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Outsight, Hesai, and Embotech Collaborate for BMW’s AVM System

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Joydeep Kar
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STUTTGART, Germany, Jan 30, 2025 – Hesai Technology, Outsight, and Embotech AG has announced a collaboration to deliver cutting-edge lidar technology and perception software for Embotech’s AVM technology deployed in BMW facilities and known internally at BMW as Automated Driving In-Plant (AFW). The collaboration brings together industry leaders in autonomous driving solutions and sensing technology.

Hesai lidar at a BMW facility equipped with the Automated Driving In-Plant solution. ©BMW AG

Embotech is the system provider for BMW’s recently announced Automated Driving In-Plant series operation and global rollout. For the AVM solution, Outsight plays a key role with its advanced lidar software platform that tracks the ego-vehicle and the surrounding obstacles within BMW’s production facilities, while Hesai supplies its industry-leading lidar sensors, renowned for their accuracy and reliability, which act as the “eyes” of the AVM system.

Embotech, Outsight and Hesai have successfully collaborated for several years, jointly advancing lidar and perception solutions for autonomous driving. The companies are global leaders in their respective fields, driving innovation in lidar as well as perception technology. This latest strategic collaboration builds upon a strong foundation, enabling the companies to provide best-in-class technology for AVM, which is safety rated, fulfilling the highest performance and availability requirements.

A BMW vehicle operating autonomously in a production facility. ©BMW AG

“Hesai is proud to partner with Embotech and Outsight to deliver cutting-edge lidar technology for BMW’s AVM system,” says Dr. David Li, CEO and co-founder of Hesai Technology. “This state-of-the-art technology demonstrates the high level of precision and safety offered by our lidar and Outsight’s perception software for Embotech’s autonomous driving solutions. We look forward to continuing our collaboration and bringing this technology to more factories around the world.”

“The combination of Outsight’s sophisticated lidar software platform and Hesai’s reliable lidar sensors perfectly complements Embotech’s autonomous driving expertise,” says Dr. Alexander Domahidi, CTO and founder of Embotech. “This collaboration ensures the highest standards of safety and efficiency in BMW’s automated vehicle operations.”

According to Raul Bravo, president and co-founder at Outsight, “Our collaboration with Embotech, Hesai, and BMW highlights the increasing maturity of LiDAR technology, particularly the software underpinning it. Its application to real-world factory conditions demonstrates its ability to enhance industrial safety and efficiency, while underlining the importance of a comprehensive framework to realise the potential of autonomous driving.”

The integrated system is managing the movement of new vehicles through production and logistics steps at three BMW plants. This launch is the first stage of a broader rollout to several facilities in Europe and North America.

This partnership marks a major advancement in industrial automation. It integrates Embotech’s trusted autonomous driving expertise with Outsight and Hesai’s leading perception technology.

About Hesai Technology

Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, Hesai Technology is a global leader in three-dimensional light detection and ranging (LiDAR) solutions. The company develops, manufactures, and sells LiDAR products that serve a broad spectrum of applications, including Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for passenger and commercial vehicles, autonomous driving vehicles, and various robotic applications such as last-mile delivery robots and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). The company supplies ADAS lidar to 6 of the top 10 global OEMs by revenue and is ranked No. 1 in the ADAS lidar market globally, with a 26% market share. As of 2023, Hesai employs over 1,100 people and has established offices in Shanghai, Palo Alto, and Stuttgart, with customers spanning over 40 countries. In 2023, the company reported revenues of approximately $250 million. Hesai integrates its in-house manufacturing process with LiDAR research and development, enabling rapid product iteration and ensuring performance, quality, and affordability.

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Canvas Raises $10M to Simplify 3D Modeling for Construction, Design Professionals

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Joydeep Kar
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DENVER, CO, Jan 30, 2025 – Canvas has announced a $10M Series A funding round led by Trilogy Equity Partners & Foundry Group, with participation from Acquired Wisdom Fund, GC&H Investments, and Frontier VC. The funding will accelerate Canvas’s efforts to solve the challenge of turning mobile 3D scans into precise, design-ready models tailored for construction and remodeling workflows.

