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“We’re using the eye as a window to the health of the body. We’re developing solutions to some of humanity’s greatest healthcare challenges.” Our eyes contain a vast amount of information about our health, but they’re an untapped resource. Assessing the eye requires contact, and that can be uncomfortable and unsafe, so it’s often avoided. That’s why Occuity’s technology is game-changing. Their contactless handheld devices not only unlock the full power of the eye and open up a world of healthcare opportunities, but they’re also so easy to use that patients can assess themselves. In this episode we meet Occuity’s head of marketing Richard Kadri-Langford, and design engineer Jamie Serjeant. They take us on a tour of Occuity’s HQ in Reading in the UK, to learn about two of their devices, the PM1 Pachymeter and their non-invasive glucose metre Indigo. We even get a peak behind the scenes in the ‘Midnight Room’, their secret development lab. We also hear from Jon Hirschtick who explains how Occuity uses PTC’s PTC’s CAD solution Onshape to create the intricate and visually striking designs they pride themselves on.            
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“This, as an innovation… something people thought was impossible. It really changes the game in how we deliver radiotherapy to cancer patients.” Fighting cancer is not an easy task. Each body responds differently and each tumor is unique - so treatment must be personalized and precise. But, as companies like Elekta push forward advancements in the field, cancer care is becoming more targeted and effective than ever before. Elekta is a company creating cutting-edge linear accelerators, devices that deliver life-saving radiation therapy. In this episode we meet Chris Gilpin, Chris Flint and Mark Range at the company’s HQ in the UK. Find out how radiation therapy works, and why it’s playing an increasingly important role in cancer prevention. Get up close with the machines and take a tour through the factory to see how they’re built. And learn how Elekta’s IntelliMax system is bringing radiotherapy to underserved and remote countries all over the world.    
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“Imagination is one of the most profound human qualities. Every great achievement in human history has started as a work of imagination.” Beginning life as a passion project, Genesis Custom Sabers has since grown into Rob Petkau’s full time job. From cobbled together ‘junk sabers’ to immaculately crafted illuminated swords, Rob has honed his craft over the years, and now places only the highest quality sabers in the hands of wannabe Jedis. In this episode Rob explores the evolution of his designs, and how advances in technology have allowed him to create perfectly custom fit blades. He explains how he creates and designs the sound fonts that bring the sabers to life. And he discusses the immense appreciation he has for his fans, some who treat their sabers as ‘shelf queens’, and others, like Jimmy, who test (and break) them in combat.    
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“We believe that Africa shouldn’t be trailing behind the developing world in green initiatives, but that actually Africa is primed to lead the drive to green initiatives.” Around the world, over 3 billion people don’t have access to motorised transport. This means that farmers in emerging economies can struggle to get their produce to market. They might have to carry heavy loads long distances, or pay to rent a bike which isn’t suited to dangerous roads, all because they can’t afford to buy a truck. OxDelivers is working to change all this by allowing farmers to rent space in their electric OxTrucks. As the farmers are only paying for the space they need, the system remains affordable and allows them to take more goods to market and make more profit. The OxDelivers system is currently operating in Rwanda, but they aim to expand to other emerging markets. The OxTrucks have been designed to be durable enough to negotiate the hilly Rwandan roads, and fully electric to keep costs down and to be less polluting. Our producer Helen visited their HQ in Leamington Spa in the UK to find out more about how OxDelivers are constantly innovating and improving their trucks to give the best possible service to their customers. We also hear from Jon Hirschtick at PTC, who tells us about how OnShape’s cloud-based system can suit a small start-up like OxDelivers and help their engineers to work collaboratively with their office in Rwanda.  
