MaX: The new normal for ‘Body-in-White’
Starting in the 1990s and accelerating ever since the automobile industry has been defined by a revolution in innovation. From the internal combustion engine to the complete electric vehicle and the in-between hybrid, power train technologies are in a state of constant evolution. But innovation doesn’t stop with the engine.
Meet alfred, the next step in AI
thyssenkrupp Materials Services is continuing to drive ahead its digital transformation. Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an essential component of the holistic digitalization strategy, providing customers with individualized offers and more efficient processes.
Visualizing shape memory alloys in real-time
Using the most powerful 3D microscopes available today, researchers associated with the Colorado School of Mines successfully imaged the interior microstructure of shape memory alloys in three major experiments, shedding new light on this underutilized material.
Passing down the family business
For family-owned businesses, the succession of ownership represents a pivotal moment in company history. Recently, Sankyo of Japan joined a growing list of companies that have undergone generational transition, with the CEO’s son assuming corporate control from his father. The successful passage of power between generations will be crucial to the global economy in coming years, as family enterprises make up a significant portion of the world’s businesses.
The world’s first 3D printed, smash-proof guitar
Rock stars have been smashing guitars for decades, few with more enthusiasm than Swedish-born guitar virtuoso Yngwie Malmsteen. Sandvik decided to test their cutting-edge technologies by building the world’s first all-metal, unbreakable guitar and letting Malmsteen unleash his smashing skills on it.