Lexicon
by Interesting Engineering is a podcast that dives deep into the how and why of the latest advancements. Featuring expert guests from the world of engineering and beyond, Lexicon features casual chats about the inspiration behind these advancements, how they work, and what comes next. It aims to understand how the world of tomorrow is coming together today
Eyes of the future: the rise of robotic guide dogs
In this episode, we interviewed Doctor Xianbao Chen and Professor Gao Feng from Shanghai Jiao Tong University to discuss their groundbreaking work on a six-legged robot guide dog for the visually impaired. Join us as we discuss the inspiration behind the robot and the technical challenges the team overcame to make it. We will also peek into the future of this fascinating field of robotics. Before getting into our new episode, check out our latest merch at Interesting Engineering Shop. Engineer your style with our t-shirts and mugs and discover new products! Now, let’s continue with today’s episode.
From pebbles to power: the rise of potassium silicate batteries
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mohamad Khoshkalam from the Technical University of Denmark's Department of Energy Conversion and Storage to explore his team's groundbreaking work on potassium silicate batteries and their potential to rival lithium-ion technology. But before getting into our new episode, check out our IE subscription plans. Whether you sign up for monthly or yearly plans, you’ll receive exclusive content without the ads. Visit our subscription page to discover more advantages of IE+. Now, let’s continue with today’s episode.
Quokka: the little device set to democratize quantum computing
In this episode, we interview Chris Ferrie, associate professor at the University of Technology Sydney and Centre for Quantum Software and Information and cofounder of the quantum computing educational startup Eigensystems. We discuss the company’s flagship quantum computer emulator, the Quokka, and its potential applications for democratizing quantum computing for the masses. Before starting our new episode, check out our IE subscription plans. You'll receive exclusive content without ads if you sign up for monthly or yearly plans. Visit our subscription page to discover more advantages of IE+. Now, let’s continue with today’s episode.
Lightening the load: How AI is helping drive the future of exoskeletons
In this episode, we uncover the future of assistive robotics with Dr. Hao Su's AI-driven exoskeletons. These devices are designed to reduce metabolic costs and adapt to multiple locomotion activities, improving user mobility and comfort. But before getting into our new episode, check out our IE subscription plans. Whether you sign up for monthly or yearly plans, you’ll receive exclusive content without the ads. Visit our subscription page to discover more advantages of IE+. Now, let’s continue with today’s episode.