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“The project has definitely made me more curious about all the kinds of subjects I had to delve into for the project… also resilience, I think, is a big part of it.“ Education is vital for inspiring the engineers of tomorrow. In this special episode of the podcast we ask: are we encouraging enough young people to go into engineering to meet the demand for innovation? We speak to Jordan Cox from PTC’s Education segment about the importance of inspiring the next generation to study STEM subjects, and how the company is supporting academia in creating the engineers of the future. We also head to Germany to meet Steve Sandhoop, a high school student at the Gymnasium in den Filder Benden, who is living proof that giving students access to technology to get involved in engineering can yield great results. Steve created a robot arm designed to carry out knee surgery as part of his final project at school. Not content with just building the robot, he also created an accurate life-size model of a human knee for it to operate on. He 3D printed all parts of his robot arm and the model knee in the school “fab lab” (short for fabrication lab) and consulted with a surgeon to make the model anatomically correct. Steve designed the robotic arm in PTC’s Onshape CAD software. We hear about how the project has ignited an interest in engineering and software for Steve and how vital it was for him to have the tools and support provided for him by his school.    
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Technology has become integrated into every aspect of the way we work, especially for people who spend a big chunk of time sitting at a desk for their job. But whether you’re updating a document on your iPad, or dialling into Zoom from your laptop, this tech is not hands free. So frontline workers like paramedics, engineers, mechanics - people who have their hands tied doing their job - often miss out on the edge and convenience of computers. And that’s where Assisted Reality and RealWear’s incredible suite of hands-free, voice-enabled head wearables comes in. To find out about this tech, and in particular their flagship product the Navigator 520, our reporter Joel Shupack visited RealWear’s HQ in Vancouver, Washington, to meet chairman and CEO Andrew Crosstowski (Chrostowski).    
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“We’ve seen a drastic change in the medical landscape. We see that people have a switch in their relationship with their healthcare professionals.” Walking down the street, you’ll notice many people have switched their classic Casio for something a little bit… Smarter. Interest in smart devices and wearable tech has grown rapidly since the pandemic, as our relationship with our health has changed and evolved. Withings is a company developing some of the most technically advanced health trackers on the market. But it’s not all about smartwatches and fitness straps - Withings’ smart scales are state- of-the-art, and their pioneering urine monitor is one-of-a-kind. In this episode we find out about all three of Withings’ flagship products, visiting their HQ just outside Paris to meet mechanical team leader Manon Navellou and PR manager Thi Nguyen. We also hear from Jon Hirschtick who explains why Withings has chosen to use PTC’s cloud- based computer aided design platform Onshape.        
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“We’re extremely well positioned to make charging your car as easy as charging your laptop.”   It wasn’t always easy owning an electric car, with the constant fear of running out of juice weighing on your mind. But those fears are fast vanishing, with unbelievable growth and innovation in charging technology.    So as many countries prepare for a large-scale transition to electric, and with petrol and diesel cars soon to become a thing of the past, are we prepared for our electric future? Thanks to companies like EVBox, the future is bright. In this episode we visit EVBox’s HQ in Amsterdam to find out just how easy their award winning EV chargers are to use. We learn how they're speeding up charge times with their game-changing tech. And we hear about their successes and global growth.   We also hear from Jon Hirschtick who explains how EVBox uses PTC’s product lifecycle management and quality management solution Arena.    
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“You’ll park it at your house, drive it to the nearest airstrip, unfold your vehicle, take-off, fly 500km, land again, and drive to your final destination.” Flying cars have long been the poster child for the future - a sign that we’ve reached an incredible milestone in technological advancement. But that vision of the future has been confined to science fiction for many decades - until now. PAL-V is building the world’s first road-legal flying car, and it’s extremely close to liftoff. The aim is to make general aviation practical for everyday mobility. In this episode we sit in the driving seat of the stunning PAL-V Liberty, a car that flies like a gyroplane. We meet PAL-V’s marketing director, Joris Wolters, who explains the engineering that’s gone into developing the Liberty, and what the car is capable of. We also hear from Mark Lobo, who heads PTC’s Windchill product lifecycle management Division. He explains how PAL-V uses the PLM solution to deal with its rapid growth and strict data compliance needs.    
