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SAE Tomorrow Today
by SAE International
Hosted by Grayson Brulte, SAE Tomorrow Today is a show about emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators, and strategists who make it all happen. As a trusted partner to mobility engineers for almost 120 years, SAE International provides unique and dynamic perspectives from innovative industry leaders on the challenges of tomorrow.
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355. Balancing Innovation and Safety on America's Roads
What does it take to make our roads safer while still paving the way for AVs? Listen in as we sit down with Jonathan Morrison, Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), to discuss the agency’s approach to roadway safety, AV regulation, and the future of…
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354. Standardizing Aircraft Data for Smarter Maintenance
What if every aircraft in a fleet could speak the same data language? Listen in as we sit down with SAE Committee Members Robert Taylor, Senior Solutions Architect at Bell Flight, and Dave Larsen, Senior Technical Fellow, PHM Systems at Collins Aerospace, explore how the AS7140 standard is…
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353. How DED is Transforming Aerospace Manufacturing
From rocket engines to aircraft, laser powder directed energy deposition (DED) is turning years of production time into months. Listen in as we sit down with Tyler Blumenthal, Sales Manager at RPM Innovations, to explore how DED is expanding the possibilities of metal additive manufacturing by...
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352. Convergent Manufacturing: Where AI, Materials and Automation Meet
As manufacturing enters a new era, the smartest solution may not be a better version of what already exists but an entirely new way of designing and building products. Listen in as we sit down with Clemson University’s Saeed Farahani, Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering…
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351. Built for the Extreme: Shaping Next-Gen Powersports
Off-road vehicles are expected to perform in places conventional vehicles can’t … from frozen tundra and isolated trails to deserts and remote environments. But how do you determine which new technologies will improve the rider experience rather than adopting technology simply because it’s new?…
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350. Engineering Mobility Standards in the Age of AI
Emerging technology is reshaping not only what engineers build, but how they build it. From software-defined and AI-powered vehicles to automation and electrification, the role of standards is changing as engineering workflows become increasingly digital, machine-readable, and AI-enabled. To…
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349. Lessons From a 7,000-Mile EV Road Trip
What does it take to drive an EV across America and back again? A 7,000-mile road trip is a great way to find out. Listen in as we sit down with science-comedian Sophie Shrand, Founder, Cool Jacket Productions and award-winning TV Host of “Science with Sophie”, to discuss The Great American...
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348. A Roadmap for Sustainable and Affordable Mobility
The future of mobility may not be about building bigger, more feature-packed vehicles. Listen in as we sit down with Dr. Christopher Borroni-Bird, Founder, Afreecar Consulting, to discuss his vision for rethinking transportation through right-sized EVs, solar-powered mobility, autonomy, and…
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347. When AI is driving, who’s responsible?
Listen in as we sit down with Jennifer Dukarski, Emerging Tech, Media, and Intellectual Property Shareholder at Butzel, to unpack the rapidly evolving legal landscape surrounding SDVs and AVs. From AI decision-making and over-the-air updates to data retention, cybersecurity, consumer education…
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346. Is Megawatt Charging the Missing Link to EV Scalability?
As electrification expands beyond passenger vehicles to commercial trucks, mining equipment, marine vessels, and even aircraft, the challenge is no longer whether megawatt charging is possible, it's how to scale it safely and efficiently. Fortunately, industry standards are making that future...
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345. The Power Struggle Shaping Autonomous Trucking
With too many cooks in the kitchen, can innovation ever reach the road? In this Unplugged episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, host Grayson Brulte uses the culinary world as a powerful metaphor to explore one of the autonomous trucking industry's most pressing issues: who gets “veto power”? As startups...
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344. How Aerospace Safety Standards Enable the Future of Flight
Whether it’s supersonic travel, commercial space, or AI-enabled aircraft, one message remains constant: safety standards are the common language that enable the future of flight. Listen in as we sit down with Craig McMillan, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Growth Leader at GE Aerospace, to...
