Explore the future of innovation with 'Lexicon by Interesting Engineering' – a captivating podcast that dives into the heart of groundbreaking advancements. Join us for engaging conversations with leading experts in engineering and technology. Each episode of Lexicon unravels the stories of inspiration, the mechanics of breakthroughs, and peeks into what the future holds. Discover the fascinating journey of how today's ideas are shaping tomorrow's world. https://interestingengineering.com/newsletters
33 min
In this episode, we sit down with Manuel Hartong, CTO of Dynamic E-Flow, to unpack how a breakthrough in direct cooling could unlock higher power and smaller motors. From electric aircraft to ships, we explore how thermal management is shaping the future of electrification. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
45 min
In this week's episode, we sit down with Peter Cabauy, CEO and founder of City Labs, to explore how nuclear micropower could transform the future of space exploration. From surviving the harsh two-week lunar night to enabling long-duration missions to the Moon and beyond, Peter explains why reliable power may be the biggest challenge facing the next era of spaceflight. He also shares the remarkable story of how City Labs went from the brink of collapse to working with NASA, DARPA, and the U.S. Air Force, and why he believes we're entering the commercial nuclear space age. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
36 min
In this episode, we sit down with Rick Balzano, Vice President of Go-to-Market for AI Services, Safety and Robotics at TaskUs, to explore what it will take to move humanoid robots from impressive demonstrations into real-world workplaces. We discuss embodied AI, simulation, training data, human oversight, and why safety could ultimately determine whether humanoid robots achieve mass adoption. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
33 min
In this episode, we sit down with Manuel Hartong, CTO of Dynamic E-Flow, to unpack how a breakthrough in direct cooling could unlock higher power and smaller motors. From electric aircraft to ships, we explore how thermal management is shaping the future of electrification. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
45 min
In this week's episode, we sit down with Peter Cabauy, CEO and founder of City Labs, to explore how nuclear micropower could transform the future of space exploration. From surviving the harsh two-week lunar night to enabling long-duration missions to the Moon and beyond, Peter explains why reliable power may be the biggest challenge facing the next era of spaceflight. He also shares the remarkable story of how City Labs went from the brink of collapse to working with NASA, DARPA, and the U.S. Air Force, and why he believes we're entering the commercial nuclear space age. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
36 min
In this episode, we sit down with Rick Balzano, Vice President of Go-to-Market for AI Services, Safety and Robotics at TaskUs, to explore what it will take to move humanoid robots from impressive demonstrations into real-world workplaces. We discuss embodied AI, simulation, training data, human oversight, and why safety could ultimately determine whether humanoid robots achieve mass adoption. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
47 min
In this episode, we sit down with Paleolithic archaeologist Dr. Ariel “Arik” Malinsky-Buller to reverse engineer the Stone Age. We explore how tiny fragments of obsidian and chert reveal the sophisticated toolmaking, long-distance travel, and shared knowledge that helped ancient hunter-gatherers survive the rugged Armenian Highlands tens of thousands of years ago. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
38 min
In this episode, we sit down with Salar al Khafaji, founder and CEO of Monumental, to explore how autonomous robots are moving beyond the lab and onto real construction sites. We discuss robot bricklayers, construction’s labor shortage, the challenge of building in unpredictable environments, and whether coordinated robot fleets could one day build a house in just 24 hours. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
34 min
In this episode, we are joined by Winnie Lai, founder and CEO of Auriga Space, to explore how electromagnetic launch technology could transform counter-drone defense. We discuss why using multimillion-dollar missiles against low-cost drones is becoming unsustainable, how Auriga’s frictionless magnetic-launch system works, and why the same core technology could one day help launch satellites, or even transport materials from the Moon. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
29 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we sit down with Philippe Berlan, CEO of EverDye, to explore one of fashion's biggest environmental challenges: textile dyeing. With dyeing responsible for a significant share of the industry's carbon emissions, Philippe explains how new biobased technologies could dramatically reduce energy use, water consumption, and reliance on petrochemicals. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
38 min
A boy who once woke up in his own sweat during blackouts grew up to build the machine ending them. In this episode we sit down with Johannes Amo Aye, founder of Minaji Energy, to talk about the Fusion Wind Turbine: a gearless, oil free hybrid system combining wind and solar in one unit, built to run 20 to 25 years with almost no maintenance. He shares the story of a night when midwives delivered a baby using two phone torches, why 90% of the system is manufactured in Ghana, and what it means to build Africa's energy future with African engineers. In this episode:A blackout tragedy in a maternity ward and the turnaround a year laterThe engineering behind a gearless, lubricant free wind turbineThe MTED program training local youth as techniciansShortlisted for the Royal Academy of Engineering Africa PrizeThe roadmap to scaling past 100 turbines Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
38 min