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“Cupra is a brand born in the 21st century. We call ourselves unconventional challengers because we want to do things differently.” If you think electric motorsport lacks emotion, prepare for an awakening. The passion pouring out of Cupra’s head of racing, coupled with the incredible sounds recorded in the driving seat of their championship racing car will show you why electric racing is earning its place in the mainstream. Cupra Racing are pioneers in the field, developing the first ever electric touring racing car before there was even a race for them to compete in. But that’s all changed, and years later Cupra has won titles in multiple events, from Formula E, to Extreme E and the FIA eTouring World Cup. In this episode we head to the company’s factory in Barcelona where they produce, test and design their racing cars, and meet the man in charge of turning Cupra’s dreams into reality, Xavi Serra.        
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“It’s amazing how comfortable the machines are by taking noise and vibration away.” You’re about to walk past roadworks on your street, ready to throw your hands up over your ears - when you realize you don’t have to stop your conversation. In fact, you can even hear the birds singing. Bliss. This is the promise of the electric construction vehicle. Although essential, the construction industry has a big impact on both climate and noise pollution, so Volvo Construction Equipment is leading the charge in turning the industry green. Setting up at Volvo CE’s North American Customer Center, we meet Dave Vandersleen, Ray Gallant and Lars Arnold. Find out how these electric machines actually feel better, more reactive and stronger than their predecessors. Hear the impressive ECR25 compact excavator gearing up. And find out why these machines are being used in zoos - one of many unique and unexpected applications.    
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“There’s nothing really else out there that compares to this…. It’s the closest to real life you can get without actually going out on track in a car.“ Imagine being able to race round all the world’s top Formula One circuits and feel every bump and bit of understeer without actually having to travel anywhere. Or to be able to test drive a road car that hasn’t been built yet on the motorway. Dynisma creates driving simulators that make this possible. Founded by ex-F1 engineer Ash Warne, Dynisma develops incredibly realistic driving simulators for both motorsport teams and the car industry. What sets their simulators apart though is how quickly they respond, in milliseconds, so drivers feel like they’re driving a real car. Our host (and motor racing fan) Paul Haimes joined Ash in Dynisma’s office in Somerset to learn more about how they build state of the art simulators - and to have a test drive in their flagship DMG-1 model simulator. Paul drives the DMG-1 around the famous Spa Francorchamps F1 circuit, guided around by junior Aston Martin driver Tom Canning, to feel the responsiveness and realism of the simulator. Ash also takes us around their manufacturing site to see the simulators in construction, and tells us about how incredibly accurate simulators can help motorsport teams and manufacturers cut down on travel and plan for a greener future.   We also hear from Jon Hirschtick at PTC, who tells us about how OnShape’s cloud-based system can help Dynisma engineers to be more collaborative and get to the cutting edge of simulation.    
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“You see a photograph and you’d be hard pressed to say that’s a model… I can still get tricked.” Many of us will have nostalgic memories of building Airfix model kits of planes as a child. In the UK, the name 'Airfix' has become practically synonymous with plastic models of the iconic British WW2 fighter plane, the Spitfire. However, Airfix (and their parent company Hornby Hobbies) make model kits of a wide range of vehicles and aircraft, from sports cars to classic and modern jets, trains, tanks and even warships. Their models range in complexity all the way from starter kits to very complex designs. Senior Designer Chris Joy tells us about the development of new kits and the detailed research that is required to make Airfix models the most detailed and accurate representations of planes and vehicles as possible. He explains the artistry involved in putting together the smallest details on model planes, including making the outside look weathered and beaten, and discusses how computer-aided design has helped models to evolve over the years. We then speak to Head of Strategic Delivery Jamie Buchanan who tells us why he thinks people are still so drawn to practical model kits in a world of technology. We also hear from Brian Thompson, who heads up PTC’s CAD division. He explains why PTC’s CAD software CREO is such a crucial part of allowing designers to capture the small details of aircraft which make the Airfix models so accurate.    