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343. SAE JA1016: Scaling the Future of UAVs with Battery Interoperability
From drone delivery to public safety and defense, the next generation of uncrewed aerial vehicles y better batteries, but by better battery standards. Listen in as we sit down with Jeff Yambrick, Chair of the SAE Battery Cell Size Standardization Committee, and Lisa King, Director of Advanced...
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342. SDVs, AI, and the Next Era of Automotive Innovation
What does it really mean to build a software-defined vehicle? As AI reshapes the automotive industry, SDVs may become the foundation for the future rather than the destination. Listen in as we sit down with Jeffrey Chou, Founder and CEO of Sonatus, a leading provider of intelligence-driven SDV...
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341. Why the Biggest Challenge for SDVs Isn't the Technology
Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) are transforming the automotive industry … but are OEMs focused on the right priorities? With over 35 years of award-winning automotive software expertise, Elektrobit’s comprehensive SDV ecosystem empowers OEMs, Tier 1s, ODMs and Big Tech to build future-ready...
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340. Building a Robust Engineering Culture in Our Nation's Capital
How does a strong engineering community help shape the future of mobility? Join us as we sit down with Brent Yacobucci, Acting Director of The John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress, and Chair of the SAE Washington DC Section, to discuss the intersection of engineering, technology, and...
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339. Regulation, Risk, and the Rise of L2++
What exactly is L2+? And what about L2++? As the industry embraces these increasingly common terms, is liability slowing the path to Level 3 automation? In this Unplugged episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, join host Grayson Brulte to explore the automation liability concerns keeping OEMs awake at…
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338. What Baja SAE Teaches That College Can't
What does it really take to engineer under pressure? From mud-soaked vehicles and broken suspensions to team dynamics and split-second decisions, Baja SAE has become a proving ground for the next generation of engineering leaders. By challenging engineering students to design, build, and race...
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337. Additive Manufacturing Certified for Aerospace
When aircrafts are lighter, they use less fuel and are easier to maintain. That’s why major airline manufacturers are increasingly using titanium and carbon in their construction. Norsk Titanium is the only high deposition rate additive manufacturing company that is FAA-approved and OEM-qualified...
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336. Coming Soon: The Humanoid Revolution
Are humanoid robots moving from science fiction to reality? The answer is yes, and it may be faster than anyone predicted. Listen in as we sit down with David Kehr, President of Humanoid Robotics at Schaeffler, to discuss how the company is leveraging decades of expertise to power the next...
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335. The Battery Isn't the Problem - Execution Is
Batteries don’t fail because of chemistry. They fail because of execution. Qnovo provides advanced software to optimize lithium-ion battery health and safety, proving that competitive advantage isn’t just about the battery itself, but how intelligently you manage it. By leveraging sophisticated...
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334. Turning Streetlights Into EV Chargers
What if the streetlights in your neighborhood could charge your EV overnight? Voltpost is making this vision a reality by transforming existing lampposts into modular, upgradeable EV charging stations managed by a mobile app. By partnering with utilities, the company is accelerating EV charging...
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333. The Brain Behind AI-Powered Vehicles
What if the brain of your car wasn’t just smart but continuously learning, scaling, and orchestrating everything from safety to autonomy in real time? Listen in as we sit down with Anshuman Saxena, Vice President and General Manager of ADAS & Robotics at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., to explore…
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332. Can Airports Become Innovation Labs?
What if your airport was a living laboratory for innovation? Listen in as we sit down with Brian Cobb, Chief Innovation Officer at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG) Airport, to explore how CVG operates as a “city within a city,” deploying emerging technologies to improve passenger...
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331. Why Curing Motion Sickness Is Key to AV Success
Did you know that motion sickness affects 1 in 3 people? As AVs gain traction and drivers become passengers, it may be the biggest barrier to the future of autonomous mobility. With a focus on addressing the root cause of motion sickness, Motion Sync offers breakthrough solution: a haptic...
