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In this episode, Alex Megej, Chief Technology Officer for the Industrial Business Unit at TE Connectivity, speaks with Tyler Kern about cobots, how they differ from traditional industrial manufacturing robots and how they are advancing today’s factory automation. Cobots are more compact than large-size manufacturing robots. “Think of them as a mechanical arm that…
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Trends in Space Technology
ATM machines, the internet, GPS maps, and weather reports all have one common denominator: outer space. Without space, these services would not be possible at the scale they are today. TE Connectivity’s leader of global engineering, Matt McAlonis joined Tyler Kern, host of Our Connected World, to highlight the trends in the frontier of space…
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Reshaping Industries with Sensor Technology
TE Connectivity is on the cutting edge of sensor technology. To discuss this innovation that’s disrupting many industries, Tyler Kern chatted with VP and Chief Technology Officer, Erin Byrne, of Sensor Solutions on today’s episode of Our Connected World. Byrne highlighted many examples of how sensors are already involved in people’s everyday use. “Sensors are…
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Connected World: Toward a Sustainable Future for Mobility and EV Architectures Part 3 of 3
Ralf Klaedtke, The Chief Technical Officer for Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity, wrapped his three-part look at autonomous driving on Connected World with a focus on the future. The present-day provides the answers to that future. New players entering the autonomous vehicle space are making their presence known, and their technology solutions can play…
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Connected World: Toward a Sustainable Future for Mobility and EV Architectures Part 2 of 3
Ralf Klaedtke, The Chief Technical Officer for Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity, continued his discussion on autonomous driving with Connected World’s Tyler Kern. In this second episode, the conversation shifted to the human side of autonomous driving and people’s trust issues with AI. And, as with Klaedtke and Kern’s earlier conversation, safety is the leading…
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Connected World: Toward a Sustainable Future for Mobility and EV Architectures Part 1 of 3
There’s a lot to be excited about in the world of autonomous vehicles. Still, there are many challenges ahead, including misconceptions to clear up and technology hurdles to climb before EV’s go mainstream. Ralf Klaedtke, The Chief Technical Officer for Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity, shared his insights on those challenges and the trends shaping…
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Connected World: Partnering with OEMs on EV Innovation
“Regardless of the OEM model, they all need to advance battery technology and ensure the electrical infrastructure is there.” The ecosystem of electric vehicles (EVs) is rapidly changing. With so many factors that impact the market, OEMs are evolving their models to meet consumer demand and infrastructure needs. Discussing the current state, Steven Merkt, President, Transportation…
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From Wall Street to World Travel: Scott Eddy’s Journey to Becoming Hospitality’s No-Nonsense Voice
In 2019, travel and tourism contributed a whopping 10.4% of global GDP — a figure that vanished almost overnight when the pandemic brought the world to a standstill. Today, the industry has clawed its way back to that same share of the global economy, but travelers have changed. They no longer settle for polished marketing…
Game-Changing Marketing: Why Brands Must Embed Themselves Naturally Into Gaming Experiences
Video games have rapidly evolved from niche entertainment to a dominant cultural force, reshaping how people interact, play, and connect with brands. With the gaming industry expected to surpass $300 billion in yearly revenue by 2030, businesses are increasingly asking: how can brands authentically integrate into games without alienating audiences? Meanwhile, developers face the…
From Innovation to Impact: Corporate Success, Tech Patents, and Mentoring the Next Generation with David C. Williams
What does it mean to move beyond success into true significance? In this powerful episode of the Undisputed Podcast, Ty Bledsoe sits down with David C. Williams, tech innovator, best-selling author, and mentor who’s redefining what impact looks like. From growing up in one of the poorest corners of Dallas to leading billion-dollar automation…
From Classroom to Clinic, How HerMD is Closing the Menopause Gap in Medicine
For too long, women’s healthcare has fallen short—shaped by stigma, overlooked by research, and limited by a system that often focuses only on fertility while neglecting a significant portion of a woman’s constant evolution. With women today spending 40% of their lives in postmenopause, the lack of medical training and resources dedicated to this…