From KNOW-HOW to WOW

Today, artificial intelligence is often synonymous with neural networks. But they're not always the smartest choice. Daniel Jung of Bosch Sensortec in Sweden explains why the Smart Connected Sensors technology platform uses a different kind of AI. He also reveals some other tricks that make the Smart Connected Sensors efficient and reliable. Your host, as usual for our deep dive episodes, is Geoff's voice avatar. More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

Move it — and do it with precision! Join our host Geoff at CES in Las Vegas, where he tests the brand new Smart Connected Sensors from Bosch Sensortec. This technology platform, comprising up to eight connected sensor nodes with various sensors, not only tracks movements but also benchmarks them against a reference. How well does Geoff mimic the motions of a virtual robot? Sure, that’s fun to find out, but product manager Abhinav Kunchamwar delves into diverse applications where precise motion tracking is transformative. He shares insights with this month’s hosts Shuko and Melena. They also learn more about the hardware than expected, as Geoff accidentally breaks open one of the sensor casings. Whoops! More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

Self-charging cars! They’re a thing, as we know since our CES live show. Join Geoff’s voice avatar and our in-house expert Andrew Krier for an exclusive closer look at automated valet charging, or AVC. Imagine electric vehicles autonomously navigating to chargers, guided by advanced camera systems: convenience meets technology - a glimpse into how we'll soon be rolling! Show notes: More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

Let's spin the reels of innovation! Our hosts Melena and Geoff are at CES, the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, exploring Bosch's latest innovations in the areas of mobility and living. However, it wouldn’t be a trip to Las Vegas without a few surprises. Melena and Geoff are challenging each other in a competition: They’re testing their knowledge about Automated Valet Charging and the IDS Ultra heat pump for cold climates. With support from Bosch experts Andrew Krier and Goncalo Costa, they'll answer questions selected by a virtual slot machine –Vegas-style! And who knows, maybe our #LikeABosch hero Shawn will also make a special appearance?!

A year ago, From Know-how to Wow introduced AI-hosted Deep Dive episodes. We've compiled the nerdiest bits from 12 months of Deep Dives - and added a little holiday cheer at the end. Join Geoff's voice avatar for a look back at our episodes on spatial audio, quantum sensors, and more! More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

Accept all cookies! At least when it comes to the Christmas cookies that Shuko and Geoff make. Speaking of cooking, Patrick Schiebeck has been working on making ovens smarter by equipping them with a camera and artificial intelligence. At BSH, a Bosch subsidiary, a new generation of ovens can visually recognize pizza and many other dishes and cook them to the desired browning level. Perfect results every time! Meanwhile, Scott Wiener, New York City's number one pizza expert, explains how professional pizza makers achieve perfect pies with ovens that don't even have dials to adjust the heat. He also knows why pizza is indeed popular during the holidays. What would you put on a holiday pizza? More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

Stirring a hot soup of molten metal with a beam of light - this kind of fascinating technology is part of Peter Stritt's daily routine. At Bosch Research, he uses a new generation of lasers - beam-shaping lasers - to invent new production processes. In this Deep Dive episode, he explains how laser beams are shaped, what different shapes can be used for, how AI helps his experiments, and, of course, how a laser can stir a weld pool. More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

What’s the coolest technology on the planet? Lasers, without a doubt. According to Bosch researcher Peter Stritt, Lasers are about to get even cooler. In his lab, he explores new “beam-shaping lasers” and their potential to enable huge advances in manufacturing as well as entirely new product designs. Shuko and Melena uncover how artificial intelligence can help identify optimal ways to use this technology on the factory floor. They also quiz each other - and you, the listener: What colors can laser beams have? Can lasers be used for cooling too? And how close is drilling holes in a sheet of metal in Peter's lab to drilling tunnels in mountains? More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

Heat pumps are a climate-friendly way of heating a home. Replacing F-gases with propane as a refrigerant in heat pumps makes them even more climate-friendly, but presents some technical challenges. In particular, the goal of reducing the amount of refrigerant to less than 152 grams for safe indoor use requires smart solutions beyond simply shrinking the unit. While engineers are still figuring that out, outdoor units that use propane are already on the market. A flow temperature close to that of gas boilers makes them suitable for buildings that couldn't previously convert to heat pumps. Join Geoff's voice avatar and Bosch engineer Markus Sundbrandt as they explore how propane can accelerate the transition to decarbonized heating. More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

Heat pumps are literally the hottest trend in keeping our homes comfortable during the winter. Already much more climate-friendly than gas boilers or oil burners, heat pumps are set to become even more ecological. Markus Sundbrandt of Bosch Home Comfort talks about his search for a refrigerant that has a lower impact on the climate than what’s circulating in most heat pumps today. The new refrigerant has a global warming potential of only 3, compared to about 2,000 for traditional refrigerants. What these numbers mean, what this new substance is and why it has its downsides, too: all of that and more in this cozy episode, warmly hosted by Melena and Geoff. More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

With B2X or V2X technology bikes and cars can make each other aware of their position and direction. Bosch associate Andreas Wienss is working with this technology. In this deep dive with Geoff’s voice avatar, he describes various studies he and his colleagues have conducted to make the system reliable and prove its usefulness. More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

