➀ The 11th Industrial Working Group event by Fraunhofer IDMT and Hochschule Emden/Leer focused on speech interaction and AI in manufacturing, featuring discussions on digital shopfloor management and aircraft production applications.

➁ Airbus showcased voice-based systems to optimize workflows, while Deloitte highlighted efficiency gains from speech-driven data utilization, emphasizing proactive problem-solving and resource optimization.

➂ Fraunhofer IDMT presented AI-driven speech solutions like LLMs for industrial use, alongside workshops on predictive maintenance, smart hearing protection, and acoustic process management to advance Industry 5.0.

➀ Fraunhofer IOSB introduces the concept of 'data space workshops,' aiming to assist SMEs in rapidly and securely building industrial data ecosystems aligned with initiatives like Manufacturing-X;

➀ The workshops integrate real-world production environments, standardized IT/OT infrastructure, open data platforms, and AI engineering to enable collaborative testing of use cases (e.g., predictive maintenance, CO₂ footprint tracking);

➂ The initiative leverages Fraunhofer's expertise in Industry 4.0 standards, cybersecurity, and partnerships (e.g., Catena-X, IDSA) to accelerate practical implementation of secure and scalable data spaces.

➀ Guides users to build a portable Raspberry Pi Zero webcam system using a mobile hotspot for global live streaming and motion detection;

➁ Leverages open-source Motion software for low-resource video processing and ZeroTier VPN for secure internet access without router configurations;

➂ Provides hardware setup instructions and software configuration steps for dual functionality as a surveillance device with timestamped recordings.

➀ The EPSILON project, led by Fraunhofer HHI, combines VR technologies and wearable sensors to objectively diagnose and differentiate Post-COVID symptoms like cognitive deficits and fatigue;

➁ Data from VR-based cognitive tests, smartwatches, and psychological assessments is analyzed via AI algorithms on a web-based platform to create a multimodal model for personalized treatment plans;

➂ The project aims to ease strain on healthcare systems by providing real-time diagnostic insights for clinicians and patients, with future applications in other medical conditions like Rett syndrome.

➀ The EPSILON project, coordinated by Fraunhofer HHI, employs VR technology and wearable sensors to objectively diagnose and differentiate Post-COVID symptoms like cognitive deficits and fatigue;

➁ Data from VR-based cognitive tests, physiological sensors, and digital psychological assessments are integrated into a web-based AI platform for real-time analysis and visualization, aiding personalized treatment;

➂ The developed tools aim to provide a scalable diagnostic framework, with future applications planned for rare diseases such as Rett syndrome.

➀ Fraunhofer EMI, with partners, develops simulation software (VC BlastProtect) to predict fragmentation flight and underground shock waves from WWII bomb detonations, improving safety assessments.

➁ The software integrates 3D city models and dynamic soil behavior analysis to refine evacuation zones and evaluate impacts on underground infrastructure like pipelines and tunnels.

➂ Validation via large-scale tests in Germany demonstrated reduced damage risks, aiding explosive disposal teams in optimizing damping measures and minimizing evacuation ranges.

➀ Fraunhofer EMI and partners are developing simulation software (VC BlastProtect) to model shrapnel dispersion and underground pressure waves from WWII bomb detonations;

➁ The software aims to optimize evacuation zones and assess risks to underground infrastructure, incorporating damping measures like sand/water covers;

➂ Validation experiments in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern demonstrated the accuracy of models in predicting blast effects, aiding bomb disposal teams in damage mitigation planning.

➀ The article provides a step-by-step guide to building a flight tracker using a Raspberry Pi and an SDR receiver, leveraging ADS-B signals from aircraft;

➀ It details configuring software like FlightRadar24 or OpenSky to decode flight data and display real-time tracking via web interfaces;

➂ The setup involves antenna optimization, signal filtering, and sharing flight data with global networks for enhanced coverage and accuracy.

➀ DesignSpark PCB is a free, professional-grade tool enabling seamless circuit design to PCB layout, catering to engineers, educators, and hobbyists alike;

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➀ The TranSphere project at Kempten University's IFM aims to create a mixed-reality platform that integrates real-world and virtual testing environments to revolutionize automated vehicle development.

➀ Focused on four key scenarios (Track Testing, Test Bed, Driving Simulator, and Scenario Networking), the initiative seeks to accelerate development cycles, enhance safety, and reduce resource consumption.

