Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, AI, and VR in Design Engineering

With all the buzz about these topics, we need some perspective. Tune in to this Quality during Design Podcast episode to explore AI, machine learning, and VR in product development. This overview will help you to understand the big picture of where these tools fit into your design process.

This episode isn't just about embracing the latest tech trends; it's about knowing when simpler solutions will suffice and the critical role of data stewardship. Listen-in so you can better choose when to use them to optimize your design engineering endeavors, or not.

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How do you know if any of these solutions are the right fit? One way to do it is to use a common quality tool: a scorecard. Dr. Robert Cooper explains how in his blog post: Selecting the Right AI Solutions for Use in New Product Development - Knowledge Hub 2.0​

Can you facilitate and contribute at the same time?

You volunteer to facilitate a discussion to help the team (good for you!). 🏆
During the discussion, you realize you have an important contribution to make (yes! progress). ⏭️
However, if you turn into a contributor, doesn't that go against your goals as a facilitator (uh-oh)? 🤔
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Fred Schenkelberg and I discuss in this episode of the Speaking of Reliability Podcast. SOR 1021 Influence vs Facilitation - Accendo Reliability​

Next steps: Want to know if the facilitator needs to have to have a deep understanding of the subject matter they are facilitating? Check out this other Speaking of Reliability Podcast episode with Fred and Carl.

​SOR 1022 Facilitator and Deep Understanding - Accendo Reliability​

How engineers changed Thanksgiving.

Last month, many people in the U.S. celebrated Thanksgiving. The highlight is a meal shared with extended family and friends.

What happens when you're sick and need to cancel travel plans to stay home? You start to think about how engineers changed Thanksgiving. Or at least that's what happened to me!

Engineering has played a crucial role in ensuring we can enjoy fresh-tasting vegetables and perfectly preserved foods all year round. In this podcast episode, I share history of the development of these things. Many people don't know what goes into making modern food available.

Beyond the realm of food preservation, this episode serves as a tribute to the unsung heroes of our holiday tables: engineers. I am proud to be part of a profession that has such a profound impact on the world.

I asked Chat GPT, "Based on what you know about me, draw me a picture of what you think my current life looks like." It's not too far off, except I don't work in delopment or engrelng. Give it a try for yourself!

Other Resources

Welcome the Gemini AI as a podcast guest. Check it out!

Speaking of Reliability Podcast, SOR 1020 8D with 'G' . Join Dianna and Fred as they discuss 8D with ‘G’, Google’s AI assistant.
Topics include:

• Problem solving and the benefits of a structured approach like 8D (8 Disciplines)
• The hardest parts about RCA (root cause analysis)
• The steps of the 8D process
• Potential uses for AI

This article has uncomfortable observations about how most engineers work and its pitfalls for everyone. "Project Engineer Syndrome is about sitting on a problem and missing the opportunity to talk it through with other people."

​#461 – PROJECT ENGINEER SYNDROME – MALCOLM PEART | CERM ® RISK INSIGHTS​

Stay engaged with me on how to combat this with Quality during Design.

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​FMEA in Practice: From Plan to Risk-Based Decision Making​

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