This podcast focuses on explaining the fascinating ways that science and engineering change the world around us. In each episode, we talk to leading engineers from elite-level sports like cycling and Formula 1 to some of world's top academics to understand how fluid dynamics, machine learning & supercomputing are bringing in a new era of discovery. We also hear life stories, career advice and lessons they've learnt along the way that will help you to pursue a career in science and engineering.
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Fire Science Show is connecting fire researchers and practitioners with a society of fire engineers, firefighters, architects, designers and all others, who are genuinely interested in creating a fire-safe future. Through interviews with a diverse group of experts, we present the history of our field as well as the most novel advancements. We hope the Fire Science Show becomes your weekly source of fire science knowledge and entertainment. Produced in partnership with the Diamond Sponsor of ...
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In the Engineered-Mind podcast, Jousef Murad is talking to researchers, scientists and engineers and how their work is shaping the world around us. The podcast covers topics around engineering, artificial intelligence, technology and more to inspire and educate people all around the world.
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An interview show devoted to new ideas and innovative characters from the CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) world. Think FEA, CFD, and more. This show ran from 2009 to 2013 and is now preserved in this archive. Many of the companies covered have since gone out of business or been acquired. And, many of the players have moved on to new careers.
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CFD Visualization Best Practices - Stephan Groß | Podcast #158
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49:12Explore Siemens Simcenter: https://plm.sw.siemens.com/en-US/simcenterConnect with Stephan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/s-gross/In this episode, Stephan Groß, Technical Marketing Engineer at Siemens, shares his unique journey from working on race car aerodynamics to becoming one of the leading voices in CFD visualization. He explains why…
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Siemens’ Digital Thread: Connecting Design & Simulation - Bob Ransijn | Podcast #157
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25:40Explore Simcenter Systems simulation: https://plm.sw.siemens.com/en-US/simcenter/systems-simulation/Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobransijn/In this insightful conversation, we sit down with Bob, a seasoned System Simulation Specialist and Presales Manager at Siemens Digital Industry Software, to explore the fascinating …
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Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics, EV Trends & AI in CFD - Martin Sonntag | Podcast #156
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30:40Explore shonDynamics: https://shondynamics.deConnect with Martin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-sonntag-7081a6127/From its early beginnings to a global presence, join CTO of shonDynamics, Martin Sonntag as he shares the story of how shonDynamics was built and scaled over the past years. In this conversation, we explore the company’…
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The Future of Engineering Design with ToffeeX – Thomas Rees | Podcast #155
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37:31🔗 Toffeex Link: https://toffeex.com🔗 Thomas Rees on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/twrees/?originalSubdomain=uk 📌 Episode Overview:In this episode, we explore the cutting edge of modern engineering design—from mimicking natural evolution with generative algorithms to stripping away excess material through advanced topology optimization.You’l…
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Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics in Lubrication Systems – Richard Bellizzi | Podcast #154
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38:49🔗 FUCHS Lubricants: https://www.fuchs.com/group/🔗 NYE Lubricants: https://www.nyelubricants.com/contact-us-form🔗 Connect with Rich on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardbellizzi/🔗 Dive CAE: https://divecae.com📌 Episode Overview:In this episode of the Engineered-Mind Podcast, Jousef Murad speaks with experts from FUCHS Lubricants about how…
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AI Adoption in Engineering - Roland Jones | Podcast #153
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33:46🔗 Altair® RapidMiner®: https://altair.com/altair-rapidminer🔗 Altair® IoT Studio™: https://altair.com/altair-iot-studio 🔗 Altair Blog – AI in Engineering: https://altair.com/blog🔗 Connect with Roland on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roland-m-jones/?originalSubdomain=uk📌 Episode Overview:In this episode of the Engineered-Mind Podcast, Jousef …
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The Big MATLAB Update: Dark Mode, Cloud & the Future of Engineering - Michelle Hirsch | Podcast #152
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35:06Blog Post: Beyond Dark Mode - The Why Behind The Biggest Changes in MATLAB’s Latest Release: https://www.engineered-mind.com/coding/the-biggest-changes-in-matlabs-latest-release/ What’s new in R2025a: https://www.mathworks.com/products/matlab/whats-new-r2025a.html MATLAB Central community: https://www.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/MATLAB Online: http…
