's tongue, rule life in the dust bowl of the continent—'if it rains.'"He was reporting on a severe dust storm that occurred the day prior – “Black Sunday”. “Black blizzards” of dirt and dust hurled themselves across Oklahoma south to Texas lifting and mislaying an estimated 300 million tons of topsoil. Dust storms such as this went on from 1935 to 1941 sucking soil particulates from the ground darkening the skies in clouds of dust that blew as far east as Maine. It also scattered people in all directions across the country in a climate migration crisis of their its own making. Wally Hickel was one of the displaced.Wally was an athlete in High School and taught himself how to box by watching newsreels of Joe Louis. He became the Class B Golden Gloves champion in 1938 at age 29. Two years later he found himself in California fighting the welter weight champion, Jackie Brandon. Brandon broke his nose in the first round, but Hickel knocked him out three rounds later. Evidently struck by wanderlust, Hickel wanted to then hop a ship headed for Australia but lacked a passport, so instead he boarded the S. S. Yukon headed for Alaska.He returned to Kansas and married, but lost his first wife to illness. He worked as an airplane inspector that included occasional trips to Alaska to inspect privately owned planes – including Russian planes. It was in an airplane hangar that he met his second wife, Ermalee Strutz, and moved to Alaska. Hickel described her as “beautiful as a butterfly, but as tough as boots.” Her father was a United States Army Sergeant stationed in Anchorage and her family had ties to Alaska’s largest financial institution – National Bank of Alaska. She pushed Wally to enter the race to become Alaska’s second Governor. Hickel struggled with dyslexia, so Ermalee was tasked with doing most of his writing, including his campaign speeches. She remained a powerful influence on his career, including pushing Hickel to support the Alaska Permanent Fund. This is a state-owned corporation that invests at least 25% of the money flowing through the Trans-Alaska Pipeline in a fund that sends dividend checks to each resident of Alaska. In 2019, this yielded an annual check in the sum of $1600. This government run basic income guarantee was devised, implemented, and executed by a string of conservative Republican Governors starting with Wally in 1966 and continues today with the Republican far-right Christian conservative, Mike Dunleavy. Maybe this is where liberal socialist-leaning politicians like Bernie Sanders got the idea for a nationwide Universal Basic Income.In 1968, Hickel was told by Nixon that he would have to leave his post as Governor of Alaska to become the Secretary of the Interior. Wally cried. He probably cried again two years later when Nixon fired him for his “increasingly militant defense of the environment.” Hickel led a string of pro-environment policies in his short two years as Secretary: Preserved some of the Florida Everglades: He established the Biscayne National Monument preserving the ecological development of 4,000 acres of keys and more than 90,000 acres of water in the bay and the Atlantic Ocean.Delayed the Alaska oil pipeline to study its effects on permafrost: Heat generated from the pipeline would melt the permafrost leading to unknown damage to the ecosystem and the piping system.Halted the drilling of oil in the Santa Barbara channel: After a 1969 oil spill, Hickel removed 53 square miles of federal tracts from oil and gas leasing. (Later Reagan hoped for more platforms to be built in the channel because he liked how they reminded him of Christmas trees flickering in the dark. Locals call the oil rigs Reagan’s Christmas Trees)Cracked down on oil companies in the Gulf of Mexico: After this oil spill in the gulf, also in 1969, Hickel asked the Attorney General John Mitchell (the man who recommended Ruckelshaus for the EPA position) to convene a grand jury to investigate violations by Chevron and 49 other companies in nearly 7,000 oil and gas wells in the Gulf of Mexico.Stopped imports of commercial whaling products: After placing eight species of whales on the Department's Endangered Species List, Hickel halted imports of oil, meat and any other products from these species. In 1969, roughly 30% of the nation’s soap, margarine, beauty cream, machine oil, and pet food came from whale oil.The final straw for Nixon was Hickel’s public opposition of the administration’s policies on the Viet Nam war and their fatal handling of the Kent State student protests. Hickel wrote, “I believe this administration finds itself today embracing a philosophy which appears to lack appropriate concern for the attitude of a great mass of Americans – our young people." Hickel was promptly let go. With him went the Assistant Secretary of the Interior, Dr. Leslie Glasgow, who was in charge of Fish, Wildlife, Parks, and Marine Resources. Glasgow took a leave of absence from Louisiana State University, where he taught marsh wildlife, to assume his post under Hickel in Washington, D.C. He exceled at educating, convincing, and cajoling corporations, companies, and governmental agencies into environmental conservation practices. He was loved by both hippies and hunters and represented widespread hope that the nation could finally begin to heal the land it had wrongly wounded. But those hopes were dashed when it became clear Nixon would rather appease corporations than heal the environment. In a December 12th, 1970 New York Times article Glasgow said he was “pushed out of the Department of the Interior by political and business interests in a shake up that represented a “definite step backwards for environment.”” In anticipation of running for a second term in 1972, Glasgow supposed Nixon thought “the changes and dismissals had been made early in hopes that the people would forget them before the Presidential campaign.” What everyone remembers, is not what Hickel and Glasgow did for the environment but what Nixon did to himself and the country as the first evidence of the Watergate Scandal started the summer after their firing.AMERIGNIGMAGlasgow went back to teaching and Hickel went back to real estate. He was not about to make the same mistake his dad made in not owning property, so he bought as much as he could. He started Hickel Investment Company that is now run by this son, Wally Jr. They own and operate hotel rooms, food and beverage outlets, office and retail spaces, and residential lots around Alaska. They, like all residents of Alaska – including poverty stricken Indigenous tribal members – benefit from increasing profits from extractions of natural resources like oil and fish. It makes me question Hickel’s sterling environmental track record as Secretary of Interior – a post that demands a lot of reading and writing.  Perhaps he relied heavily on, and was influenced by, his environmentalist and academic assistant secretary, Dr. Glasgow. Maybe he diddled a dyslexic Hickel into an environmental clinician the same way his wife shaped him into a politician. Especially if Glasgow was known for his ability to convince corporations that doing good for the environment was also good for business. After all, conservation and conservative are just two letters apart.The United States is an enigma when it comes to mixing environmental stewardship with commercial profits. The EPA and the National Park Service sit under the Department of Interior which “manages public lands and minerals, national parks, and wildlife refuges and upholds Federal trust responsibilities to Indian tribes and Native Alaskans. Additionally, Interior is responsible for endangered species conservation and other environmental conservation efforts.” But the Forest Service sits under the Department of Agriculture which “provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, and related issues.” Meanwhile, the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) sits under the Department of Commerce which “works with businesses, universities, communities, and the Nation’s workers to promote job creation, economic growth, sustainable development, and improved standards of living for Americans.”Like all slaves to fashion, I likely ditched my eco-kicks in favor of the next cool shoe. Probably a new pair of 1978 Nike Tailwinds, the first to feature an air pocket. They too had a cool tread first made from a waffle iron. I don’t recall what kind of imprint they left in the first fallen snow, but I know now the imprint my habitual consumerism has on the environment. And I need help.Environmental protection, conservation, and restoration are necessary to limit the greed that seems to overcome both producers and consumers of limitless goods made from limited resources. Over zealous consumerism will not be quelled by collective action on the part of consumers. Leaders need to lead and act on behalf of future generations of both humans and non-humans. That’s what it means to lead. The dirt from “Black Sunday” filled ponds and potholes across the plains decimating duck and other wildlife populations. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, a fervent Democrat, hired a Republican to remedy the calamity. He appointed the famous, well loved Iowa cartoonist and conservationist “Ding” Darling to head the U. S. Biological Survey – what then became the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service under the Department of the Interior. He created the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) putting 2.5 million young people to work restoring natural wetlands and habitats along the nation’s four major flyways. More than 63 national wildlife refuges were established during the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. That’s what leadership looks like, America, in the face of a man-made climate crisis. Subscribe at interplace.io

