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(00:00) Intro and meet Matt and Ricky (03:00) Backgrounds: Matt's engineering-adjacent path and Ricky's 15 years at TI (04:03) What TMEs actually do, plus the bunny suit story (08:02) Cool projects: STM32N6 and the $22 Synaptics Astra 1680 (14:01) Communication as an engineer's secret weapon (21:03) Favorite verticals: AI, RF, and the Maxwell statue tangent (27:00) Hot takes: hardware is the other half of AI, and the button comeback (34:02) Why they like working at Mouser (36:00) Career advice: GPA, study groups, and what engineering school skips (41:01) What people don't know about Mouser, from same-hour shipping to robotic arms   This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our go-to source for electronics parts for any hobby or prototype.  Want to learn more? Check out the links mentioned by our guests during this episode: Matt mentioned the recent Empowering Innovation Together series covering urban air mobility.                                                                           Ricky highlighted the Mouser team’s library of hardware project walkthroughs -- As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com. To learn more about our show, please visit our shows page. By following the page, you will get automatic updates by email when a new show is published. Be sure to give us a follow and review on Apple podcasts, Spotify, and most of your favorite podcast platforms! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(06:26) Performance Enhancement through Next-Gen Textiles (12:46) Adaptive Aerodynamics in Sports Clothing (19:49) Conclusion and Future Implications This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our go-to source for electronics parts for any hobby or prototype. Click HERE to learn more about how additive manufacturing could reduce waste in fashion. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(00:00) Introduction to Matt Bell and Mouser Electronics (03:14) Understanding Mouser's Operations and Scale (06:12) The Role of Automation in Order Fulfillment (09:15) Philosophy on Automation and Workforce Integration (12:12) Growth and Expansion of Mouser's Operations (15:15) Identifying Automation Opportunities (18:09) Balancing Existing Technologies with New Innovations (20:58) Strategic Investment in Automation (22:04) Emerging Technologies in Logistics (22:46) Navigating Technology Choices (23:18) Flexibility in Automation (24:54) In-House Development vs. Off-the-Shelf Solutions (26:41) Collaboration Across Teams (28:37) The Importance of Team Dynamics (30:21) Lessons Learned Over Two Decades (31:55) Advice for New Professionals (33:48) Listening for Improvement (36:37) The Scale of Operations (38:23) Final Thoughts and Advice This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our go-to source for electronics parts for any hobby or prototype. Click HERE to check out the many resources shared by Mouser across a range of topics from AI to Healthcare.  Want to hear more from Matt? Give him a follow on LinkedIn Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:07) How Ocean Alliance Uses 3D Printing for Drone-Based Whale Tagging (06:04) Innovative Solutions: The Snapbot and Snot Analysis (12:10) The Role of Additive Manufacturing in Whale Research This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our go-to source for electronics parts for any hobby or prototype. Click HERE to learn more about how to make healthcare more customizable with 3D printing. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(02:20) Pills that communicate from the stomach could improve medication adherence(07:13) Innovative Solutions for Tracking Medication(10:46) The Technology Behind the Smart Pill(13:42) Conclusion and Future Implications This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our go-to source for electronics parts for any hobby or prototype. Click HERE to learn more about making healthcare smarter with electronics. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(05:55) Biggest Potential: 227. She Sells Seashells… and Reinvents Recycling(08:14) The Teaser: 220. How Popcorn Popped an Idea for Sustainable Manufacturing(10:38) Intersection: 233. Reading a Fish’s Mind to Build Smarter Robots(12:58) The Pleaser: 224. Geothermal Could Save the Grid(16:08) Novel: 219. Edible Robots Bring Tech to the Dessert Table(19:10) The Rocker: 210. Origami-Inspired Concrete Construction(22:15) Farb’s Favorite: 226. Stop & Go No More: AI Cuts Intersection Emissions(27:38) The Showstopper: 237. Vibe Manufacturing: MIT’s AI Text-to-Manufacturing System(31:18) Honorable Mention: 212. One Cure For All Snake Venoms Via AI--As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.To learn more about this show, please visit our shows page. By following the page, you will get automatic updates by email when a new show is published. Be sure to give us a follow and review on Apple podcasts, Spotify, and most of your favorite podcast platforms! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(03:30) Unitree’s Boxing Robots(05:25) The Evolution of Humanoid Robotics(11:34) Technical Implications and Safety Concerns(16:09) The Future of Robot Sports and EntertainmentThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our go-to source for electronics parts for any hobby or prototype. Click HERE to see how Mouser’s combat robot wins fights through smart design, not brute force. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(4:34) MIT researchers “speak objects into existence” using AI and roboticsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the role of AI in product design. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:07) – A biodegradable smart sensor to monitor sensitive goodsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the potential for sensing technology in cold-chain logistics. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(00:00) Introduction to Arm and Vince Jesaitis(03:46) The Future of AI and Edge Computing(11:22) Government Relations and AI Literacy(16:56) Security and Privacy in Emerging Technologies(23:18) Navigating Global Regulations and Standards(27:40) Sustainability and Efficiency in Technology(34:56) Looking Ahead: Trends in AI and Technology(42:36) Career Reflections and Advice for Students This episode is part of a series brought to you by Arm to show how the future of AI is being built today, from the chips powering it to the people shaping it. To go deeper, read Arm’s new AI Readiness Index and see where the world stands on adopting and scaling AI. Enjoyed listening? Want to read more? Check out the links below:Arm’s AI Readiness Index technical report written with WevolverArm’s "Smarter At The Edge" whitepaper written with SCSPArm’s Global Public Policy websiteFollow Vince Jesaitis on LinkedIn Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:20) – An electronic fiber for stretchable sensingThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the future of smart clothing for healthcare. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:20) – Roboticists reverse engineer zebrafish navigationThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the evolution of soft robotics. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:24) - Boosting Wind Farm Energy Output(13:07) - Sustainable HydropowerEpisode 87 was brought to you by Mouser Electronics, Farbod & Daniel’s favorite electronics distributor. Click here to read about the Mouser technical resource discussing the big role that tiny sensors play when it comes to wind turbines! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(5:00) – A Patch for the HeartThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about advances of 3D printing in the medical space.  Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:35) – A greener way to 3D print stronger stuffThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about 3D printing’s usage in the fashion industry! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(4:20) – Playing badminton against a robotThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn how cobots are driving Industry 5.0 with safer, smarter human-robot teamwork! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:48) – Harvard’s soft robotic sling for stroke & ALS patientsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about how wearable robotics are helping Parkinson’s patients walk more freely! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(4:15) - Seashells Inspire a Better Way to Recycle PlasticThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the future of electronics recycling using robotics & AI. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:07) - Eco-driving measures could significantly reduce vehicle emissionsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the rise of automotive telematics and their critical role in reducing carbon emissions! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