With over 15 years of experience and 20+ patents in 3D sensing and computer vision, Canvas’s AI-powered solutions help over 12,000 design and construction professionals save countless hours by eliminating manual measuring and as-built modeling. Instead, customers use an iPhone or iPad to scan interior spaces in minutes, receive an instant 3D digital twin, and Canvas converts the scan into the CAD/BIM format of their choice. This reduces errors, and the need for labor-intensive modeling – allowing professionals to focus on their craft.

“Canvas is solving a critical challenge in the design and construction industry: turning raw 3D scans into reliable, construction-grade models quickly and affordably,” said Canvas CEO Sarah Bird. “Our technology makes this process simple and accessible, enabling professionals to focus on what they do best. This investment is a powerful endorsement of our ambitious mission to create a digital twin of every interior, transform it into structured data and power the full lifecycle of each property.”

“We’re at a pivotal moment in 3D modeling, driven by AI and the growing accessibility of LiDAR in mobile devices. Canvas is uniquely positioned to deliver an end-to-end solution that turns the real world into structured data for digital workflows,” said Yuval Neeman of Trilogy Equity Partners. “Canvas is starting with the massive residential and light commercial markets, providing affordable solutions for professionals at all levels. The potential for future applications is enormous.”

With this funding, Canvas will recruit top researchers and engineers to advance its AI-powered spatial data and reality capture technology and reality capture. The company is also expanding its go-to-market team to deliver solutions to design and construction professionals worldwide, driving new opportunities and changing the industry’s operations.

About Canvas

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Canvas specializes in 3D measurement and modeling solutions tailored for architecture, interior design, and construction professionals. Leveraging over 15 years of experience and holding more than 20 patents in 3D sensing and computer vision, Canvas offers an AI-powered platform that enables users to scan interior spaces using iPhones or iPads. These scans are then transformed into precise, design-ready CAD and BIM models, streamlining workflows and reducing manual effort. Serving over 12,000 professionals, Canvas has modeled more than 110 million square feet of space.

Source: Canvas

Quarter20 Launches CAD-Connected Wiki for Hardware Documentation

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Joydeep Kar
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REDWOOD CITY, CA, Jan 30, 2025 – Quarter20 has announced the availability of its first-generation platform to the public. It launches as the first-ever documentation tool purpose-built for the 3D and visual needs of hardware development. Its platform is optimized to increase engineering efficiency, reduce lead times, and eliminate opportunities for recalls caused by errors in miscommunication. During its private Beta, Quarter20 users generated work instructions and a manufacturing document 10x faster, leading to an average of 66% less time spent on documentation.

The Quarter20 platform helps engineers and engineering teams create essential CAD-based documents in less time and automatically. Its user-friendly technology allows users to produce content that updates itself, tags automatically, and supports collaboration across teams.

Quarter20 was founded by Mai Bui, a mechanical engineer and hardware product lead who spent time at SpaceX, Tesla, and Carbon, and Addy First, former product and monetization strategist of Microsoft’s Industrial IoT portfolio.

“Quarter20 is the tool I’ve always needed in my career as a mechanical engineer,” said CEO Mai Bui, “Documentation drives hardware collaboration, but has long been an overlooked part of the product development process. Relying on generic tools like PowerPoint to create your technical documentation is not only inefficient but leads to inaccuracies. With Quarter20, we optimize engineering efficiency, reduce time to market, and considerably diminish risk of downstream defects.”

Quarter20’s Key Capabilities

  • Smart Screenshots and Self-Updating Metadata: By syncing with CAD, all visuals and data created in Quarter20 auto-update as designs change. Never re-take a screenshot again.
  • Quarter20 Toolkit for Advanced Search and Reuse: All Quarter20 content is tagged and can be linked across documents. Advanced search functionality enables easy data retrieval and reuse across projects.
  • Collaboration for All Technical Types: Quarter20 fosters collaboration across teams—from engineers to non-technical staff—so all stakeholders are kept up to date on design and process decisions.

About Quarter20

Founded in 2023, Quarter20 is a U.S.-based company specializing in automated documentation solutions for hardware engineering teams. Their platform restructures the creation of technical documents by auto-generating up-to-date engineering documentation, supporting teams to focus more on building and less on manual tasks. This service is beneficial for industries involved in hardware development and manufacturing, where precise and current documentation is crucial.