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330. Robotaxis vs Personal AVs: A WCX Panel Discussion
What does it really take to scale automated driving from a mapped robotaxi service to personally owned autonomous vehicles? Recorded live at the WCX 2026 in Detroit, listen in as Chris Gerdes, Field Safety Architect, Waymo, and Hugh Nguyen, Automotive Technology and Mobility, KPMG, explore the...
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329. Inside California’s Mobility Playbook
What does it take to move the world’s fourth-largest economy every single day? As one of the most complex transportation systems in the world, California is at the forefront of the next generation in mobility. Listen in as we sit down with Toks Omishakin, Secretary of the California State...
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328. Building Trust in AV Safety
As AVs continue to grow in popularity, one question remains top of mind: How do we know autonomous driving systems are genuinely safe? The Automated Vehicle Safety Consortium (AVSC) is an industry collaboration group focused on improving the safe development and deployment of automated driving...
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327. SAE Standards: Building Consensus for Moving Mobility Forward
Standards aren’t flashy … but they make modern mobility possible by enabling emerging technologies to scale safely. Listen in as we sit down with SAE International experts Christian Thiele, Senior Director of Global Vehicle Ground Standards, and David Franks, Standards Specialist Engineer for...
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326. How Kansas is Reshaping Multimodal Transportation
What does it take to build a multimodal transportation network that actually works for rural communities, growing regions, and everyone in between? In Kansas, that question is critical as the Kansas City Chiefs plan their stadium move and the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to town. Listen in as we sit...
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325. Powering Utilities Toward Net Zero
What does it really take to build a clean energy future — and who’s stepping up to lead it? Listen in as we sit down with Steven Clarke, Program Director, Climate and Energy, Ceres, to explore how the organization is driving real-world climate solutions for Fortune 500 companies, investors, and...
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324. SAE J3311: Smarter Vehicle Power Management
When it comes to today’s vehicles, every bit of energy matters. Wasted power can reduce EV driving range, add weight, and increase costs across the supply chain. That’s where SAE Standard J3311 comes in. Instead of constantly running systems at full power — or each automaker using its own...
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323. AI, Government, and the Future of Urban Mobility
What happens when government, technology, and sustainability collide? Listen in as we down with Gabe Klein, Co-Founder of Adapt/Impact and CityFi, and former Executive Director of the U.S. Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, for a candid conversation about the future of urban mobility, the...
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322. Meet The Historical Engineering Storytellers
From lifelong hobbies to deep nostalgia, there is no doubt that personal connections with our vehicles are real. But true car lovers know that the future is built on what we’ve learned from the past. Listen in as we sit down with SAE History of Ground Vehicle Systems Committee members Terry...
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321. Building an End-to-End Autonomous Driving System
Join us as we sit down with Richard Chelminski, Senior Vice President, Head of SDV Platform, at 42dot, an autonomous driving software and mobility platform development startup from Hyundai Motor Group. We discuss how the company is pushing boundaries with its end-to-end autonomous driving system,...
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320. Why SDV Strategy Needs Application Layer Innovation
What’s really holding back software-defined vehicles (SDVs) … and where should automakers shift their focus? Listen in as we sit down with John Wall, President of QNX, to explore how a trusted, safety-certified foundation frees OEMs to innovate faster, collaborate more effectively, and deliver...
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319. The Power of Model-Based Battery Engineering
Battery development is typically a lengthy and difficult process, but one company is proving that it doesn’t have to be. Listen in as we sit down with Gavin White, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, About:Energy, to discover how model-based design and advanced simulation are revolutionizing...
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318. A New Era For Aerospace and Defense
What if booking a trip into orbit were as easy as booking a flight on your phone? As the defense and aerospace industries evolve at unprecedented speed, what once felt like science fiction is fast becoming reality. For a deep dive into the latest innovations reshaping the skies, we welcomed back...