Pablo Ortiz-Monasterio is the CEO and Co-Founder of AS3 Driver Training in Mexico and North America. From his skills in Kidnap & Ransom negotiations, he now stands as the Senior Instructor with over 20 years of experience in General Security, Vehicle Dynamics, Family Security Programs, and Executive Protection. He is also the Co-Founder of the Executive Protection Summit who avidly promotes the Mexican SOP where Executive Protection is concerned with his belief that they have more real-life experience in the field. AS3 Driver Training is a specialized driver training institution that's dedicated to Security Drivers who wish to develop a complete mastery in the field. With few, highly detailed and dedicated courses, they thrive in the approach where specialization is concerned as they create the best training programs outside of the military, using top-of-the-line facilities and introducing new technologies for maximum cognition to their students. Among his other qualifications, Pablo is an active member at the Society for Automotive Engineers, American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS), and International Bodyguard and Security Services Association (IBSSA). He also has a Certification in Advanced Vehicle Dynamics by Tony Scotti Driving. Apart from being a permanent TV and radio Show Consultant in the business, he also serves as a Consultant to the Mexican Government on Executive Protection Standard development to standardize EP certification in the country.Find out more and reach out to Pablo Ortiz-Monasterio and AS3 Driver Training through the following links: Email - pom@as3driving.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmonasterio/Website - https://www.as3international.us/Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/pmonasterioTo hear more episodes of The Fearless Mindset podcast, you can go to https://fearlessmindsetpodcast.com/ or listen to major podcasting platforms such as Apple, Google, Spotify, etc. You can also subscribe to the Fearless Mindset YouTube Channel to watch episodes on video.

Pablo Ortiz-Monasterio is the CEO and Co-Founder of AS3 Driver Training in Mexico and North America. From his skills in Kidnap & Ransom negotiations, he now stands as the Senior Instructor with over 20 years of experience in General Security, Vehicle Dynamics, Family Security Programs, and Executive Protection. He is also the Co-Founder of the Executive Protection Summit who avidly promotes the Mexican SOP where Executive Protection is concerned, going with his belief that they have more real-life experience in the field. AS3 Driver Training is a specialized driver training institution that's dedicated to Security Drivers who wish to develop a complete mastery in the field. With few, highly detailed and dedicated courses, they thrive in the approach where specialization is concerned as they create the best training programs outside of the military, using top-of-the-line facilities and introducing new technologies for maximum cognition to their students. Among his other qualifications, Pablo is an active member at the Society for Automotive Engineers, American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS), and International Bodyguard and Security Services Association (IBSSA). He also has a Certification in Advanced Vehicle Dynamics by Tony Scotti Driving. Apart from being a permanent TV and radio Show Consultant in the business, he also serves as a Consultant to the Mexican Government on Executive Protection Standard development to standardize EP certification in the country.Find out more and reach out to Pablo Ortiz-Monasterio and AS3 Driver Training through the following links: Email - pom@as3driving.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmonasterio/Website - https://www.as3international.us/Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/pmonasterioTo hear more episodes of The Fearless Mindset podcast, you can go to https://fearlessmindsetpodcast.com/ or listen to major podcasting platforms such as Apple, Google, Spotify, etc. You can also subscribe to the Fearless Mindset YouTube Channel to watch episodes on video.

Thema heute:    Hyundai Motor Group treibt Wasserstoffstrategie mit neuem Brennstoffzellenwerk in China voran Die Hyundai Motor Group, zu der die Mobilitäts- und Automobilmarken Kia, Hyundai und Genesis gehören, wird in der chinesischen Stadt Guangzhou ihr erstes Brennstoffzellenwerk außerhalb Koreas errichten. Eine entsprechende Investitionsvereinbarung wurde jetzt mit der Regierung der Provinz Guangdong unterzeichnet. Mit dem Vorstoß in Chinas schnell wachsende Wasserstoffindustrie baut der Konzern seine weltweit führende Rolle in diesem Technologiebereich aus. Der Bau des neuen Werks soll jetzt beginnen, die Fertigstellung ist für das zweite Halbjahr 2022 geplant. In der Anlage werden anfangs 6.500 Brennstoffzellensysteme pro Jahr produziert. Die Jahreskapazität soll dann entsprechend der Nachfrage schrittweise erhöht werden. China setzt stark auf Brennstoffzellentechnologie Das Werk in Guangzhou wird das umfassende Know-how des Konzerns in der Produktion von Brennstoffzellensystemen nutzen, um sich eine technologische Führungsposition in der chinesischen Wasserstoffindustrie zu sichern. In dem neuen Werk werden die gleichen bewährten Systeme hergestellt, die auch im Brennstoffzellen-SUV Hyundai NEXO eingesetzt werden. Darüber hinaus wird die Gruppe mit chinesischen Unternehmen zusammenarbeiten, um an Wasserstoff-Pilotprojekten und -Initiativen der Regierung von Guangdong teilzunehmen und dann den daraus resultierenden Wettbewerbsvorteil im chinesischen Markt zu nutzen. Globale Unternehmen aus Japan, Deutschland, Großbritannien und anderen Ländern arbeiten ebenfalls mit den chinesischen Partnern zusammen, um Technologien für Brennstoffzellenfahrzeuge zu entwickeln und die lokale Wasserstoffindustrie zu fördern. Die China Society of Automotive Engineers hat im Oktober 2020 mit Beteiligung des Ministeriums für Industrie und Informationstechnologie eine Roadmap veröffentlicht, die Chinas Ambitionen bei der Förderung der Wasserstoffwirtschaft verdeutlicht. Demnach sollen bis 2035 eine Million Brennstoffzellenfahrzeuge auf chinesischen Straßen verkehren, wobei der Schwerpunkt auf Nutzfahrzeugen liegt. Die Wasserstoffstrategie des Konzerns Im Dezember 2018 hat die Hyundai Motor Group ihre eigene langfristige Roadmap „Fuel Cell Vision 2030“ veröffentlicht und damit bekräftigt, dass der Konzern seine führende Position in der Brennstoffzellentechnologie nutzen will, um die Entwicklung hin zu einer „Wasserstoffgesellschaft“ zu beschleunigen. Die Roadmap beinhaltet unter anderem das Ziel der Gruppe, jährlich 700.000 Brennstoffzellen zu produzieren, um damit die Nachfrage aus verschiedenen Branchen zu bedienen. Diesen Beitrag können Sie nachhören oder downloaden unter:

This week, the topic is measuring a driver’s skill level. Starting in the mid-'70s, the Scotti School and now VDI clients wanted, actually demanded, that we supply them with an objective measurement of their employee's driving skill, to produce a professional security driver who has been scientifically measured to an objective and documented standard.  To meet that demand, we studied the research conducted by the Society of Automotive Engineers, ISO  - International Organization for Standards, and NHTSA. Back in the 1970s, conducting research was not as easy as it is now. There was no Internet and Google.  Their research created an understanding of how drivers make decisions in emergencies and how long it takes them to make those decisions. We found that these organizations created minimum standards, based on the laws of physics, for measuring driving skill and, therefore, survivability in an emergency scenario. Also, we decided that to perform the duties of a professional security driver; the minimum standards were not sufficient. From studying their research, we found white papers and studies that indicated that the average driver, when confronted with an emergency, can only use 40% of the vehicle's capability before they relinquish control of the vehicle (give up).  Starting in 1976, the Scotti School spent a considerable amount of time, effort, and money to develop training programs (Executive Protection and Security Driving) that implemented the standards created by these institutions. Please keep in mind that this was before computers.  Our on-track testing showed that at the 40% mark, the vehicle becomes non-linear, which in turn creates driver anxiety (fear). We also found that once the driver was at the 40% usage of the vehicle, much more vehicle capacity was available for the driver to use. After a considerable amount of testing and evaluating, we decided that a good driver should be able to use a minimum of 80% of the vehicle's capability, in the three modes of vehicle operation, in a measured minimum amount of time and space, to be considered for employment as the CEO's driver—hence the 80% standard.  The 80% standard has withstood the test of time. Forty-five years ago, the goal was to create a standard and training system accepted by the K&R and Corporate community, and that was accomplished. Anyone who attended an old Scotti School or a Vehicle Dynamics Institute program knows that reaching the 80% standard is demanding.  How much of the vehicle do you use when driving the principal?  Read more

Welcome to the Executive Protection and Secure Transportation Podcast brought to you by the International Security Driver Association. Thank you for tuning in to episode 147  of the EPST podcast, I’m your host Larry Snow. The topic of today’s episode is Security Driving Is a Statement of Skill, Not a Marketing Term. Security Driving and Executive Protection describe a profession, a job description that defines a skill set needed to save lives. It is our opinion that social media have twisted them into marketing terms with no regard for the skill sets that define the profession. In the present training environment, unsuspecting individuals are trained in skills that have no market value. Social media is filled with complaints – ranging from certification, standards, to pay scales and unethical behavior. For some in the industry, especially those just entering the business, there is a misconception of the definition of security driving – in particular, the job description of a security driver. Security driving is more than driving a vehicle. It requires the skill and knowledge to move a principal from point A to point B in a safe and secure manner and a variety of environments. In fact, security driving is more accurately called secure transportation, which encompasses in-depth knowledge and a measured level of skill to conduct route surveys, recognize and develop safe havens, create alternate-route plans, and develop emergency evacuation plans. Advanced first-aid skills are also essential. When looking at driving skills, there has been a great deal of research done, money spent, and data collected to better understand how drivers make decisions in emergencies. The end result of all this research is the advancements that have been made in measuring driving skill and, therefore, survivability in an emergency scenario. Simply put, you wouldn't allow a security professional to carry a gun without first measuring their ability to use it: so why would you let someone drive your principal if you don't measure their ability to do so? Defining Security Driving SkillThe automotive engineering community defines driving skills as the driver's "ability" to use the vehicle's "capability." The researchers express driving skill as the percentage of the vehicle's capability a driver can use before they are no longer controlling the vehicle; loss of control can be defined as; although the driver is holding onto the steering wheel, they along with your principal are a passenger.  From the Automotive Engineering Research - The NumbersIf a driver can use 40% of the vehicle's capability, researchers define him/her as a 40% driver; if they can use 60% of the vehicle's capability, they are a 60% driver. But, here is the bad news, studies have shown that the average driver can use only 40 % to 55 % of the vehicle's capability.  After 45 plus years of conducting protective driving programs, I would say that when looking at the "average driver," the 40 % to 55 % number is accurate and maybe optimistic. If you are responsible for the principal's safety and security, what is your assurance that the person driving the boss IS NOT an inexperienced or average driver? The Question – What does the research say is a Good (Security) Driver? A good driver (Security Driver) can use a minimum of 80% of the vehicle's emergency maneuvering capability and still maintain vehicle control. The original Scotti School – VDI and ISDA Certification require a Security Driver to use 80% of the vehicle.   The original Scotti School developed the 80% standard from engineering white papers published by the Society of Automotive Engineers and other testing organizations. Those papers defined average, and what the documents identified as "experienced" skill levels. We (Scotti School) found that neither average nor experienced skill levels were adequate for Security Driving.   If interested an article on the History of the 80% Standardhttps://isdacenter.org/the-science-of-security-driving-and-the-80-standard/.  To summarize - As a user of Secure Transportation services, whom do you want driving your principal, if you are paying for a Security Driver, they must be an 80% driver – you do not want an inexperienced (50%) driver or an average (60%) driver transporting your executives. All the above numbers are easily measured. A Security Driver's skill level can easily be measured with an inexpensive onboard computer and an instructor interpreting the data. The device that is commonly used is called a G-Meter. They are used by high-end training programs to measure the vehicle/driver level of performance. These devices range in price from $200 to $1200. But with the advent of the iPhone and Android devices, you can download an application that does the same thing. Thanks very much for listening to the latest EPST podcast. We’ll be back again next week with another episode of the Executive Protection and Secure Transportation podcast. Before I go one quick request, if you’ve been enjoying the podcast content can do us a favor and give a review of the podcast in Apple or Google? We’d appreciate it very much. Reviewing the podcast helps the podcast grow to reach more people interested in EP or Secure Transportation. Thanks, and take care. ====================== If you’re not yet a member of the ISDA we invite you to check out the International Security Driver Association.  The ISDA is a valuable resource for all practitioners working in the protection profession. We offer benchmark educational, networking, and marketing programs. Access to the encyclopedia of executive protection and secure transportation – The ISDA knowledge center. The knowledge shared encompasses a wide range of EP and ST focused topics with resources, information, and metrics.   For more information on all of the member benefits head over to https://isdacenter.org.