AI is making cyberattacks faster, cheaper, and more accessible by allowing attackers to automate tasks such as reconnaissance, vulnerability discovery, infrastructure mapping, and attack planning. In a recent Lexicon interview, Redsift CEO Rahul Pavar explains how AI is shifting cybersecurity from human speed toward machine speed, why critical infrastructure such as water utilities could become softer targets, and why organizations need to focus on fundamentals like MFA, continuous asset discovery, attack surface management, and faster threat detection. He also expects the next 6 to 18 months to bring a surge in vulnerabilities as AI uncovers weaknesses that may have existed for years but were previously too difficult to find. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
29 min
Lithium runs out. Batteries degrade. But sand? It lasts billions of years. In this episode of Lexicon, Interesting Engineering sits down with Annette Haglund-Dones (CCO at Polar Night Energy) to reveal how they turned ordinary sand into a massive thermal battery—and survived one of Finland’s coldest winters on record. Here is what you’ll discover: Zero Degradation: Why sand beats lithium for long-duration heat storage. The Scaling Surprise: What happened when they built a battery 20x larger than the prototype. Industrial Decarbonization: How 250°C heat stored in sand can replace fossil boilers. Listen now to discover why the future of clean energy might be beneath our feet. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
42 min
In this episode of Lexicon by Interesting Engineering, Christopher McVadden speaks with Tom Granger of Niron Magnetics about iron nitride magnets, rare earth free permanent magnets, and the future of magnetic materials. They explore how iron nitride could transform electric vehicles, robotics, data centers, defense systems, electric motors, and global magnet supply chains, while reducing dependence on rare earth elements and China. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
38 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we sit down with IEEE Fellow Dr. Karen Panetta, Dean of Graduate Education at Tufts University and co-inventor of the first digital twin. From AI ethics to the soft skills engineers are missing, she argues that engineering education is overdue for a serious overhaul. Why are we still training students to pass exams instead of solving real-world problems? And in an age of generative AI, what does it actually mean to think and design like an engineer? Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
43 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we sit down with Tiffany Nwahiri, founder and CEO of 3rd + Taylor, to unpack how marketing teams can still drive growth when budgets are tight, jobs are shrinking, and AI is changing the rules. Tiffany shares why “pipeline over perfection” matters, how to make your website your best salesperson, and why the winners will be marketers who learn to leverage AI, not fear it. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
25 min
In this episode, Diane Watkins, Vice President of New Initiatives & Outreach of the IEEE Power and Energy Society, joins us to unpack how AI-driven data centers are straining power grids, and what it will take to keep the lights on. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
42 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we sit down with Matlantis application scientist Josh Young to break down how researchers are using AI-powered simulations to screen millions of materials faster, why speed often matters more than perfect accuracy, and where automation still falls short. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
48 min
In this episode, we sit down with Scott Butler, Executive Director of Material Focus, to explore what really happens to our old electronics, why e-waste is becoming a critical materials and safety issue, and how small changes in design, policy, and behaviour could unlock the hidden value in the tech we throw away. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
50 min
In this episode, we sit down with Ashish Parikh, co-CEO and CTO of Doodle Labs, to explore the hidden physics of wireless connectivity powering drone swarms, autonomous systems, and electronic warfare. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
39 min
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Lulu Zhao, a NASA-funded space-weather researcher and assistant professor at the University of Michigan, to unpack how solar energetic particles and cosmic rays can flip bits, disrupt aircraft systems, and challenge the future of aviation and spaceflight. If you’ve ever wondered how the Sun can sabotage our machines, then this podcast is for you. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
23 min
In this episode, we sit down with Lara Smith, founder of LUSOMÉ, to unpack how thermoregulation, menopause, and real-world sleep environments affect sleep quality, drawing on a Harvard-led clinical trial. If you’ve ever wondered why overheating can quietly sabotage your sleep, this podcast is for you. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
41 min
In this episode, we speak with Buzz Solutions CTO Vikhyat Chaudhry about the quiet revolution happening across the power grid, where drones, sensors, and computer vision are becoming a real-time early-warning system. He walks us through the shift from manual patrols to automated, high-volume thermal inspections, how AI learns to recognise dangerous patterns, and why these tools could be critical as electrification surges and climate-driven extremes push infrastructure to its limits. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
43 min
In this episode, we sit down with David Kuo, VP of Marketing and Business Development at Point2 Technology, to explore the company’s radical approach to breaking the data center “copper cliff.” From RF-over-plastic waveguides to ultra-efficient retimers, Point2 is challenging a decade of assumptions about how AI clusters should be wired, and what’s possible when you rethink the link itself. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
46 min