Source: Quarter20

Darren Beckett Joins Velo3D as Chief Technology Officer

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Joydeep Kar
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FREMONT, CA, Jan 30, 2025 – Velo3D, Inc. announced Darren Beckett as its new chief technology officer.

With more than 25 years of experience in technology leadership, innovation and organizational transformation, including two decades at Intel Corp., Beckett will oversee the development and implementation of all internal and external technology initiatives across the company.

Image: Velo3D

“We are excited to have Darren join the company as his proven track record of building and leading next generation technology teams to create innovative solutions aligns perfectly with Velo3D’s mission to accelerate our leadership position in additive manufacturing,” said Arun Jeldi, CEO of Velo3D. “His ability to blend technical expertise with strategic leadership will be instrumental in executing our new corporate vision and driving our next phase of growth.”

Image: Orgio.com

Prior to rejoining Velo3D, Beckett was the VP of engineering at Woodruff Scientific as well as the chief technology officer at Sigma Additive Solutions where he played a pivotal role in facilitating in the development of their Additive Manufacturing quality control IP portfolio. Prior to Sigma, Beckett spent more than 20 years at Intel in various technical and engineering leadership roles focused on 3D manufacturing and next generation technology development.

“I am thrilled to join Velo3D and contribute to its vision of enabling customers to utilize additive manufacturing to rapidly scale the production of their most complex parts,” said Darren Beckett. “I look forward to collaborating with the talented team here as the company expands its leadership position in 3D printing technology.”

As chief technology officer, Beckett will be responsible for leading the Velo3D Research and Development and Informational Technology organizations as well as oversee the implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies.

About Velo3D

Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Fremont, CA, Velo3D is a leading technology company specializing in fully integrated metal additive manufacturing solutions. The company offers advanced 3D printing systems, including the Sapphire family of printers, along with Flow pre-print software and Assure quality assurance software, enabling the production of complex, mission-critical components. Velo3D serves industries such as aerospace, defense, energy, and automotive, with clients including SpaceX, Honeywell, and Lam Research. As of January 2025, the company employs approximately 240 people. In the trailing twelve months ending June 30, 2024, Velo3D reported revenues of $46 million.

Source: Velo3D

Kennametal Appoints Douglas Dietrich to Board of Directors

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Joydeep Kar
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PITTSBURGH, PA, Jan 30, 2025 – Kennametal Inc. has announced the election of Douglas Dietrich to its Board of Directors, effective Feb 1, 2025. Dietrich is currently the executive chairman and CEO of Minerals Technologies, a publicly traded specialty minerals company.

Douglas Dietrich. Image: LinkedIn

“Doug brings over 30 years of business and industry experience, most recently driving transformative change at Minerals Technologies through his strategic, operational and financial leadership,” said Sanjay Chowbey, president & CEO of Kennametal. “We’re excited to welcome him to our Board and confident that his expertise and global perspective will be key to advancing our strategy and enhancing shareholder value.”

William M. Lambert, chairman of Kennametal’s Board of Directors, added: “Doug’s track record of delivering long-term growth through strategy, innovation and targeted M&A will be invaluable as we continue our transformational journey. We look forward to leveraging his insights and leadership as a member of our board.”

About Douglas T. Dietrich

Douglas T. Dietrich was elected Minerals Technologies Inc.’s (MTI) chairman of the board in March 2021. He has served as the chief executive officer of MTI since December 2016.

Dietrich has over 30 years of experience in the industrial goods, mining and metals manufacturing sector as well as significant expertise in engineering, management and operations.

Since joining MTI in 2007, Dietrich has held key management positions, including senior vice president, finance and treasury and chief financial officer with responsibility for the overall finance function, and vice president, corporate development and treasury where he led corporate strategy and M&A initiatives.

Prior to his tenure at MTI, Dietrich held several positions of increasing leadership responsibility at Alcoa Inc. These roles included vice president, Alcoa Wheel Products – Automotive Wheels; president, Alcoa Latin America Extrusions; general manager, Global Rod and Bar Products; and manager, business development and strategic global sourcing – Asia and Latin America.