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217 - Things that go wrong with the smoke control and how we fix them
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55:30In my personal view, an alarming truth about building fire safety lies in the gap between what's designed and what actually works in a building. After conducting 1000+ hot smoke tests in 200+ buildings, my experience is that most (maybe even 90%) of buildings had deficiencies in their smoke control systems, with 30% experiencing issues significant …
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S3 EP4 - 5 tips for CAE engineers in the era of AI
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23:48In this episode of the Neil Ashton podcast, Neil discusses the impact of AI on CAE engineering, providing five essential tips for engineers to thrive in this evolving landscape. The conversation covers the importance of maintaining an open mind, continuous education, and preparing for AI physics applications. It also delves into the build vs. buy d…
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216 - What do we measure and how? with David Morrisset
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1:04:14What happens when we stick a thermocouple into a fire? The answer is surprisingly complex and has profound implications for fire safety engineering. In this deep-dive episode, Dr. David Morrisset from Queensland University joins Wojciech to unravel the science of fire measurements that underpins every experiment, test report, and dataset in our fie…
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215 - Lessons from the 2018 Camp Fire with Eric D. Link
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57:13The devastating 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, California serves as a haunting reminder of how rapidly wildfires can overwhelm communities. We have not known anything like it - the flames raced through Paradise at four miles per hour, 30,000 residents had mere minutes to evacuate, and many couldn't escape in time. What happens when the fire goes worse…
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S3 EP3 - Professor Johannes Brandstetter on AI for Computational Fluid Dynamics
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1:18:02In this conversation, Neil Ashton interviews Prof. Johannes Brandstetter, a physicist turned machine learning expert, about his journey from academia to industry, focusing on the application of machine learning in engineering and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). They discuss the Aurora project, the challenges of integrating machine learning with…
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The world looks entirely different through a thermal camera lens, especially in a fire scenario. These devices reveal harsh temperature gradients between hot and cold surfaces, adding another dimension to how fire safety professionals understand and navigate dangerous environments. Thermal cameras have transformed firefighting operations with aston…
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213 - Setting up your own chatbot with Ruggiero Lovreglio and Amir Rafe
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1:02:19The AI revolution has arrived, but fire safety engineers face a critical dilemma: how to leverage powerful AI tools while protecting confidential project data. Professor Ruggiero Rino Lovreglio from Massey University and Dr. Amir Rafe from Utah State University join us to explore the world of local Large Language Models (LLMs) - AI systems you can …
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S3 EP2 - Prof. Russell Cummings - World leader in Aerospace Engineering and Hypersonics
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1:43:14In this episode of the Neil Ashton podcast, Professor Russell Cummings shares his extensive journey through the fields of aerodynamics, computational fluid dynamics and hypersonics. He discusses his early inspirations, his early days at University and the Hughes Aircraft Company - a key time during this life. He also talks about the cyclical nature…
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AI Agents in Engineering - Sam Bydlon and Ram Seetharaman | Podcast #151
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38:40AI agents are the next big thing in automation, but how do they actually work, and where do they fit into the broader landscape of AI?In this episode, we sit down with Sam Bydlon, a Senior Specialist Solutions Architect at AWS, and Ram Seetharaman, an AI Lead at Synera, to explore how agentic AI is transforming engineering, automation, and decision…
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CFD & Wind Tunnel Testing in High-Performance Engineering - Adrian Villar Collazo | Podcast #150
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32:45CFD and wind tunnel testing are the backbone of high-performance engineering — but how do they complement each other, and what are the biggest challenges engineers face?In this episode, we sit down with Adrian Villar Collazo, Managing Director at VFluid Advanced Technologies and CTO at Deflect Inc, to explore the aerodynamic simulations, motorsport…
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Automatic Differentiation and Adjoint Methods - Felix Köhler | Podcast #149
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1:05:29In this episode, we sit down with Felix, a YouTube educator and PhD researcher in computational science, to explore the intersection of engineering, AI, and simulation. We dive into his journey of growing a YouTube channel from scratch and discuss whether AI can truly replace physics-based simulations. The conversation also touches on the importanc…