Sanitary towels morph into test stripsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about quantum dots and how their fluorescent properties can be used for various applications! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:15) - Enhanced geothermal systems: An underground tech surfaces…This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the advancements of clean energy solutions, including geothermal!--As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.To learn more about this show, please visit our shows page. By following the page, you will get automatic updates by email when a new show is published. Be sure to give us a follow and review on Apple podcasts, Spotify, and most of your favorite podcast platforms! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:08) - A Sweet Solution for Safer Diagnosis and TreatmentThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the use cases of human machine integration, where the technology is at today, and what the future holds! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:39) - Robots that can climb trees or restore coral reefsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the critical role that robots will play to feed the projected 9.1 BILLION people on earth in 2050! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:08) - A new way of seeing, a new way of computingThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the role of optical sensors in the tech that makes our daily lives seamless and accessible! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:05) - What do popcorn and sustainable synthesis have in common?This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the importance of PTC thermistors and their critical role in the automotive industry! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:00) - Robotics meets the culinary artsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the rise of soft robotics in applications like 3D printing, rescue missions, and more! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:40) - Cancer-on-a-chip technology advances our understanding of how cancer operatesThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the role of field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) in the medical world! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:30) - Smallest walking robot makes microscale measurementsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about another micro-topic - micro-mobility - and how it will/already is changing our urban infrastructure! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:30) - Regaining mobility quickly after a strokeThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about how wearable robotics is aiding Parkisons therapy! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