In today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Tamil Selvan Muthusamy, an interventional cardiologist trained in the UK and Europe, now practicing in Kuala Lumpur, to explore what may be the most important advance in cardiology in the last two decades: a new “bioadaptive” stent that actually moves and remodels with your arteries. We dive into why traditional rigid stents fail over time, how this new design dramatically cuts repeat heart events, and what it means for the millions of people worldwide living with coronary artery disease. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
35 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we speak with Dr. Péter Fankhauser, CEO of ANYbotics, and Jasmine Assefi, Key Account Manager for Oil, Gas, and Chemicals, about how robotics is transforming operations at Equinor’s Northern Lights CO₂ storage project—the world’s first open-access carbon transport and storage facility. Together, they explore how “Roberta,” an ANYbotics robot deployed by Equinor, is redefining industrial autonomy, safety, and sustainability. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
21 min
In this episode, we talk with Barun Kar, CEO and co-founder of Upscale AI, a company rethinking the hidden backbone of artificial intelligence: the network. Barun explains why today’s AI systems are hitting a wall, and how open-standard infrastructure could unlock faster, cheaper, and more democratic AI for everyone. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
34 min
In this episode, we talk to Kyle Baranko, Head of Product at Paces, about how the explosive growth of AI is reshaping the clean energy landscape. From off-grid solar microgrids to the future of small modular reactors, Kyle shares how data centers are driving unprecedented demand for electricity. He also shares his thoughts on how smart technology, faster project development, and new thinking about infrastructure could turn that challenge into a renewable energy revolution. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
40 min
In this episode, we talk with the Vice President of Ecosense, Dallas Jones, who shares how smart sensors and years of science are turning the tide on an invisible threat: radon gas. From tech breakthroughs to policy changes, this is everything you need to know to stay safe, stay informed, and breathe easier. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
35 min
In today's episode, we’re diving into the future of driver safety with Jessie Lee from VUEROID, South Korea’s leader in advanced dash cam technology. From AI-powered license plate restoration to ultra-reliable low-power recording, their latest S1 4K Infinite dash cam is redefining what it means to be prepared on the road. Whether you're a tech lover, an engineer, or just someone who drives every day, this is one episode you don’t want to miss. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
42 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we’re joined by Fernando Dominguez from SandboxAQ to explore how artificial intelligence and quantum tech are merging to tackle some of the world’s most challenging problems. From simulating millions of drug compounds in days to protecting our data from future quantum threats, we explore how LQMs will change everything. So, if you think AI is just about chatbots, think again. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
39 min
In this episode, we’re joined by Al Eliasen, CEO of Spatial Business Systems, to discuss how automation, AI, and digital design tools are revolutionizing utility infrastructure, from power grids to broadband. If you’ve ever wondered how we’ll meet the rising demands of electrification, renewable energy, and smart networks, this one’s for you. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
45 min
In this episode, Dr. Liam Holt from NYU Langone Health joins us to uncover the hidden world of LINE-1, a viral-like DNA element that makes up a massive part of our genome. We explore how this ancient stowaway shaped human evolution, why it might be fueling aging, inflammation, and cancer, and explore whether science can turn it from a threat into a tool. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
43 min
Today, we’re joined by Dr. Shu Yang, a pioneering materials scientist at the University of Pennsylvania and one of National Geographic’s Extraordinary Changemakers. From elephant skin to snail mucus, Dr. Yang draws inspiration from nature to create shape-shifting, sustainable materials that could transform everything from medicine to construction. Stay tuned as we explore the science behind smart surfaces, kirigami geometry, carbon-sequestering concrete, and the curiosity that drives them all. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
50 min
In this episode, we are joined by Will Ashford-Brown, Director at the Heligan Strategic Insights team, and a leading expert on AI, autonomous systems, and modern warfare. From drone swarms and digital deception to the ethics of kill-chain automation, we explore how emerging technologies are reshaping the battlefield — and what that means for the world. Let’s dive in. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
33 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we speak with Dr. Scott Miller, Director of Technology at NextFlex, to explore how hybrid electronics are revolutionizing manufacturing. From aerospace to healthcare, Scott explains how printed and flexible electronics are enabling smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient systems while helping bring manufacturing back home. Whether you’re into next-gen tech, supply chains, or the future of wearables, this conversation connects the circuits. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
43 min
In this episode, we sit down with Justin Graham and Jake Dein from Barge Design Solutions to explore the real-world challenges of implementing AI in engineering. From avoiding the "streetlight effect" to saving clients millions through more intelligent data integration, they share hard-earned insights on why clean, connected data, not just flashy tools, is the key to meaningful innovation. If you're thinking about AI, this episode will show you where to start. Level up your knowledge with IE+! Subscribe today to access exclusive premium articles enriched with expert insights and enjoy members-only technical newsletters designed to keep you ahead in technology and science.