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“When it comes to creating a home… we’re creating future memories for people”. Did you know that buildings account for 39% of all global energy related carbon emissions? From the energy used in central heating to the materials used in their construction, our homes are a huge contributor to our carbon footprint. So how do we create sustainable homes for the future? Architectural firm Warehome, based in East London, is trying to answer that question. In this episode, Founder Joe Stuart tells us about how Warehome specialises in the German design approach “Passivhaus” and takes us on a tour of his home (also the first house that Warehome built and designed.) Find out how they’re using carefully considered building materials such as timber to make the building process more sustainable, and designing the space so there is no need for a central heating system. He also explains how important it is to design a space that is personalised and a home, and how virtual reality can help to deliver that for clients. We also hear from Brian Thompson, who heads up PTC’s CAD division. He explains why PTC’s CAD software CREO is such an important part of Warehome’s drive towards sustainability. Warehome is also supported by PTC strategic partner Inneo UK.    
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Two years before most people can even attempt to get their car licence, Formula 1 drivers-in-the-making are already taking to the track to race in some of the world’s fastest cars. At just 15 years old training begins in the Formula 4 division.    And for the young, aspiring female drivers flying up the ranks, something exciting is coming this year - F1 Academy - an all-female driver category. While there are no women competing in F1 right now, this academy is set to change everything. And in this special episode of the podcast I’m excited to introduce you to championship favourite and woman to watch, 19 year old Abbi Pulling.   Abbi is racing for Rodin Carlin, and we’ll meet her in a bit, but first we’re going to hear from Kenny Kirwan, Rodin Carlin’s F1 academy team manager. Rodin Carlin has used PTC’s computer-aided design software CREO for many years now, so I was eager to get down to meet the team in person. Plus, with my background and love of motorsport, I really couldn’t pass up a trip to Silverstone, the ‘Home of British Motor Racing’ - even if it was snowing!   Kenny starts by taking us into Rodin Carlin’s garage…        
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“Even on my 8th launch - still goosebumps. I mean, you realize that engineers can cry.” Satellites are an essential part of keeping our modern lives running, allowing us to navigate, connect and observe the world from a phenomenal vantage point. But when a satellite is launched into space, it can take many months to get into position in order to start its mission. That was until D-Orbit changed the game. Their satellite carrier ION optimizes space operations by delivering satellites to their final destination in a matter of days, instead of months. D-Orbit is the world’s first space logistics company, and in this episode we find out how the company got started. We meet D-Orbit’s CTO Lorenzo Ferrario in the mission control centre, and hear stories of past launches when emotions run high amid the electric atmosphere. We also hear from Brian Thompson, who heads up PTC’s CAD division. He explains how D- Orbit uses PTC’s CAD software CREO to model their bespoke satellites in a fast and efficient way.        
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“We can explore the controls and function of the product, and look at the texture of the upholstery. And it really does allow the customer to see what their stairlift will look like within their home”. Our homes are sacred, and when we modify them or bring in new things, we want to know that the change will be seamless - that we’re still going to love the space we inhabit. This is especially true when you need a stairlift installed for the first time, a piece of equipment you may never have imagined would find a place in your home. Stannah is an elevator company, working with augmented reality to bring comfort to their customers. From upholstery choices to chair types and rail colors, Stannah Engage allows the company to show their customers exactly what their new stairlift will look like in their home - and how it’ll move. In this episode we meet Charles Symonds, Stannah’s Digital Product Development manager, at their HQ in the UK to learn about the rich 100-year history of this family-run business. And we try out Engage and find out how transformational this AR driven solution has been for the customer experience.      
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“The biggest organ in the human body is skin. Not addressing it is totally impossible in any type of metaverse, or parallel world, that you would like to emulate.” It’s not enough that we can see and hear the virtual world, to become truly immersed we need to feel it - to interact with all our senses. And that’s exactly what Actronika is doing with its haptics vest Skinetic. This incredible bit of kit recreates the sense of touch on your skin, using advanced technology to make your experience ultra-realistic. In this episode we learn about the three parts of touch that are required to create these high-definition sensations. Hear as our producer is plunged into a virtual world, bombarded with feelings of wind, hail and fireballs. And find out what the future holds for the technology, and the industries it's set to transform.    
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