In this episode, we explore how a generative AI tool is marking a major milestone in biology and accelerating advancements in healthcare, genetics, and drug development. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:22) - Encoding many properties in one material via 3D printingThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the history of soft robotics and its current/future applications! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(0:50) - Sustainable building components create a good indoor climate Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:30) - AI-designed proteins neutralise snake toxinsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about how AI is being used to expedite the drug development discovery phase! Hint: it’s a great primer for this episode :) Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(0:35) - Porous plastic sheets can cool buildings by radiating light to space Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:50) - Zigzags for greener constructionThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the critical role of energy storage in integrating renewable sources into the power grid! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(00:00) - Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity(06:18) - Tom Zaubermann's Journey in Cybersecurity(12:22) - The Intersection of Cybersecurity and Automotive(16:06) - Challenges in Automotive Cybersecurity Development(21:23) - The Role of Over-the-Air Updates(25:20) - Consumer Awareness and Best Practices in Cybersecurity(29:54) - Navigating Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Automotive(32:35) - The Role of Regulations in Automotive Cybersecurity(34:22) - Understanding Automotive Vulnerabilities(36:34) - Complexities of Car Hacking(40:07) - Consumer Awareness of Cybersecurity Risks(42:51) - Choosing Safe Vehicles in a Digital Age(48:56) - Engaging with SAE International for Cybersecurity EducationThis episode is part of a series brought to you by SAE International to explore the leading edge of mobility with the support of experts from industry & academia. Other episodes in this series include Episode 202, where we talked about the cyber threats to vehicles.You can learn more about the automotive cybersecurity courses Tom will be teaching in May HERE. Enjoyed listening to Tom? Want to hear more from him? Check out his links below:Tom’s LinkedIn Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:40) - Monitoring Cell Communication With Mini AntennasThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about how smart toilets could become a critical part of the health tracking ecosystem! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:10) - The Snake That Saves LivesThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about how medical robots have been evolving over the years and what the future looks like! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(3:44) - Traditional Chinese Medicine Inspires Better WearablesThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about how solid state batteries will change the wearables for the better in the coming years! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(04:44) - 163. Creating 3D Objects With AI(07:40) - 168. Neuroprosthetics: The Next Step Towards Limb Reconstruction(10:37) - 164. Dyson’s Automated, Self-sustaining Strawberry Farm(13:40) - 177. Did A Shrimp Fry This Rice? No, A Robot Did(16:47) - 172. Don’t Throw Away Coffee Grounds; They Could Solve The World’s Water Crisis!(19:49) - 191. From Prevention to Recovery: AI in Disaster Management(22:29) - 181. Why Audi Uses 3D Printers For The R8(25:35) - 199. Will AI Assistants Make Your Doctor Better?(28:32) - 189. Stanford & Toyota Drift Cars With AI(31:50) - 173. Get 3 Days of Your Life Back Every Year with Smart Stoplights(33:44) - 192. Karsten Roscher & The Need For Safe AI (Interview) This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the speed-bumps of AI a la data!  Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

This episode is part of a series brought to you by SAE International to explore the leading edge of mobility with the support of experts from industry & academia. Other episodes in this series include Episode 203, where we talked about the current state of OBD in the automation industry and what the future might look like.You can learn more about the OBD-EU symposium we discussed HERE. Enjoyed listening to Mark? Want to hear more from him? Checkout his links below:Mark’s LinkedInBecome a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

This episode is part of a series developed in collaboration with SAE International to explore the leading edge of mobility with the support of experts from industry and academia. Learn more about how vehicle diagnostics is evolving - especially with the adoption of EVs - by checking out the symposium discussed in the episode via this link. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

This episode is part of a series developed in collaboration with SAE International to explore the leading edge of mobility with the support of experts from industry and academia. Learn more about the importance of cyber security in the automotive industry and sign up for the SAE certification by following this link. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(4:10) - Neurotechnology Boosts Memory Without SurgeryThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about BLE and its impact on wireless communication and wearables! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(0:50) - Bird wings inspire new approach to flight safety Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

6:20) - Equipping doctors with AI co-pilots | MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the role of AI in the medical world! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(0:50) - AI Beats Turbulence Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:25) - Smart Charger Paves Way for EVsThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about EV “hoggers” and why they’re causing issues for large-scale EV adoption! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(0:50) - Infrastructure Defect Detecting AI Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

(2:50) - Save Your KneesThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the role of exoskeletons in factories and why they are a growing necessity for the workforce! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.