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The Hidden Struggles of Being an Influencer on YouTube - Phil Parisi | Podcast #148 P1
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24:49In this episode, we dive deep into the world of content making, with Phil Parisi, an online educator, engineer, and YouTuber. We discuss the highs and lows of running a YouTube channel, the challenges of monetization, and the truth about passive income. From the struggles of growing a channel and why ad revenue alone isn’t enough to the challenges …
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212 - A glossary for evacuation with Enrico Ronchi and Ezel Üsten
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1:05:13When experts from different disciplines attempt to collaborate on complex problems, such as evacuation modelling, we often discover that we're not speaking the same language. Even seemingly simple terms like "density," "velocity," and "distance" carry dramatically different meanings across physics, psychology, engineering, and computer science. In …
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211 - Fire Fundamentals pt. 17 - Detecting fires
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52:39In episode 17 of the Fire Fundamentals, we delve into the fire detection technology. Fire detection forms the critical foundation of all active fire protection measures, serving as the prerequisite for any fire safety engineering solution to work effectively. Following key points are discussed: Detection systems must balance sensitivity with reliab…
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S3 EP1 - Prof. Mike Giles - A CFD and Computational Finance Pioneer
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2:07:11In this episode of the Neil Ashton podcast, Professor Mike Giles shares his extensive journey through the fields of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), computational finance and HPC. He discusses his early academic influences, his early days at Cambridge, internships at Rolls-Royce, his transition to MIT and Oxford where he made significant contrib…
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210 - Fire Fundamentals pt. 16 - Turbulence with Randy McDermott
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58:20In the 16th part of the Fire Fundamentals series, we invite Randy McDermott from NIST to join us for a deep dive into turbulence and its critical role in fire dynamics modelling. We explore the physics behind turbulent combustion and how it fundamentally shapes fire behaviour, plume dynamics, and simulation accuracy. In this episode we cover: Defin…
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209 - Updates from the SFPE with Chris Jelenewicz
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1:00:35In this podcast episode, I invited Chris Jelenewicz, the CEO of SFPE, to bring me up to date on the society. The SFPE Handbook on Fire Protection Engineering is undergoing a major revision with the sixth edition expected by summer's end, expanding to five volumes with significant new content on emerging topics like wildland fires and lithium-ion ba…
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208 - The basics of fire water supply with Szymon Kokot
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56:55Water might seem like the simplest part of firefighting – just point and spray, right? Well, as you can imagine, the reality is a bit more complex. In this conversation with veteran firefighter and CFBT instructor Szymon Kokot, we pull back the curtain on firefighting's most critical resource to reveal the intricate science and logistics behind eff…
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207 - Fire Safety of Balconies with Mike Spearpoint and Konstantinos Chotzoglou
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1:00:05As a consequence of the Grenfell Tower disaster, some strong legislation was proposed, such as a combustible ban on building walls. This, however, affected more than just the building facades, as it excluded materials such as laminated glass used as balcony balustrades. Today, the path forward demands evidence that could inform decisions on the fut…
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206 - Fire Engineering Infrastructural Projects with Mukesh Tomar
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1:02:42Today I'm taking you for a sightseeing trip to see what fire safety looks like beyond our usual office, residential buildings and car parks. Fire engineering takes on an entirely different dimension when applied to massive infrastructure projects where conventional building codes provide minimal guidance and engineers must forge their own path. Dr.…
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205 - FDS maintenance and development with Randy McDermott
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1:00:03Dr Randy McDermott takes us behind the scenes of fire science's most critical software tool in this conversation about the Fire Dynamic Simulator (FDS) developed at NIST. As one of the developers, Randy offers valuable insights into how this essential modelling tool is maintained, improved, and adapted to meet the evolving challenges of the fire sa…
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204 - 4th Birthday of the Podcast. Some stories about the past and the future