Welcome to Overdrive, a program that probes deeply into the issues of motoring and transport News 1. National Walk Safely to School Day Rescheduled for Friday 11 September (1:43) 2. UK trialling e-scooters on public roads (2:41) 3. Ford will allow some new customers to return vehicles if they lose their job (3:39) 4. Jaguar i-pace electric taxis on world’s first wireless high-powered charging rank (4:36) 5. Ford debuts F-150 (5:43) 6. An historic celebration: 110 years of alfa Romeo (6:43) Interviews We talk to our Melbourne Correspondent Chris Leadbeatter about the love and affection (and the need to have a vehicle for his daughter’s wedding) in restoring a Mk 1 Jaguar (7:49) Adrian Feeney is the chairman and CEO of the Society of Automotive Engineers. He has some strong words about our potential for car manufacturing in the Australia. (14:20) Quirky news • And in sort of quirky news we again catch up with Brian Smith to talk about an assessment of how well Tesla autopilot vehicles interpret road signs that have been mischievously modified. (22:17) You can find more information at Driven Media or previous programs are available as podcasts on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ah6JZN8LTYURIfNs1IIBs iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overdrive-cars-transport-and-culture/id1001084679 Go to Our Facebook page OverdriveCity https://www.facebook.com/OverdriveCityDrivenMedia/?modal=admin_todo_tour or Our YouTube site https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKyx5sv6cgF4URRmNq2JiXg/videos Originally broadcast 4 July 2020

How we communicate will set the tone for how we lead through this crisis and set the stage for how we lead AFTER the crisis, in the world of the new normal. Relationships with ALL stakeholders are critical to our success and how we navigate the complex world of communication right now during the crisis will either cement those relationships to build a strong foundation for the future or destroy them. This is an opportunity to galvanize the team, the business and maybe even the industry. Communication is one of the key traits of authentic leadership and in this episode,  we look to an industry veteran in the field to help us understand and explore this topic. Meet Jim Bianchi,  President, Bianchi Public Relations, with more than 35 years of experience on both the corporate and agency sides, Jim is a senior, hands-on PR professional directing Bianchi Public Relations, a Detroit area firm recognized nationally for its expertise in working with automotive and technology suppliers. Jim’s firm has been named among the “Best of Michigan Business” and one of "101 Best & Brightest Companies” in Metro Detroit … and has been ranked by PR industry journals as the largest independent PR firm based in Detroit and one of the top technology PR firms in the U.S. Inducted into the PRSA Detroit Hall of Fame in 2012 for his contributions to the PR industry, Jim was also named the first recipient of Wayne State University Department of Communication’s Alumni Achievement Award in 2003. And around Detroit, Jim is often called “the dean of auto supplier PR.” Jim received a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from Wayne State University in Detroit and is accredited in public relations by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), Jim is a member of the Automotive Press Association, the Automotive Public Relations Council, the Detroit Chapter of PRSA, the Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Troy Chamber of Commerce and the Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit. He is also an affiliate member of the Society of Automotive Engineers and has served as a judge for the International Automotive Media Competition awards. https://www.bianchipr.com/    https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbianchi/ 02:36 Jim’s story 04:25 Emotional turmoil / bring calm 08:57 Global impact 12:51 Audio, video & written 14:50 Authenticity 15:42 The Trump / Cuomo comparison 19:43 Employee engagement / after the crisis 23:02 The supply chain impact /dealing with all stakeholders 36:12 Management by talking around 38:35 People will remember how you make them feel  

Mark Stone is Director of Business Development for Evans Cooling Systems. Evans develops, manufactures, and sells waterless coolants for all kinds of combustion engines and they work with some of the biggest automotive companies and names in auto racing. Their products solve cooling problems, reduce maintenance costs and can reduce fuel consumption and emissions and they eliminate the need for disposal of harmful contaminants. Mark has been active recently in the area engine cooling systems optimization and currently is an active member of the ASTM and the Society of Automotive Engineers.  His international experience includes programs and business development activities in Australia, Japan, Singapore, Philippines, India, South Africa, and the U.K.  John Light, Powersports Division Director from Evans Cooling is a past Cars Yeah guest.

Peggy and Joe Barkai, chair, vehicle internet of things program committee, Society of Automotive Engineers, discuss Industry 4.0 in manufacturing. He says we were going too fast with Industry 4.0 in manufacturing, but now we need to recalibrate. Also, the main cause of disappointment were because people were looking at IoT in manufacturing from a technology point of view. They also discuss: Where the value lies. How to create intelligent factories. What's coming in the future. sae.org (03.17.20 - #659) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Peggy and Joe Barkai, chair, vehicle internet of things program committee, Society of Automotive Engineers, discuss Industry 4.0 in manufacturing. He says we were going too fast with Industry 4.0 in manufacturing, but now we need to recalibrate. Also, the main cause of disappointment were because people were looking at IoT in manufacturing from a technology point of view. They also discuss: Where the value lies. How to create intelligent factories. What's coming in the future. sae.org (03.17.20 - #659) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast

Myles Kitchen is the Emcee for the new Coyote Creek Concours. During his career as an engineer and entrepreneur, his focus was on electronics and technology for the automotive industry spending time at Motorola, National Semiconductor, Intel, and others. Today he owns a specialized consultancy assisting start-ups to Fortune 100 firms in automotive electronic technology. Myles is an accomplished vintage racer, instructor and a three-time Champion of the United States Road Racing Championship (USRRC) Seniors Tour. Myles is believed to be the only person known to have campaigned a Lamborghini Countach in a sanctioned race in North America. He is a past President and Director of the Ferrari Club of America, Pacific Region, and he is a lifetime member of the Society of Automotive Engineers, and member of the International Association of Electrical and Electronic Engineers. 

In this episode, Horace and Oliver discuss vehicle standards and classifications based on Horace's recent discussions with the Society of Automotive Engineers.Specifically, the cover:- What are automotive standards, why are they important, and how does this change how we look at the world?- The history of the term 'microcomputing' and how the significance of this faded away over time, and what parallels we might be able to see with mobility.- How is the SAE thinking about classifying micromobility vehicles, and what are the likely implications of this- What variables regulators should be thinking about when looking at vehicles, and which they should avoid (hint: speed)- What value the German system for classifying low-powered electric vehicles could offer globally- The parallels to Horace's time at Nokia, and how he foresaw the rise of the battle of iOS and Android.

with Peter Ludwig, Qasar Younis (@qasar), and Sonal Chokshi (@smc90) When people talk about autonomous vehicles, we hear everything from "we're much closer than you think" to "we're much further than you think". So where are we, really, in the widespread reality of autonomous vehicles today? It depends, of course, on how you define autonomy -- which is where a handy recap and update of the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) levels of autonomy comes in. But still, given everything out there from self-driving shuttles to Teslas, it's really hard to tell just where we are and where the nuances of, say, Level 2-plus vs. Level 3 might come in. This episode of the a16z Podcast takes a quick pulse on where we are in the state of autonomy in 2019 when it comes to autonomous cars, shuttles, robots -- basically any "autonomous" and/or "self-driving" vehicle out there -- as well as the analogy of mobile for understanding the space: where it works, where it breaks down. But did even the mobile industry itself really have a clear iPhone "moment"? When did mobile devices that seemed so limited -- or seemed like just "toys" -- suddenly (or not so suddenly) go to an apps layer that we use every single day? How do we build "the rails" and "the trains" at the same time in this case? And perhaps most importantly, where will the spoils of this new wave of innovation go -- to Silicon Valley or Detroit? Or outside the U.S.? Who are the players? How do regulatory -- and quite frankly, nationalistic -- concerns come into play here? And finally, how does one balance the desire to embrace innovation in an open and fast, yet still very thoughtful and safe way? The answers, according to Applied Intuition co-founder and CEO Qasar Younis and CTO Peter Ludwig (in conversation with Sonal Chokshi), have to do with commodities and capitalism, with science and science fiction, with simulation and software as infrastructure, and more... And really, how we define autonomy now, and in the future.