Earlier in his career, Dietrich worked for Eaton Corporation and Westinghouse Electric Corporation where he held various positions in engineering and operations management.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA in Finance from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

About Kennametal

Founded in 1938, Kennametal Inc. is a global leader in manufacturing high-performance cutting tools, tooling systems, and wear-resistant solutions. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company serves diverse industries, including aerospace, earthworks, energy, general engineering, and transportation. With approximately 8,700 employees operating in more than 60 countries, Kennametal generated $2.1 billion in revenue during fiscal year 2023. The company’s products are integral to various applications, such as machining components for aerospace, automotive parts, mining equipment, and oil and gas drilling tools. Kennametal’s commitment to materials science and innovation has established it as a trusted partner in enhancing productivity and precision across multiple sectors.

Source: Kennametal

IoT Tribe, Siemens Launch Flywheel to Encourage AI Startups

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Joydeep Kar
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LONDON, UK, Jan 30, 2025 – IoT Tribe has announced the launch of the Flywheel program, an initiative designed to encourage early-stage startups developing agentic AI and advanced technologies for the aerospace and defense sectors – developed in collaboration with Siemens Digital Industries Software. This program provides startups with Siemens’ engineering expertise, global networks, and advanced digital infrastructure. It helps them solve major industry issues while capitalizing on a multi-billion-pound market.

A £400+ Billion Market Ripe for Transformation

The aerospace and defense sector is expected to exceed £400 billion by 2030 due to growing global demand for AI-powered systems, autonomous technologies, and advanced analytics. These innovations improve operational efficiency, enhance safety, enable predictive insights, and support automated decision-making. This sector holds significant potential for transformative advancements.

However, capitalizing on this market demands technology that is innovative, accessible, dependable, and meets strict industry requirements. Siemens’ Flywheel Program helps startups by providing resources, expertise, and connections to speed up market adoption and claim their share of this expanding sector.

Tanya Suárez, founder & CEO of IoT Tribe, underscored the market opportunity and transformative nature of the program. She said, “5% of the S&P 500 gains in 2023 were driven by the Magnificent Seven either as key drivers or beneficiaries of AI acceleration. This program is not just about scaling innovation but also about equipping startups to compete in a high-growth market where the stakes—and the rewards—are higher than ever. Our collaboration with Siemens offers startups a unique launchpad to redefine the aerospace and defense industry.”

“As the aerospace and defense sector continues to mature its digital transformation, the role of AI in solving high-stakes challenges is expanding rapidly. If the impact AI will have on the A&D industry could be measured by a 12 hour clock, right now we are at 5 seconds,” said Todd Tuthill, vice president of the aerospace and defense industry at Siemens Digital Industries Software. “The Flywheel program is designed to help startups break through barriers to market entry and deliver scalable solutions that address these urgent needs and move the industry well beyond the first 5 seconds.”

Cultivating AI and Agentic AI to Reshape the Industry

The program focuses on startups developing agentic AI solutions—systems that go beyond automation by thinking, learning, and acting autonomously in complex, real-time environments. These technologies are poised to revolutionize operations across the Aerospace and Defense supply-chain.

These innovations, Siemens aims to position its partners at the forefront of a rapidly evolving market.

Unrivalled Resources for Scaling Innovation

The Flywheel Program offers startups an accelerated pathway to success, with access to:

  • Expert Guidance & Support: Leveraging of Siemens’ industry expertise to reduce operational and technical risks, increasing the confidence of customers in your solution.
  • Cutting Edge Tools & Infrastructure: Use of software from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software, enabling streamlined product development and validation.
  • Exclusive Collaboration Networks: Exposure to Siemens’ extensive ecosystem of partners, enabling fast-tracked market engagement and fostering strategic collaborations with other forward-thinking ventures.

These resources help startups quickly create, validate, and launch technologies that meet industry demands, giving them an advantage in gaining market share.

About Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software provides comprehensive solutions for digital transformation, offering software and services that enable companies to improve product design, manufacturing, and operational processes. It serves a wide range of industries including automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery, electronics, and consumer products. Siemens Digital Industries Software has contributed towards innovation in manufacturing and product lifecycle management (PLM). The company is headquartered in Plano, TX, and is part of Siemens AG.

