Explore the future of innovation with 'Lexicon by Interesting Engineering' – a captivating podcast that dives into the heart of groundbreaking advancements. Joi...
Implantable hearing aids: an invisible solution for an invisible disability
In this episode, we are joined by Brent Lucas, CEO of Envoy Medical, to explore the future of hearing health and the groundbreaking technology behind fully implanted hearing devices.We discuss the hidden impact of hearing loss on mental health and cognitive decline, Apple’s entry into the hearing aid market, and how Envoy Medical is disrupting the industry with innovative, 24/7 hearing solutions.Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
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Wood works: how timber is revolutionizing construction
Today, we’re joined by Professor Robert Hairstans, Centre for Offsite Construction and Innovative Structures Head at Edinburgh Napier University. From net-zero housing to AI-driven construction, Robert shares insights on how timber can replace traditional materials, speed up building times, and help tackle the climate crisis.Join us as we explore the future of sustainable construction, the role of digital tools in timber engineering, and why offsite manufacturing could revolutionize how we build everything—from homes to skyscrapers.Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
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DeepSeek vs. OpenAI: is a new AI Cold War brewing?
Today, we’re joined by Alfredo Esposito, a digital rights advocate, copyright expert, and AI law specialist, to explore the rise of DeepSeek, China’s open-source answer to OpenAI.From AI regulation to the global tech arms race, Alfredo breaks down the legal, ethical, and geopolitical challenges shaping the future of artificial intelligence.So, join us as we dive into AI’s open-source revolution, the battle over copyright, and what DeepSeek’s rise means for the future of innovation, markets, and digital sovereignty.Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
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The welding revolution: how FuseRing is changing everything
Today, we’re joined by Paul Cheng, the innovator behind FuseRing, a groundbreaking solid-state welding technology set to revolutionize industries from nuclear energy to aerospace.From offshore pipelines to deep-sea submarines, Paul shares insights into how his filler-free, high-strength welding process eliminates heat-affected zones and redefines industrial metal joining.Join us as we explore the future of welding, the challenges of disrupting a 75-year-old industry, and why this breakthrough could change how we build everything from spacecraft to submarines.Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
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Dynasafe: Making the world safer, one bomb at a time
In this episode, we are joined by Charlie Diggs, CEO of Dynasafe, to explore the hidden dangers of unexploded ordnance and the groundbreaking technologies his team uses to make the world a safer place. We discuss the global impact of old munitions, the environmental challenges of underwater bombs, and how Dynasafe is leading the charge in innovative explosive disposal solutions. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
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