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317. SAE: Where Meaningful Relationships Take Shape
Curious how SAE can open doors in the automotive industry and beyond? Listen in as we sit down with Dean Case, Membership Director, SAE SoCal, whose 45-year journey in the automotive industry is packed with stories of racing, engineering, and community building. From joining SAE as a Cal Poly...
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316. Advocating for Growth in the U.S. Auto Industry
From tariffs to trade policies, today’s automakers must respond to a variety of pressures to remain competitive in a changing manufacturing landscape. As the voice of international automakers in the United States, Autos Drive America is strengthening the automotive manufacturing by advocating for...
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315. Making EVs Powerful Assets to the Grid
What if EVs were an asset to the power grid instead of a challenge? From off-peak incentives to powering data centers with parked cars, the future of intelligent EV charging is closer than many of us think. ChargeScape is paving the way with a unified software platform that gives utilities a...
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314. How AI and Software-Defined Vehicles Are Transforming Automotive Culture
The automotive industry is undergoing a major shift — not just toward AI-powered, software-defined vehicles, but also toward a new culture that challenges traditional ways of working. Listen in as we sit down with Amol Gulve, Software-Defined Vehicle and AI Expert, for a candid discussion on why...
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313. An Inside Look at the 2026 Detroit Auto Show
From surprise unveilings to one-of-a-kind experiences, excitement is building for the 2026 Detroit Auto Show. But it’s about more than just horsepower. This year, SAE International is co-sponsoring Media and Industry Days, where OEMs, suppliers, tech leaders, and students come together for…
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309. UNPLUGGED: Why The Race To Build Robotaxis Is On
Back by popular demand, Episode 309 - Unplugged: Why the Race to Build Robotaxis Is On was the most-streamed 2025 episode of SAE Tomorrow Today. Thanks to our audience for listening, sharing, and pushing the conversation forward. We’re just getting started. Robotaxis are scaling fast, logging...
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312. UNPLUGGED: I Don't Want to Drive Anymore ... Here's Why
What happens when driving becomes a burden? In this Unplugged episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, join host Grayson Brulte for a candid conversation sparked by his own realization: he simply doesn’t want to drive anymore. Listen in to discover why more people are finding comfort, calm, and even joy in...
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311. Powering the Next Wave of EV Adoption
There’s no doubt that convenience is the new currency for EV owners. But given the tug-of-war between utilities, data centers, and EV charging infrastructure providers, what does it all mean for consumers and commercial fleets? Listen in as we sit down with Jason Greenblatt, Senior Practice...
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310. Electrifying Europe’s Heavy-Duty Trucks
When it comes to battery electric trucks, is real-world data beating consumer expectations? According to findings from The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), the real-world driving range of heavy duty electric trucks is 10 to 20% better than what is communicated by truck...
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308. Conquering the Australian Outback with Solar Power
What does it take to race 3,000 kilometers across the unforgiving Australian Outback powered only by the sun? Listen in as we sit down with Martijn Boonen, Electrical Engineer & Driver, Brunel Solar Team, and Tony Mathew, Global Market Manager, Teijin Aramid, to reveal the secrets behind their...
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307. AI and Digital Engineering for Safer Defense
Will the future of combat look like your smartphone? As the nature of warfare changes, new technology is driving smarter, faster decisions on the battlefield. BAE Systems is accelerating next-gen combat capability through Digital Engineering (DE), a data-driven approach that connects decades of...
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306. Your Order Has Landed: The Power of Drone Delivery
From crispy French fries to critical medical supplies, one company is transforming how goods move around the world with autonomous drone delivery technology. In 2016, Zipline began with life-saving deliveries of blood and medical products in Rwanda and has since evolved into a global network...
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Hosted by Grayson Brulte, SAE Tomorrow Today is a show about emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators, and strategists who make it all happen. As a trusted partner to mobility engineers for almost 120 years, SAE International provides unique and dynamic perspectives from innovative industry leaders on the challenges of tomorrow.
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