Source: Siemens

Graphisoft Signs Open BIM (Hong Kong) to Sell, Support Archicad

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Joydeep Kar
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Hong Kong, Jan 30, 2025 – Graphisoft has announced a partnership with Open BIM (Hong Kong) Ltd. The collaboration represents a pivotal step for Graphisoft in ensuring support and cutting-edge BIM solutions for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Open BIM (Hong Kong) will be the authorized distributor for Graphisoft products and services in Hong Kong, ensuring streamlined access and comprehensive support for customers seeking advanced AEC solutions. The partnership will provide AEC firms in Hong Kong with resources and support to boost project efficiency, strengthen teamwork, and encourage innovation in the built environment.

Graphisoft’s flagship product is the award-winning Archicad. Archicad offers tools and an easy-to-use interface, helping users design projects of all sizes efficiently. With built-in design documentation, one-click publishing, photo-realistic rendering, and advanced analysis features, Archicad allows architects to focus on designing exceptional buildings.

“Partnering with Open BIM (Hong Kong) Limited underscores our commitment to delivering top-tier BIM solutions and support tailored to the unique needs of the Hong Kong market,” said Robert Samuel, APAC partner sales director, Graphisoft Asia. “Together, we are poised to offer unparalleled value to our customers and strengthen Graphisoft’s presence in the AEC space.”

Open BIM (Hong Kong) Ltd., is redefining the landscape with its innovative and open approach to BIM in Hong Kong. As the authorized distributor of Nemetschek Group solutions, including Allplan, Bluebeam, dTwin, Graphisoft, Solibri, and Spacewell in Hong Kong, Open BIM (Hong Kong) Limited stands out with its unique strengths and commitment to delivering exceptional value to the AEC sector in Hong Kong.

“Our collaboration with Graphisoft Asia marks a significant step toward advancing Open BIM solutions in Hong Kong. By integrating our expertise and project delivery experience with Graphisoft’s cutting-edge solutions, we are poised to revolutionize how projects are planned, built, and managed. This partnership underlines our shared commitment to fostering innovation, efficiency, and sustainability within the built environment,” said Joshua So, senior product marketing manager of Open BIM (Hong Kong).

About Graphisoft

Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, Graphisoft is a leading developer of BIM software solutions for the AEC industry. Its flagship product, Archicad, offers comprehensive 2D and 3D drafting, visualization, and documentation capabilities, enabling professionals to design and deliver high-quality building projects efficiently. Over its four-decade history, Graphisoft has expanded its product portfolio to include tools like BIMcloud for real-time collaboration and BIMx for project presentation. As a subsidiary of the Nemetschek Group, Graphisoft continues to innovate in the AEC sector. As of November 2024, Graphisoft employs approximately 900 people across six continents, including Europe, North America, and Asia. The company’s estimated annual revenue is around $142 million.

About OpenBIM

Open BIM (Hong Kong) Limited, founded in 2024, is based in Hong Kong and focuses on providing BIM solutions using open standards. The company serves the AEC sectors with products such as Allplan, Graphisoft, D5 Render, BricsCAD, Revizto, and Solibri. These tools are designed to improve design accuracy and teamwork across projects. By supporting open BIM standards, the company helps ensure clear communication between all parties involved in construction.

Source: Graphisoft

Siemens Boosts Automotive, Aerospace Simulation with Simcenter Updates

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Joydeep Kar
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PLANO, TX, Jan 29, 2025 – Siemens Digital Industries Software announced the latest update to its Simcenter portfolio, delivering advancements in aerostructure analysis, electric motor design, gear optimization, and smart virtual sensing. The enhancements are designed to streamline workflows, accelerate certification, and provide deeper insights into system performance.

The latest updates to Siemens’ Simcenter portfolio deliver advances in aerostructure analysis, electric motor design, gear optimization, and smart virtual sensing. Photo: Siemens

“These updates empower engineers to meet the evolving challenges of electrification and advanced air mobility,” said Jean-Claude Ercolanelli, senior vice president, simulation and test solutions, Siemens Digital Industries Software. “We’re delivering tools that drive innovation, improve efficiency and support a more sustainable and connected future. Our Simcenter portfolio is transforming engineering simulation.”