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43:28Four years ago, what began as a mission to preserve valuable fire safety engineering conversations has grown into a fairly large platform connecting professionals across 170+ countries. The journey to 200 episodes and nearly 200,000 downloads has been both challenging and deeply rewarding – in this episode, I share a bit about my journey, the state…
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203 - The lessons from repeating Jin's experiment on visibility in smoke
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42:30I've finally done it. We've repeated Jin's experiment! I thought I knew-it-all about that experiment, but boy... knowing and doing it are two different things. I can say, I've finally cleared my mind on some thoughts after this, which I am finally happy to share with all of you! First things first, massive thanks to my partner in crime Wai-Kit Wils…
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202 - Designing fire safety with firefighters in mind
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51:29The gap between fire safety engineering and firefighting operations creates a profound challenge that affects building safety worldwide. Even experienced fire safety engineers - myself included - face uncertainty when designing for firefighters without being firefighters themselves. Yet many building codes explicitly require engineers to account fo…
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201 - The last fire - a novel set in industrial fire engineering with Joaquim Casal
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48:59What happens when a lifetime of studying industrial fire hazards meets the creative mind of a novelist? In this conversation with Professor Joaquim Casal, we explore the unique intersection of fire safety engineering and science fiction through his novel "The Last Fire." Professor Casal, a retired academic from Universitat Politécnica Catalunya and…
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200 - Façade flammability across scales and standards with Guillermo Rein and Matt Bonner
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1:07:02Episode 200! And for this special episode, I've travelled to London to interview Prof. Guillermo Rein and Dr Matt Bonner on a piece of research carried out at Imperial College London, with the experiments performed in our laboratory at the ITB. In this episode, we discuss the concept of flammability of the building facades and how this flammability…
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199 - Commercial Timber Guidebook with Danny Hopkin and Luis Gonzalez Avila
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1:01:07We know a whole lot more about mass timber in fire than we did a few years ago (even when I’ve just started the podcast 199 episodes back …). But is this knowledge widely used in engineering practice? Is it used in the same way by different stakeholders? Definitely not. This is why to move timber into something we would consider “new normal”, we ne…
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S2 EP11 - Foundational AI Models for Fluids
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22:33In this episode of the Neil Ashton podcast, the discussion revolves around foundational models in fluid dynamics, particularly in the context of computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Neil shares insights from a recent panel discussion and explores the potential of AI in predicting fluid behavior. He discusses the evolution of AI in CFD, the challenge…
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198 - Waste and recycling fires and how to fight them with Ryan Fogelman
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59:22The devastating impact of waste and recycling industry fires costs approximately $2.5 billion annually in the US and Canada alone, with lithium-ion batteries causing roughly 50% of these incidents. In this episode with Ryan Fogelman from Fire Rover, we discuss: • Understanding the scale of waste facility fires and why traditional fire protection me…
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197 - Fire spread through external walls pt. 2 with FSRI
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1:05:33When wildfire threatens neighbourhoods with closely-spaced homes, what determines whether flames leap from one structure to the next? The FSRI research team - Rebekah Schrader, Joseph Willi, Daniel Gorham and Gavin Horn - joins us to unveil their experimental series that methodically dissects the pathways through which fire spreads between building…
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196 - Fire spread through external walls pt. 1 with FSRI
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48:36In this podcast episode, we host Rebekah Schrader, Joseph Willi, Daniel Gorham and Gavin Horn, all from the FSRI, to cover their recent experimental research on fire spread through external walls. This is part 1 of the interview - the background, rationale and context. In part 2, we cover the experiments themselves, findings and actionable guidance…
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195 - Fire Safety Cases with Chris Mayfield and Martyn Ramsden
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59:41The UK's Building Safety Act requires high-risk buildings to maintain comprehensive fire safety cases - living documents that identify hazards, mitigate risks, and establish clear accountability for building safety. This is the subject of my discussion with Chris Mayfield and Martyn Ramsden from OFR. • Safety cases differ from fire strategies by be…
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194 - Playing with batteries with Xinyan Huang