➂ Funded by the European Regional Development Fund (EFRE) until 2028, the project involves collaboration with industrial partners in simulation, robotics, and homologation to strengthen Europe’s automotive industry and address skilled labor shortages.

➀ CircuitMaker is a free PCB design tool offering professional features like 16-layer support, 3D visualization, and collaborative cloud-based workflows, powered by Altium's engine;

➁ The 2.3.0 update introduced KiCAD/P-CAD import, Nexar API component search, and integration with Autodesk Fusion 360 via Altium CoDesigner;

➂ While praised for accessibility and community focus, it lacks local file storage and has limited compatibility with non-Altium formats.

➀ The Biointelligence Summit in Stuttgart featured the debut of the CL1 neuron-based computer by Cortical Labs, highlighting synthetic biological intelligence through real-time neuron interaction with a Ping-Pong game;

➁ Yokogawa Insilico Biotechnology presented hybrid digital twins for bioprocess optimization, combining mechanistic models and machine learning to enhance biopharmaceutical production efficiency;

➂ Discussions addressed fostering startups in biointelligence, with examples like BLUU Seafood's cell-based fish and The Cultivated B's bioreactor platform for scalable biomanufacturing.

➀ LibrePCB is a free, open-source EDA tool integrating schematic design, PCB layout, and manufacturing file export, tailored for makers, students, and small teams;

➁ Key features include a modular library system, real-time design rule checks, cross-platform compatibility, and direct manufacturing integration, with version 1.3.0 offering enhanced KiCad compatibility and HTML BOM exports;

➂ Fully licensed under GNU GPLv3 with no hidden costs, it prioritizes accessibility and community-driven development, with major UI and functionality upgrades planned for LibrePCB 2.0.

➀ Researchers developed probabilistic computing using voltage-controlled magnetic tunnel junctions (V-MTJs) to generate random bits for solving complex computational problems;

➁ The system combines digital CMOS circuitry with V-MTJs, enabling efficient solutions for optimization and integer factorization tasks that challenge traditional computers;

➂ The design operates digitally, eliminates analog converters, and is compatible with standard CMOS processes, paving the way for scalable probabilistic computers.

➀ Fraunhofer IDMT introduces an AI-driven acoustic monitoring system using hydrophones and machine learning to optimize aquaculture efficiency and sustainability;

➁ The system detects pump/ventilation failures in real-time, preventing operational losses and enhancing animal welfare in fish farms;

➂ Acoustic analysis also tracks fish behavior and feeding patterns to reduce overfeeding, lower environmental impact, and cut costs.

➀ A cyberattack on Collins Aerospace's cMUSE platform disrupted automated check-in systems across major European airports, forcing manual processing;

➁ Airports like Heathrow and Brussels faced significant flight cancellations and delays, with critical infrastructure vulnerabilities exposed;

➂ The incident highlights the urgency of implementing EU's NIS2 cybersecurity directives for aviation IT suppliers.

➀ Flyoobe bypasses Microsoft's hardware restrictions to install Windows 11 on unsupported devices like a 10-year-old Lenovo X220;

➁ The tool allows deep customization: stripping AI components (Copilot/Outlook/Teams), removing bloatware, optimizing performance, and installing essential apps;

➂ Extended functionality includes driver management, system cleanup via PowerShell scripts, and a modular extension system for ongoing maintenance.

➀ Amazon Web Services (AWS) demonstrates a method to implement Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) Hybrid Nodes using Raspberry Pi 5 for edge workloads;

➁ The architecture involves a cloud-based VPC with an EC2 instance acting as a VPN gateway, establishing a secure WireGuard tunnel to Raspberry Pi devices for cluster communication;

➂ Raspberry Pi nodes integrate with the EKS control plane via AWS Systems Manager, functioning as standard worker nodes despite running on decentralized hardware.

➀ The Q2 enterprise WLAN market grew 13.2% YoY to $2.6 billion, driven by Wi-Fi 6E/7 adoption, which expanded bandwidth in the 6 GHz band;

➁ Wi-Fi 7 accounted for 21.2% of dependent AP revenues (up from 11.8% last quarter), while regional growth varied (Americas +17%, China -6.6%);

➂ Cisco led with 37.8% market share, followed by HPE Aruba, Ubiquiti, Huawei, and Juniper, with HPE finalizing its Juniper acquisition in July 2025.