Key updates and benefits:

Integrated Aerostructure Analysis: Simcenter automates the creation of free-body diagrams and margin of safety (MoS) calculations, accelerating certification schedules by 20 percent. Engineers can now evaluate load paths across aircraft models and perform full-envelope MoS analysis without the need for costly in-house tools.

Simcenter automates the creation of free-body diagrams and margin of safety (MoS) calculations, accelerating certification schedules by 20 percent. Photo: Siemens

Axial flux motor simulation: Simcenter enables faster design and simulation of compact, high-power-density motors. Engineers can quickly create lightweight designs using Siemens’ Simcenter E-Machine design software, then transition seamlessly to 3D simulations in Siemens’ Simcenter 3D software for comprehensive electromagnetic, thermal and mechanical performance assessments.

Simcenter enables design and simulation of axial flux motors in a single workflow. Photo: Siemens

Gear Design Optimization: Simcenter introduces lightweight gear blank parameterization and an optimization framework to improve gearbox noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) performance. These tools help reduce late-stage design changes and streamline the development cycle.

Simcenter introduces lightweight gear blank parameterization and an optimization framework to improve gearbox noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) performance. Photo: Siemens

Extended Smart Virtual Sensing: Simcenter expands capabilities to include rigid body motion sensors and damage assessment tools, providing insights into the durability and remaining useful life of machines even in challenging test environments.

Simulation efficiency and collaboration: Speeds up additive manufacturing simulations by a factor 200 percent with voxel mesh improvements and enhances collaboration with centralized model data and streamlined load and boundary condition transfers.

Speeds up additive manufacturing simulations by a factor of 200 percent with voxel mesh improvements and enhances collaboration. Photo: Siemens

About Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software provides comprehensive solutions for digital transformation, offering software and services that enable companies to improve product design, manufacturing, and operational processes. It serves a wide range of industries including automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery, electronics, and consumer products. Siemens Digital Industries Software has contributed towards innovation in manufacturing and product lifecycle management (PLM). The company is headquartered in Plano, TX, and is part of Siemens AG.

Source: Siemens

David Lorenzo Retires, Shawn Lindsay Takes Over as ITC President

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Joydeep Kar
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Image: IntelliCAD

PORTLAND, OR, Jan 29, 2025 – The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC) has announced the planned retirement of ITC President David Lorenzo and the election of Shawn Lindsay as ITC President, effective Feb 1, 2025.

David Lorenzo began working with CAD in the early 1980s. In 1986, after partnering with KETIV Technologies, Lorenzo played a pivotal role in transforming the company into a leading Autodesk AutoCAD reseller in North America. As vice president of KETIV’s software development, Lorenzo spearheaded the development of ArchT, BIM application for AutoCAD.

Sean Lindsay. Photo: LinkedIn

David Lorenzo. Photo: LinkedIn

Transition Plan

Lorenzo expressed his confidence in Shawn Lindsay, who has served as the ITC’s lead attorney for over 22 years, “Shawn’s exceptional legal expertise, deep institutional knowledge of the ITC and CAD industry, strong board connections, and collaborative leadership skills uniquely position him to effectively guide the ITC. I am confident Shawn will elevate the ITC to new heights, continue the ITC’s collaborative mission, and safeguard IntelliCAD as an alternative development platform for future generations.”

Vitor Neves, chair of the ITC’s board emphasized upon Lindsay’s abilities, “Not only has Shawn effectively served as the ITC’s legal counsel for decades, he has also served as an Oregon legislator, which demonstrates his capacity to foster collaboration amongst diverse stakeholders. The unanimous election of Shawn underscores the ITC Board of Directors’ confidence in his leadership as the incoming president.”

Shawn Lindsay stated, “I am honored to build upon the strong foundation Dave established at the ITC. His leadership has created a strong CAD platform and collective culture that serves as the bedrock for our members’ success. Collaborating with Jason Poitras and our talented team, we will continue to advance our technology while strengthening our member relationships and market presence.”

