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AI in the cockpit
In Motion
AI in the cockpit
Artificial intelligence (AI) is moving into all areas of life – including aircraft cockpits. The objective is to use digital assistants to make flying smarter and safer and to replace co-pilots in the medium run.
Increasingly attractive without magnets
In Motion
Increasingly attractive without magnets
More powerful, less material costs, and better for the climate: Schaeffler plans to reduce the use of rare earth elements in its electric drive systems by means of externally excited synchronous machines. Read here what’s behind that plan.
Sustainable thinking from scratch
Think Green
Sustainable thinking from scratch
Material input, energy consumption, and the environmental footprint must be included in the product development planning process from day one. That’s a prerequisite for creating innovations combining technology and environmental consciousness.
How many members does a team need?
Engineering
How many members does a team need?
Are six, eight or rather twelve the solution? Does the answer depend on circumstances or is there a fixed number that applies anywhere anytime? We’re talking about team sizes in the world of work. How many heads does a working group need?
About a success that didn’t want to be one
Digital
About a success that didn’t want to be one
A wooden mouse, steam power, music boxes, and a vacuum cleaner motor – the history of the computer on its way to becoming an component of modern life is brimming with unusual inventions and turning points. Plus, with predictions that never came true.
Underground masterpieces
Engineering
Underground masterpieces
Join us in exploring the breath-taking variety of tunnels around the world – from historic masterpieces to technological miracles to the largest natural cave systems – right here!
Between anode and cathode: the future
In Motion
Between anode and cathode: the future
As energy storage systems for electric vehicles, traction batteries are increasingly attracting attention. They’re a challenge and key technology for climate-friendly mobility. A look at the current state of development and at technological prospects
How high tech is taking the place of gut feelings
Digital
How high tech is taking the place of gut feelings
Whether on soccer fields, in vineyards, in restaurant kitchens, or on fashion runways, today, high-tech solutions help make strategic decisions. AI, sensors, and algorithms deliver precise recommendations – from corner kicks to restaurant menus.