Ron Burton is executive vice president of the Transportation Research Center, the largest independent vehicle test facility, research and development, and proving grounds in the U.S. A 32-year veteran, Ron has program management oversight in injury biomechanics, vehicle crash worthiness and biomechanics, advanced crash-avoidance technology, and human factors programs. Ron has been a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers since 1998 and has chaired SAE task groups in active safety and dummy testing and evaluation. He is a key contributor to the design and development of TRC’s 540-acre Smart Mobility Advanced Research and Test Center, or SMARTCenter. Ron received a master’s degree in public administration and a bachelor’s of science degree in business administration from Wright State University. Avery Caughenbaugh has been TRC’s marketing specialist since 2017. Her responsibilities are in customer service, social media, public relations, events and conferences, and facility tours. She began her career at TRC as a Durability Test Driver before she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in strategic communications at Ohio State.

The ISDA Secure Transportation and Executive Protection News Podcast for Friday, October 12th, 2018 ========================= In Vehicle News From the Verge Mercedes-Benz wants to make the 2020 S-Class partially autonomous Mercedes-Benz plans to debut its own semi-autonomous system on the refreshed S-Class sedan, due in the 2020 lineup, according to an Automotive News interview with the company’s head of research. The system will offer what the Society of Automotive Engineers refers to as “Level 3” autonomy, which means the car can drive itself in certain situations without any driver input, with the caveat that said driver needs to be ready to take over in case of an emergency. This kind of driver assistance package would be on par with what Audi built into the 2019 A8. Audi’s system — called Traffic Jam Pilot — handles starts, stops, turns, and more while allowing the driver to take their eyes off the road. It would be a step ahead of other current Level 2 systems, like Tesla’s Autopilot or GM’s Super Cruise. (Though, Tesla has promised Autopilot will soon become more robust after the company’s latest software update recently rolled out.) And it would mark a significant leap forward from Mercedes-Benz’s existing driver assistance package, Drive Pilot, which received some not-so-favorable reviews.   https://www.theverge.com/2018/10/11/17964818/mercedes-benz-2020-s-class-self-driving-autonomous-car-drive-pilot ====================== In Technology News From NextGov DHS Funds Airport Navigation App that Guides You from Check-in to Gate The Homeland Security Department is investing in technology that helps air travelers navigate airport security and gives federal agents a direct line of communication with passengers.  The agency’s Science and Technology Directorate awarded a nearly $120,000 contract to LocusLabs to adapt their airport navigation application for Transportation Security Administration and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The smartphone app would give passengers real-time location information and guide them from curb to gate using Google Maps-style directions. It would also let agencies immediately get in touch with everyone at the airport.     https://www.nextgov.com/emerging-tech/2018/10/dhs-funds-airport-navigation-app-guides-you-check-gate/151963/   ======================   And from the Verge Google Translate can now visually translate 13 more languages Starting this week, the Google Translate app will be capable of visually translating 13 new languages by using the camera on your smartphone, according to a report from VentureBeat.  In 2015, Google added the visual translation feature to the Translate app with the support of 27 different languages. It allows users to translate dinner menus and signs in real time, making communicating abroad much easier. This week’s announcement adds Punjabi, Bengali, Vietnamese, Thai, Gujarati, Kannada, Nepali, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam, putting the total number of supported languages close to 50.    https://www.theverge.com/2018/10/11/17965536/google-translate-visual-translation-13-languages-new ==================== In Executive Protection News From BBC News Mohammed Dewji: Africa's 'youngest billionaire' abducted in Tanzania Mohammed Dewji, 43, was abducted outside a swanky hotel gym where he was going for his routine morning workout. Three people have been arrested in connection with the incident and two of the abductors were believed to be foreign nationals, police added. The motive for Mr. Dewji's abduction is still unclear. Who is Mohammed Dewji? Financial magazine Forbes puts his wealth at $1.5bn and has described him as Tanzania's only billionaire. In a 2017 report, it said Mr. Dewji was Africa's youngest billionaire. Dewji is also a major sponsor of one of Tanzania's biggest football teams, Simba. Dewji, locally known as Mo, is credited with turning his family business from a wholesale and retail enterprise into a pan-African conglomerate, reports the BBC's Athuman Mtulya from Dar es Salaam.  His company, MeTL, has interests in textile manufacturing, flour milling, beverages, and edible oils in at least six African states. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-45821361 ==================== Links to all news stories mentioned in this podcast are available at the archive website securitydrivernews.libsyn.com. You can also listen to past podcast episodes and leave comments.    Thanks for listening to the ISDA Secure Transportation and Executive Protection News podcast. ====================== This podcast is brought to you by the International Security Driver Association ISDA is a valuable resource for all practitioners working in the protection profession. 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Larry Snow with the Secure Transportation and Executive Protection News for Thursday, August 16th, 2018  In Driving News From SecurityDriver.Com Three Seconds To Safety – Surge of Carjacking There has been a surge of carjacking throughout the US and in other countries. In ISDA’s opinion, the number of carjackings may vary from year to year, but it is not a new phenomenon, they have been and always will be a problem. The threat of carjackings is an issue that you may want to bring to the attention of those you protect.    The Three Seconds to Safety booklet is available for free on iBooks and on SecurityDriver.Com Read More   ===========   Autonomous Vehicle Levels It seems that every news agency and certainly every auto-enthusiast magazine and blog are discussing autonomous vehicles and the technology that goes into making vehicles self-driving.  What isn’t really discussed or understood is that there are different levels of self-driving. According to the Society of Automotive Engineers, there are 6 levels of automation.  Level 0  - is full manual mode. The driver is in full control of the vehicle and performs all driving tasks. Level 1 – Driver Assistance. The vehicle is controlled by the driver, but some driving assist features may be included in the vehicle design. GM’s adaptive cruise control would be an example of Level 1. Level 2 – Partial Automation. The vehicle has combined automated functions, like acceleration and steering, but the driver must remain engaged with the driving task and monitor the environment at all times. Examples of level 2 include helping vehicles to stay in lanes and self-parking features. Level 3 -  Conditional Automation. The driver is a necessity, but is not required to monitor the environment, The driver must be ready to take control of the vehicle at all times with notice. Level 3 vehicles are capable of managing on a freeway journey, excluding on- and off-ramps and city driving. Feature example is Tesla’s Auto Pilot. Level 4 – High Automation. The vehicle is capable of performing all driving functions under certain conditions. The driver may have the option to control the vehicle. A Level 4 vehicle is capable of completing an entire journey without driver intervention, even operating without a driver at all, but the vehicle does have some constraints. As an example, a Level 4 vehicle may be confined to a certain geographical area (i.e. geofenced), or it could be prohibited from operating beyond a certain speed. A Level 4 vehicle likely still maintains driver controls like a steering wheel and pedals for those instances in which a human may be required to assume control. There are no Level 4 production vehicles available to consumers. Level 5 – Full automation. The vehicle is capable of performing all driving functions under all conditions. The driver may have the option to control the vehicle. A Level 5 vehicle is capable of complete hands-off, driverless operation under all circumstances. A Level 5 autonomous vehicle is unconstrained geographically and theoretically able to travel at all speeds in safety, thanks to advanced software and vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-environment communications. Although there is a big push to get to level 5, manufacturers have some way go to just to create a level 5 - Ford states by 2021 they will have produced a level 5 vehicle, Honda says by 2020, but it will be years and perhaps decades before getting level 5 to consumers. A lot has to happen along the way. Such as vehicle to vehicle communications, the vehicle to road and satellite communications and all the infrastructure that goes into making it all work.   ======================   Links to all news stories mentioned in this news briefing are available at the archive website securitydrivernews.libsyn.com. You can also listen to past news briefings and leave comments.  As a reminder, the news briefing is available on all variations of Apple and Google Play podcast apps and Spotify. ======================  This flash briefing is brought to you by the International Security Driver Association. Whether you are exploring a career in executive protection, new to the profession, honing your expertise, or an established security executive, ISDA offers its Members benchmark educational, networking, and marketing programs.  For more information about the ISDA membership, articles related to secure transportation, security, and executive protection, go to isdacenter.org. Thanks for listening to the Security Driver and Executive Protection News.    