About The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium

The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC), established in 1999, is a non-profit organization headquartered in Portland, Oregon, USA. It develops the IntelliCAD engine and development platform, offering a cost-effective alternative to proprietary CAD software. ITC licenses its technology to member companies, enabling them to create and distribute their own CAD solutions. The consortium serves industries such as architecture, engineering, construction, and manufacturing, providing tools for 2D and 3D design, drafting, and modeling. ITC operates on a cooperative model, with members contributing to shared development costs. This approach allows ITC to offer a comprehensive CAD platform without the high costs associated with traditional proprietary software.

Source: IntelliCAD

Keysight Launches LPDDR6 Test Suite for AI and Edge Computing

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Joydeep Kar
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SANTA ROSA, CA, Jan 29, 2025 – Keysight Technologies has announced the Low-Power Double Data Rate 6 (LPDDR6) design and test solution, a complete design and test solution to support the next technology wave for memory systems. The solution improves device and system validation, providing new test automation tools necessary for advancing AI, especially in mobile and edge devices.

Keysight comprehensive LPDDR6 test solution including UXR0334B 33 GHz real-time oscilloscope and high-performance BERT M8040A. Multiple configurations are available to suit customer needs depending on the use case and performance needs. Image: Business Wire

The memory market is evolving due to the rising demand for high-performance computing, AI, and energy-efficient mobile applications. LPDDR6 enhances performance and efficiency to support next-generation compute system requirements, making it a crucial upgrade for contemporary devices.

Test complexity has increased with the use of next-gen memory devices like LPDDR6, HBM4, and GDDR7. These technologies require precise testing methods to ensure they perform reliably. Balancing faster test times with accurate results remains a key challenge.

Keysight’s complete workflow solution consists of transmitter and receiver test applications and the Advanced Design System (ADS) Memory Designer workflow solution. The LPDDR6 test solution can be paired with Keysight EDA software and the Keysight Memory Designer bundle to achieve faster design confidence from simulation to verification and test. The LPDDR6 test automation solution is based on Keysight’s UXR oscilloscope and high-performance M8040A Bit Error Ratio Tester.

LPDDR6 is expected to influence more than just mobile devices. Its mix of high performance and power efficiency makes it suitable for AI and machine learning applications, digital computing, automotive technology, data centers, and other edge applications. These areas demand a careful balance between processing speed and power consumption.

Key Benefits of Keysight’s LPDDR6 Test Solution:

Accelerate Time-to-Market with Advanced Transmitter Testing

  • Reduce validation time with automated compliance testing and characterization
  • Capture measurements using industry-leading low-noise technology
  • Debug design issues with streamlined data analysis tools
  • Analyze device BER performance with extrapolated eye mask margin testing
  • Achieve signal measurements directly from BGA packages with de-embedding capabilities

Optimize Device Performance with Comprehensive Receiver Testing

  • Validate designs using proven Bit Error Ratio testing methodology
  • Pinpoint performance issues by testing against multiple jitter, crosstalk, and noise scenarios
  • Maximize signal integrity through BER analysis and receiver equalization optimization
  • Ensure interoperability with both device and host controller validation

Deliver Next-Generation Memory Solutions

  • Enable faster user experiences with data rates support
  • Extend battery life and reduce power consumption in mobile and data center applications
  • Build more products with enhanced data integrity and system stability features

Dr. Joachim Peerlings, vice president and general manager, network and datacenter solutions, Keysight, said, “As a leader in memory design and test solutions, Keysight continues to collaborate with JEDEC to develop the LPDDR6 standard. This new LPDDR6 standard is set to revolutionize the market, offering unprecedented speed, efficiency, and reliability, enabling the industry’s AI Edge rollout. As the deployment and use of next-generation memory devices are growing, Keysight has achieved a significant milestone in enabling faster time to market for LPDDR6 memory designs.”

About Keysight Technologies

Keysight Technologies, established in 2014 as a spin-off from Agilent Technologies, is a leading provider of electronic design and test solutions. Headquartered in Santa Rosa, California, the company offers a portfolio of hardware and software products, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and electronic design automation (EDA) software. The solutions serve industries, such as telecommunications, aerospace and defense, automotive, energy, semiconductor, and general electronics. As of 2024, Keysight employs approximately 15,500 people and reported annual revenue of $5.0 billion. The company’s global presence spans the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific, supporting over 30,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Keysight is known for driving innovation, with over 3,800 patents and a focus on research and development.

Source: Keysight

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