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51:22Professor Xinyan Huang from Hong Kong Polytechnic University shares his expertise on battery fires and the various experimental methods researchers use to trigger thermal runaway events under controlled conditions. • Terminology matters - "thermal runaway" more accurately describes battery failure than "ignition" as the critical reactions occur ins…
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193 - Fire Fundamentals pt. 15 - Extinguishing systems with Bogdan Racięga
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53:09Welcome to another Fire Fundamentals. This time the episode is focused on various extinguishing technologies. Invited guest - Bogdan Racięga, Director at Baltic Fire Laboratory and expert in fire protection systems breaks down the fundamental differences between suppression and extinction technologies and how they work in real-world applications. C…
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192 - Fire Fundamentals pt. 14 - Jet fan systems for car parks
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42:01Jet-fan systems effectively control smoke in car parks by creating directed airflows that transport smoke from one point to another, similar to how longitudinal ventilation works in tunnels. These systems offer cost-effectiveness and simplicity by eliminating ductwork while providing powerful smoke management capabilities when properly designed and…
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S2 EP10 - Dr. Kurt Bergin-Taylor, Head of Innovation - Tudor Pro Cycling
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1:01:04In this episode of the Neil Ashton podcast, Neil discusses the intersection of cycling and engineering with Kurt Bergin-Taylor, head of innovation at Tudor Pro Cycling. They explore how technology and science are transforming cycling into a more competitive and innovative sport, akin to Formula One. The conversation covers various aspects of cyclin…
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191 - Committee participation with Birgitte Messerschmidt and Kees Both
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57:23This episode explores the invaluable contributions of community participation in fire safety technical committees. Joining committees is not just about sharing expertise; it’s a journey that transforms careers and fosters growth. Our guests, Birgitte Messerschmidt and Kees Both, reveal how their experiences in various committees, including the NFPA…
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MATLAB vs. Python vs. Julia: The Hidden Truths - Gareth Thomas | Podcast #147
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32:57🌎 More about Versionbay: https://www.versionbay.com/Connect with Gareth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/g-thomas/In this episode, we sit down with Gareth Thomas, founder of VersionBay, to explore the critical role of software versioning in engineering and how companies can avoid costly mistakes when transitioning between MATLAB, Python, an…
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Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics in the Industry - Andreas Bauer | Podcast #146
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28:41🌎 Mentioned CAE tool by Andreas: https://www.divecae.comAndreas Bauer, Design Engineer at Kessler & Co (https://kessler-co.com) — a leading manufacturer of drivetrain and powertrain components for heavy mobility vehicles — reveals how cloud-native SPH simulation software is accelerating their transmission design process. By achieving highly accurat…
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Combustion Simulation in CFD - Kelly Senecal | Podcast #145
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50:16🌎 Learn more: https://convergecfd.com/Kelly Senecal is a co-founder of Convergent Science, a global leader in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software that is revolutionizing the industry with its predictive CFD technology. With over 26 years of expertise in the field, Senecal has been instrumental in the development of CONVERGE®, the company's …
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Battery Modeling & Battery Management Systems (BMS) - Xiangchun Zhang | Podcast #144
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56:44🌎 Learn more: https://www.mathworks.com/solutions/electrification/battery-systems.html Xiangchun Zhang has experience working in the field of battery research and development. They began their career at Sakti3, Inc. as a Design Engineer from 2009 to 2015. During this time, they focused on developing MATLAB codes for battery simulation and design op…
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With the emergence of electric vehicles, fire safety and dynamics have entered a new domain, raising crucial questions about existing protocols, design fires and data gaps. Today, our Wojciech Wegrzyński welcomes Zahir, Associate Prof. at University Putra Malaysia, to discuss the findings from their latest papers, compare methodologies, and highlig…
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S2, EP9 - New Job Update! (and a small apology..)
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8:46A short episode to give a brief update on what I've been doing and to say sorry for not putting out episodes recently. I've joined NVIIDA as a Distinguished CAE Architect and have been rather busy! New episodes will be coming soon! Listen to the episode to learn more.By Neil Ashton
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