Powered by iReportSource Throughout OSHA regulations, you will find references to industry consensus standards such as those in Subpart I - Personal Protective Equipment. These PPE regulations refer to ANSI standards as the safety criteria manufacturers must meet when producing eye, face, head, and foot protective equipment. OSHA requires employers to purchase personal protective equipment that bears the ANSI mark to ensure that the equipment provides the maximum protection for the wearers. OSHA does not include industry consensus standards in the regulations; rather, it refers employers to various consensus standards as the safety procedures and specifications that must be met in the workplace. This referral procedure is called "incorporation by reference." Incorporation by reference was established by statute and allows Federal agencies to meet the requirement to publish regulations in the Federal Register by referring to materials already published elsewhere. The legal effect is that the material is treated as if it were published in full in the Federal Register and, like any other properly issued regulation, has the force of law. In some cases, OSHA may not incorporate by reference a particular industry standard, but it may hold employers to that industry-standard under the General Duty Clause of the OSH Act, recognizing that the industry-standard contains best practices the employer should use. For instance, ANSI/ISEA Z308.1, Minimum Requirements for Workplace First Aid Kits an Supplies, has not been adopted by OSHA. However, ANSI/ISEA Z308.1 provides detailed information regarding the contents and types of various first aid kits; OSHA has often referred employers to ANSI/ISEA Z308.1 as a source of guidance for the minimum requirements for first aid kits. Where an OSHA standard incorporates an old consensus standard, what is the significance of an updated industry consensus standard? Under OSHA's de minimis policy, where OSHA has adopted an earlier consensus standard, employers who are in compliance with the updated version will not be cited for a violation of the old version as long as the new one is at least equally protective. Remember, though, that where an OSHA standard incorporates an earlier consensus standard, the only way the OSHA standard can be changed to adopt the new version is through rulemaking. For example, OSHA’s aerial lift standard references ANSI A92.2-1969. Even though ANSI A92.2 has been revised, the OSHA aerial lift standard continues to require only compliance with the 1969 standard. There is no automatic adoption of the more current industry consensus standard. Industry consensus standards are just that, a voluntary standardization system for private industry. They set conformity and uniformity criteria for the development and manufacture of a great volume of products. These criteria are developed by committees of qualified representatives from industry, labor, and government agencies. In many instances, U.S. consensus standards are adopted in whole or in part as international standards. Some organizations that publish consensus standards include: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists; American Society of Agricultural Engineers; American National Standards Institute; American Petroleum Institute; American Society of Mechanical Engineers; American Welding Society; Compressed Gas Association; National Fire Protection Association; and Society of Automotive Engineers. Copies of the consensus standards may be purchased from the organization that issues them. OSHA’s Docket Office and each regional office also maintain copies of the standards referenced in the regulations. These standards are available for public review at those offices. What is NIOSH? NIOSH, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, is an agency separate from OSHA. NIOSH is part of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIOSH, also established by the OSH Act, is the research agency for occupational safety and health. What is ANSI? According to their website; As the voice of the U.S. standards and conformity assessment system, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) empowers its members and constituents to strengthen the U.S. marketplace position in the global economy while helping to assure the safety and health of consumers and the protection of the environment. The Institute oversees the creation, promulgation and use of thousands of norms and guidelines that directly impact businesses in nearly every sector: from acoustical devices to construction equipment, from dairy and livestock production to energy distribution, and many more. ANSI is also actively engaged in accreditation - assessing the competence of organizations determining conformance to standards. And there you have it; a quick run-down on national consensus standards. Let me know what you think; send emails to info@thesafetypropodcast.com You can find me on LinkedIn! Post a LinkedIn update, letting me know what you think of the podcast. Be sure to @ mention Blaine J. Hoffmann or The SafetyPro Podcast LinkedIn page. You can also find the podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Larry Snow with the Secure Transportation and Executive Protection News for Monday, May 14th, 2018.   In Vehicle News A report from the New York Times found that dozens of people have been poisoned by carbon monoxide after failing to shut off the keyless ignition on their vehicles. Since 2006 at least 28 people have died and 45 others have suffered injuries from the gas after they thought they had turned off their vehicles, the Times found. The report highlights the efforts by some groups to push for new regulations from automakers to combat the problem. Keyless ignition allows drivers to start their cars with the press of a button while an electronic key fob remains in their pocket or purse. The technology first entered the American market in the early 2000s. In 2015, a class action lawsuit claimed there had been 13 carbon monoxide-related deaths linked to keyless ignition cars. A judge dismissed the suit in September 2016. The Times report, published Sunday, indicates the problem may be more widespread than previously thought. The Society of Automotive Engineers, a leading standards group for the auto industry, seven years ago called for requiring automakers to include warning signals — such as a series of beeps — to alert drivers if their cars were left on, according to the Times report. Read More ======================= In Terrorism News Investigators working to understand why a 20-year-old French citizen born in the Russian republic of Chechnya went on a stabbing rampage in central Paris detained the dead suspect's parents and a friend Sunday, French officials said. Read More Family of suicide bombers attacks 3 churches in Indonesia, killing 7, police say Here's the report from CNN.Com ===================== In Technology News From the Guardian.Com SpotMini: headless robotic dog to go on sale in 2019 Former Google robotics outfit Boston Dynamics, famed for its advanced humanoid and canine automatons, has announced that it will begin sale of its headless robotic SpotMini next year. Read More      This flash briefing is brought to you by the International Security Driver Association and is published daily between 12 noon and 1 PM ET. The ISDA serves its members by supporting an international forum of protection professionals who share their knowledge and experience for the education and benefit of the membership. ISDA represents all aspects of the Executive Protection profession from all parts of the Globe. ISDA serves members who are either inexperienced or experienced practitioners. Whether you are exploring a career in executive protection, new to the profession, honing your expertise, or an established security executive, ISDA offers its Members benchmark educational, networking, and marketing programs.  For more information about the ISDA membership, articles related to secure transportation, security, and executive protection, go to isdacenter.org. Thanks for listening to the Security Driver and Executive Protection News flash briefing Have a great weekend everybody and happy Mother's Day to all the awesome moms out there. May your day be filled with love, joy and laughter.  