43 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we sit down with Graeme Purdy, CEO and co-founder of Ilika Technologies — a trailblazer in solid-state battery innovation. With EV adoption surging and energy storage tech evolving fast, Graeme shares how Ilika’s Goliath program redefines what’s possible for electric vehicles and beyond. Join us as we explore battery safety, manufacturing at scale, Europe’s role in the global battery race, and why solid-state might be the leap we’ve been waiting for. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
39 min
In this episode, we sit down with Raj Toleti, Chairman and CEO of Andor Health, to explore how AI is transforming virtual care, without replacing the human touch. From reducing clinician burnout to accelerating time-to-treatment, Raj shares how ThinkAndor® is building a more intelligent, more connected healthcare system powered by AI agents that collaborate across every stage of care. If you’re curious about the future of healthcare tech, this conversation is a must-listen. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
35 min
In today’s episode, we’re talking to Paul Van Metre, co-founder of ProShop ERP, a manufacturing software platform born out of pure necessity. We delve into why precision machining is the backbone of modern life, how real-time data and going paperless can transform company culture, and what it takes to help small shops punch well above their weight. If you’ve ever wondered how the stuff we rely on actually gets made, this one’s for you. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
30 min
Today, we're diving into a fascinating conversation with Dr. Illana Ressler, a leading reproductive endocrinologist at Illume Fertility. Join us as we explore the connection between metabolic health and fertility, uncover the science behind conditions like PCOS, and discuss why medications like Ozempic are making waves in reproductive wellness. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
24 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we speak with Lin Sun Fa, CEO of Emobi, about the future of EV charging. From AI-driven reliability scores to cybersecurity and digital IDs, Lin shares how Emobi is building the invisible infrastructure powering seamless, secure, and smart electric mobility. Whether you're an EV owner, a tech enthusiast, or just curious about what’s next for connected transport—this one’s for you. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
40 min
Today we’re joined by Matt Casella, President of Richtech Robotics, to explore how AI-driven robots like ADAM are transforming hospitality, healthcare, and beyond. We'll dive into the exciting potential of robots with personality, the human side of automation, and Matt’s vision for a future where humans and robots seamlessly collaborate. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
34 min
Today, we dive into the future of AI with Tal Barmeir, CEO of BlinqIO. From AI-powered software testing to workplace transformation and 2025 predictions. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Let’s get into it. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
23 min
Today, we're joined by Bill Irby, CEO of AgEagle, to explore the future of drones, AI, and autonomy. What’s next for these high-tech unmanned systems, from military advancements to commercial breakthroughs? Let’s find out! Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
52 min
Today we sit down with Joseph Ayoade, an award-winning IT expert and AI specialist, who shares how cloud computing, big data, and machine learning could revolutionize drought management. From predictive weather models to smart irrigation, we explore the future of AI-driven climate solutions. Let’s get into it! Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
33 min
In this episode of Lexicon, we’re joined by Hassaan Raza, CEO of Tavus, to explore the future of AI-driven video agents, conversational AI, and the ethics of human-AI interaction. From transforming healthcare to predicting AI in governance, Hassaan shares groundbreaking insights on where AI is headed next. Let’s dive in! Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
47 min
In this episode, we’re diving into the future of biomanufacturing with Dr. Doug Friedman, CEO of BioMADE. From bio-based plastics to revolutionary food tech, biomanufacturing is transforming industries, creating jobs, and keeping the U.S. competitive. Can biology replace fossil fuels? Can biotech revolutionize global supply chains? Let’s find out! Stay tuned as we explore the science, strategy, and economic impact of the bioeconomy. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
44 min
In today's episode of Lexicon, we're joined by Scott Reynolds, co-founder of UpCodes, to discuss the fight against building code paywalls, the Pro Codes Act, and how technology is reshaping compliance. Stay tuned for an eye-opening conversation on accessibility, transparency, and the future of construction regulations. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
41 min
In this episode, Dr. Nazlie Latefi joins us to discuss how BioVanta takes a science-backed, plant-based approach to fighting inflammation and improving symptom relief. Cold and flu medications have remained unchanged for decades—but do they treat the root cause? Let’s find out. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
35 min
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!
42 min
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!
39 min
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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