"BREEAAAAK!" the bike screams - figuratively speaking. With B2X, or bike-to-anything communication, bikes can be aware of other vehicles on the road that are out of the rider's view. And vice versa: car drivers can be warned about bikes they did not notice. Melena gets a demo of this technology, which is ready for use on bikes, cars, and beyond. Bosch eBike Systems team leader Christian Cosyns explains it in detail. Meanwhile, Geoff explores the similarities between connected bikes and bats. Scientist Holger Goerlitz examines their ultrasonic calls. Let's hop on the B2X prototype bike and see how connectivity can help make roads less dangerous. More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

In this more in-depth examination of the previous "From KNOW-HOW to WOW" episode, everything revolves around the efficiency of PEM electrolysis (PEM = Proton Exchange Membrane). What role does iridium play as a catalyst? How do you ensure that oxygen bubbles do not hinder the electrochemical reaction? How can stacks and power electronics be coupled in the best possible way? Our Bosch expert Annika Utz answers these and many other questions. More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

"I'm the lightest element you'll ever find - but don't be fooled, I'm not to be undermined." Geoff's voice avatar speaks in riddles as Melena and Shuko try to solve a puzzle: the mystery of how to produce green hydrogen. Electrolyzers are the main component for turning renewable energy into hydrogen, and at their core is a stack of PEM (proton exchange membrane) electrolysis cells. Bosch's Annika Utz talks about the challenges of developing a stack that can be mass-produced. Since the market for them is evolving, it's a chicken-and-egg problem. Can philosopher Roy Sorensen offer a clue to solving such conundrums? Hit play and find out! On the road with hydrogen-powered trucks by Bosch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7RKYko5JK0 Will Bosch engineer Tom Collins find a climate-friendly way to heat homes in Britain? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3WzuytTvYk More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

If you want to build an app for a software-driven vehicle, how can it access car data? The open-source middleware KUKSA acts as a data broker. It can answer queries, e.g. for the current vehicle speed, and pass commands, e.g. to open the trunk, to the car. KUKSA developer Sebastian Schildt from the Bosch subsidiary ETAS explains how to safely and securely integrate a modern open-source software stack into a car. More Bosch podcasts: Previous episode: https://fromknowhowtowow.podigee.io/47-open-source-the-third-automotive-revolution Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

Free cheesecake for everyone! Wait, we misunderstood. Shuko and Geoff talk to Ansgar Lindwedel of Bosch subsidiary ETAS. He is working to establish standards for software in cars, helping the highly proprietary field make the transition to open source. Many other projects have demonstrated the benefits of sharing knowledge and code. One of Wikipedia's most prominent editors shares some of their experiences. But there are limits to sharing. Melena's mom's cheesecake recipe remains a secret for now. More Bosch podcasts: FKHTW Live Podcast at Bosch Connected World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmQSJrHiGEg FKHTW Deep Dive into software-driven vehicles: https://fromknowhowtowow.podigee.io/33-deep-dive-make-cars-more-software-driven "Let's Accelerate": https://www.bosch-innovation-consulting.com/de/news-und-events/lets-accelerate-podcast/ Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

When electric vehicle batteries reach their end-of-life, each of them is unique and has its own history. Recycling these batteries means that every single one requires a slightly different treatment. While Geoff and Melena discussed the difficulty of discharging these batteries in the previous episode, here’s a closer look at the dismantling process. A digital twin and a worker guidance system developed by Bosch Rexroth help disassemble each battery according to its characteristics. Geoff’s voice avatar asks Sebastian Krieger to explain how it works. If you haven't listend to the previous episode on this topic, we recommend it for more exciting details. More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/ previous episode: https://fromknowhowtowow.podigee.io/45-fully-automated-battery-recycling-for-electric-cars

Battery level: 300%! Get ready for an extra charge of From Know-How to Wow: our show now has three hosts as Melena returns from maternity leave. However, sometimes a charged battery can be a problem. To recycle batteries from electric cars, they need to be completely discharged. Surprisingly, this is easier said than done. A deep discharge can take 24 hours and more. But Sebastian Krieger of Bosch Rexroth has helped develop a solution that deep discharges batteries in mere minutes. This opens the door to a streamlined recycling process and prepares the recycling industry for an influx of millions of EV batteries in the coming years. This episode also includes a chance to test your knowledge of lithium, one of the valuable metals that can be recycled from lithium-ion batteries. Ready for an extra knowledge boost? More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

How do you teach an AI the difference between a PET bottle and an HDPE bottle? The Bosch team around Sidharta Andalam combined several sources of information to increase the accuracy of their system. Camera images and terahertz sensor signals are combined to decide if an item should get picked out of a waste stream. To get the necessary labeled training data, the engineers used the experience of trained workers at a recycling plant in Singapore. If you haven’t listened to the previous full episode about this topic, we recommend starting there for additional context. More Bosch podcasts: Beyond Bosch: https://podtail.com/de/podcast/beyond-bosch/

An X-ray-like machine, but for waste. That’s what Sidharta Andalam and his team at Bosch Research in Singapore have developed. Instead of X-rays, it uses harmless terahertz waves to identify recyclable materials, help make recycling more profitable, and, in turn, divert recyclables like plastic bottles from landfills. Based on the terahertz images, an AI separates different types of plastic. In addition, Shuko and Geoff learn where plastic can be used wisely: Steven Greenall explains why plastic trombones are more climate-friendly than brass trombones.