Driver assisted technologies, driverless technology, robotic cars, autonomous vehicles…  If all the different talk and types of autonomous driving has you a bit confused you're not alone.  In this iDriveSoCal Podcast we lay out the six Automation Levels as described by the Society of Automotive Engineers and accepted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  And yes there are six levels, not five, listen to get all the details. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: Automated Safety for Vehicles ***Transcript*** Recorded March 12, 2017 Tom Smith: Welcome to iDriveSoCal, the podcast all about mobility from the automotive capital of the United States – Southern California. I'm Tom Smith, and in this episode, we're talking about automated driving.  Specifically, we're going to identify the different levels of automated driving. But before we can do that we need to frame the rather complex issue. We hear a lot about driver assisted technology, driverless technologies, robotic cars and the like. Personally, I get excited about it all of it and can't wait for it to get here. But the reality is that some automated driving technology – depending on how you look at it, a lot of it actually – is already here. The topic can be confusing because of the definition of the different levels of automation that fall under the umbrella of quote-unquote “automated driving.” The topic can also be confusing because there's many different major industries and organizations dealing with it. And they all have skin in the game so to speak. First, you have the for-profit companies that want to bring automated driving technology to you and me – the consumers. That includes: Traditional automotive manufacturers like General Motors. Newcomers to automotive manufacturing like Tesla. But then also, technology companies like Google's self-driving arm Waymo and Uber. Then there are the existing Federal government agencies that need to keep us safe by managing their current domains but still accepting, if not embracing, the future. These entities include: NHTSA – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. And the NTSB – The National Transportation Safety Board. Both of these organizations were on the scene to investigate a Tesla crash here in LA just a few weeks back. And then we have the different states in the US deciding what they're going to allow and not allow.  And that's even been an issue just from a perspective of testing technology that would ventually be implemented. For example; Arizona has become the beneficiary of companies moving there to test automated driving tech that California has wanted to move more slowly in allowing. And let's not forget groups like Consumer Watchdog who we spoke with a couple weeks ago.  They're basically saying – hey this all is great but let's proceed with caution because this is a very big hairy issue. I might be forgetting something or some-group but you get the point.  The topic of automated driving is big.  There's a great deal at stake for powerful groups.  And because of that it's been, and will probably continue to be, quite a fluid situation. With all of that in mind there's one more important group to mention – the Society of Automotive Engineers. You're probably aware of them, and have been for a long time, you just don't know it. They usually go by their acronym – SAE. You've seen that around various automotive documentation haven't you? I know I have but didn't realize it until recently. Anyway, SAE (the Society of Automotive Engineers) is relevant here because just a couple years ago – NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) decided to accept SAE's definitions of the various levels of automated driving. NHTSA has a cool timeline on their website – in case you want to check it out; we have a link to it through this podca...

Sir Alfred J. DiMora is the Founder and CEO of DiMora Motorcar, based in Palm Springs, California. His company is known for their expertise in designing high-end luxury cars including the Clenet, Sceptre, and Natalia. Alfred also founded Starbridge Systems where he developed the world’s fastest FPGA supercomputer. Throughout his career Alfred has built many successful companies in a variety of sectors. In 2001 Sir Alfred was inducted in to the Knights of Malta. He is a member of the Motor Press Guild and the Society of Automotive Engineers. Currently Alfred is bringing the Clenet back into production, he’s launching a cell phone line, and he is building a factory in Vietnam where they will build electric taxicabs.  

SPaMCAST 462 features our interview with Jon M Quigley  We discussed his new book Project Management for Automotive Engineers. Jon co-authored the book with Roopa Shenoy. The book and the ideas in the book are relevant to all types of projects whether they use Agile or not!  A fun and informative conversation! Jon’s Bio: Jon M. Quigley PMP CTFL is a principal and founding member of Value Transformation, a product development training and cost improvement organization established in 2009, as well as being an Electrical / Electronic Process Manager at Volvo Trucks North America.  Jon has an Engineering Degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and two Master Degrees from the City University of Seattle.  Jon has nearly twenty-five years of product development experience, ranging from embedded hardware and software through verification and project management. Jon has written or contributed to a huge number of books, presentations, and articles including: Project Management for Automotive Engineers ISBN 978-0768080773 Configuration Management: Theory, Practice, and Application ISBN 978-148222935 Contact Jon at: jon.quigley@valuetransform.com http://www.valuetransform.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/value-transformation-llc https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonmquigley Here is a promo for my upcoming ITMPI Webinar! Wed, Oct 18, 2017, 11:00 AM (EST) Product Owners In Agile – The Really Hard Role In this webinar, you will learn why an Agile team’s product owner has a special obligation for leadership and value delivery.  It's a hard role but we will discuss making it work! ⇒ Register For other events, SPaMCAST team members will be attending check the recent blog entry titled Upcoming Conferences and Webinars!   Re-Read Saturday News This week Steven completes Paul Gibbons’ book The Science of Successful Organizational Change.  Steven delivers final thoughts. Special thanks to Steven for tackling the re-read duties for the past thirteen weeks.   Next in the Re-read Series is  . . . . Actionable Agile Metrics for Predictability: An Introduction by Daniel S. Vacanti (Author) Dead Tree Book https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/098643633X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=098643633X&linkCode=as2&tag=softprocandme-20&linkId=3488b22252fbe0c99b33ea226f9dcdf5 Kindle https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013ZQ5TUQ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B013ZQ5TUQ&linkCode=as2&tag=softprocandme-20&linkId=f5bdfb462b1cb570344bba7dff6e3c37 Get your copy and begin reading (or re-reading)! A Call To Action The Software Process and Measurement Cast needs your help!  Please give the SPaMCAST a short, honest review in iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you are listening.  If you leave a review somewhere, please send a copy to spamcastinfo@gmail.com we will call you out on the show!  Reviews help guide people to the cast and blog! If you interested in promoting your conference or event on the Software Process and Measurement Cast please reach out to us at spamcastinfo@gmail.com to discuss how that can happen! Next SPaMCAST SPaMCAST 463 will feature our essay on using big picture stories to generate resonance.  Early in the history of Agile, most descriptions of Agile included the need to define a central metaphor to help guide the work.  Somewhere over time, the idea of a central metaphor has disappeared as Agile thought leaders have focused on more tactical facets of Agile methods and frameworks. It’s time to reconsider the big picture story! We will also have columns from Gene Hughson (Form Follows Function)  and Jeremy Berriault (QA Corner). Shameless Ad for my book! Mastering Software Project Management: Best Practices, Tools and Techniques co-authored by Murali Chematuri and myself and published by J. Ross Publishing. We have received unsolicited reviews like the following: “This book will prove that software projects should not be a tedious process, for you or your team.” Support SPaMCAST by buying the book here. Available in English and Chinese.

SPaMCAST 461 features our essay - Agile -- Leadership Required.  For an Agile transformation to be effective and then stay effective there are four cornerstones of Agile leadership constancy that must be addressed with passion and constancy of purpose. Our second column this week is from Kim Pries (The Software Sensei). Kim fills in the middle of the cast with a discussion of the conceptual skills a software developer should have. To be good in this industry you need to be more than a set of coding languages or testing techniques.   Steve Tendon, brings chapter 19 of Tame The Flow: Hyper-Productive Knowledge-Work Performance, The TameFlow Approach and Its Application to Scrum and Kanban published J Ross (buy a copy here). We tackle Chapter 19, which is titled Understanding Common Cause Variation.  Steve share insights that caused me to rethink the whole idea of common cause variation. Here is a promo for my appearance during the Denver Startup Week.  On Thursday, September 28th at 8 AM I will be sharing Storytelling: Developing the Big Picture for Agile Efforts.  The presentation, in Denver, Colorado, will be at held at Industry.  Register and be there!!!! A well-done Agile project reminds us that the focus of any set of requirements needs to be on an outcome rather than a collection of “whats” and “whos”. Storytelling is a powerful tool to elevate even the most diehard requirements analyst from a discussion of individual requirements to a discussion of outcomes. Attend this session and learn how to peel away the proverbial layers of the backlog evolution “onion” by using storytelling techniques to understand the big picture. Perfect for PMs and leaders of any agile driven project. For other events, SPaMCAST team members will be attending check the recent blog entry titled Upcoming Conferences and Webinars!   Re-Read Saturday News This week Steven completes Chapter 9 of Paul Gibbons’ book The Science of Successful Organizational Change.  Chapter 9 is the capstone of the book, putting all of the pieces-parts together.  Steve sums the chapter up and ties a bow on it!  We will have a final wrap up next week then . . . Vote for the next re-read book here! I will hold the poll open for a few more days.  Currently, we seem to be experiencing a slugfest between Vacanti and Senge; however, I am starting to see rally flags for Kevin Kruse’s book! This week and previous installments: Week 1: Game Plan Week 2: Introduction    Week 3: Failed Change Week 4:  Introduction to Part 1 and Fragility to Change-Agility Week 5: Governance and the Psychology of Risk Week 6: Decision Making in Complex and Ambiguous Environments Week 7: Chapter 5: Cognitive Bias and Failed Strategies Week 8: Misunderstanding Human Behavior Week 9: The Science of Changing Behaviors Week 10: Chapter 8: The Science of Changing Hearts and Minds Week 11: Leading With Science (Part 1) Week 12 Leading With Science (Part 2)   A Call To Action The Software Process and Measurement Cast needs your help!  Please give the SPaMCAST a short, honest review in iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you are listening.  If you leave a review somewhere, please send a copy to spamcastinfo@gmail.com we will call you out on the show!  Reviews help guide people to the cast and blog! If you interested in promoting your conference or event on the Software Process and Measurement Cast please reach out to us at spamcastinfo@gmail.com to discuss how that can happen! Next SPaMCAST SPaMCAST 462 will feature our interview with Jon M Quigley (remember him?)  We discussed his new book Project Management for Automotive Engineers. Jon co-authored the book with Roopa Shenoy. The book and the ideas in the book are relevant to all types of projects whether they use Agile or not!  A fun and informative conversation! Shameless Ad for my book! Mastering Software Project Management: Best Practices, Tools and Techniques co-authored by Murali Chematuri and myself and published by J. Ross Publishing. We have received unsolicited reviews like the following: “This book will prove that software projects should not be a tedious process, for you or your team.” Support SPaMCAST by buying the book here. Available in English and Chinese.

The mission of Contract Professionals, Inc. is to be the premier source of technical professionals serving major and emerging industries. A highly driven, world class senior executive, Jim Cowper has more than 30 years in the staffing business, with an unparalleled ability to create repeatable customer retention and demonstrated success. He has produced top line revenue in excess of $2 billion and EBITDA greater than $190 million in the human capital technical services industry. Aptly, Jim began his career in the staffing industry at Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) in 1983-1986, laying the groundwork for the success the company enjoys today. With more than $50 million in revenue last year alone, CPI is poised for significant growth in 2016-2017. Jim returned to CPI in the last quarter of 2014, with a sincere determination to be a lightening rod for revitalization, after making his own significant contributions to the staffing industry. Specializing in bringing new life to organizations, Jim is at his best when he is developing and executing challenging business strategies. After his initial tenure at CPI, Jim went on to a long career at TAC Worldwide Companies, launching the $125 millon TAC Automotive Group. He was responsible for leading the $250 million engineering services business, in the United States and United Kingdom. While he was at TAC, he was responsible for managing 19 offices and 180 staff members. A Crain’s Detroit Business 40 under 40 recipient, Jim is best known for turning uncertainty into order, while looking for ways to elevate those around him. As a leader, he is keenly aware of the responsibility he has to help others improve and grow. He has been recognized for his business innovation by being inducted into the TAC Worldwide Companies President’s Club and by receiving the Top Revenue and EBITDA awards. With a continuous sense of urgency and incredible stamina, Jim was responsible for helping TAC Worldwide receive some of its’ highest honors including Corp. Magazine’s 101 Best Places to Work, Ford Q1 Award, ISO 9000, Crain’s Cool Places to Work and Corp. Magazine’s Top Diversity Corporation. Jim has always been one to give back to the communities where he lives and works. Jim is currently a member of the Advisory Council for the Josephine Ford Cancer Institute. He is the Director and Treasurer of the Board, DFCU Financial Credit Union, and he is a member of the University Club at MSU and the Huntsman Hunt Club. A past sponsor of PAL/THINK Detroit and the March of Dimes, Jim’s previous associations also include the Engineering Society of Detroit, the Society of Automotive Engineers, and the Michigan Minority Business Development Council. A life long Michigander, Jim proudly graduated from Wayne State University, Detroit, with a BA in 1982.

This week’s show talks about the technology that is dominating transportation today and into the near future, and does it with a macro view in language we can all understand. Joining John McElroy on his panel discussing Connectivity, Mobility and Autonomy are: Richard Wallace from the Center for Automotive Research; Lindsay Brooke, Society of Automotive Engineers; and Sam Abuelsamid, Navigant Research.

This week’s show talks about the technology that is dominating transportation today and into the near future, and does it with a macro view in language we can all understand. Joining John McElroy on his panel discussing Connectivity, Mobility and Autonomy are: Richard Wallace from the Center for Automotive Research; Lindsay Brooke, Society of Automotive Engineers; and Sam Abuelsamid, Navigant Research.

Scot Elkins is the Chief Operating Officer for the non-profit Motorsports Safety Foundation (MSF). In addition to his role with MSF, Scot is a Race Director for the prestigious Mazda Road to Indy which is the development series for IndyCar. Scot is also a Steward for IndyCar while simultaneously owning TEG Motorsports Consulting, which is a company providing logistical, operational and engineering services to motorsports and automotive companies. Scot’s past includes work with IMSA, the Champ Car World Series, NASCAR, the Indy Racing League, the Atlantic Championship Series, and the Skip Barber Race Series. He is also a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers.

Pete Aylett is the great-grandson of a London carriage maker. He had a 25 year career as an automotive design engineer with British, German, American, and Japanese car companies. He worked for Ford and Lotus in England, Mercedes in Stuttgart, GM in Detroit, Nissan, and Mazda at the advanced design studios in California. Thirteen years ago he founded his own company:  Car Art, Inc. - selling art by renowned car designers, fine artists, and photographers.  Today, he represents 80 artists from 20 countries in the world’s largest online car art gallery, with 1,300 artworks of 130 different marques.  Peter is a member of the Motor Press Guild and a past member of the Society of Automotive Engineers and the Industrial Designers Society of America.