The Third Angle
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Best Business Podcast (Gold), British Podcast Awards 2023
How do you build a fully electric motorcycle with no compromises on performance? How can we truly experience what the virtual world feels like? What does it take to design the first commercially available flying car? And how do you build a lightsaber? These are some of the questions this podcast answers as we share the moments where digital transforms physical, and meet the brilliant minds behind some of the most innovative products around the world - each powered by PTC technology.
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“We are at the forefront of innovation.”In this episode of Third Angle, we’re heading over to Gröbenzell to explore hydrokinetic power generation with Energyminer. The Energyfish is a crucial part of Energyminer's offering, providing turnkey power plants composed of schools of Energyfish, which harness river currents to produce sustainable energy 24 hours a day, all without disrupting aquatic ecosystems.We spoke to Chantel Niebuhr, CTO of Energyminer, about the development of innovative techn...
“When those rockets light, the air just vibrates. You feel the sound permeating your body in waves… It’s magical.”NASA has been pushing the boundaries of space exploration for decades, and today, the Artemis program is the next giant leap. With a mission to return humans to the moon and venture even further into space, NASA is embracing cutting-edge digital engineering to make this vision a reality.In this episode, NASA give us very special access behind the scenes at Kennedy Space Center. Me...
“We’re creating a whole new market of active mobility.”In this episode of Third Angle, we’re taking a trip to the French Alps to learn all about the future of one of the newest forms of transport - a visionary, chainless vehicle with an advanced pedaling system. Carlos Torres, Co-Founder and Head of Design at CIXI, Nicolas Ohlmann, Co-Founder and Chief Technical Officer and Fabien Ronzani, Engineer show us how the team is redefining active mobility and creating a new world where they want eve...
“Our vision is to be a fast track developer of advanced mobility products.”In this episode of Third Angle, we take a guided tour of the YCOM HQ, a leader in motorsports engineering and lightweight composites. Join us as we explore how founder Nicola Scimeca is changing the automotive industry, overseeing every aspect from concept to completion.Discover how YCOM pioneered the world's first fleet of racing e-scooters for the Electric Scooter Championship (ESC) and learn about their unique appro...
“The Dallara Stradale is the last of its kind”In this episode of the Third Angle, we head to Italy’s Motor Valley to explore the engineering prowess of Dallara, the legendary manufacturer behind some of the most advanced racing cars in the world. Our host Paul Haimes, meets with Andrea Pontremoli, CEO of Dallara, and two members of his team - Luca Pignacca and Daniele Guarnaccia to reveal the story behind the Dallara Stradale, a car that takes Formula car technology to the next level.The Stra...
“An automotive interior that looks like it’s been plucked out of the finest British coachbuilt cars”In this episode of Third Angle, we explore the future of personal aviation with Hill Helicopters, a company aiming to redefine the helicopter industry with their groundbreaking designs. Discover how they combine sleek, luxury design with cutting-edge technology to create helicopters that are not only beautiful but incredibly easy to fly. Hill Helicopters’ ambition is to become the “Aston Martin...
“KTM X-BOW has always had ready to race in the DNA”In this episode of Third Angle, we go behind the scenes at KTM, an Austrian manufacturer at the forefront of racing excellence. Their X-BOW series is a sports car which contains all of the innovation and design features of a modern racing car.Join us as we learn all about the X-BOW, with its iconic jet fighter canopy, five-cylinder engine, removable steering wheel and carbon fibre monocoque. The cars are manufactured in Austria by hand, with ...
“We consider the whole life of the product when we design it”In this episode of Third Angle, we explore the world of agricultural robotics with Muddy Machines, a pioneering company tackling the challenges of modern farming. Join us as we learn all about how Muddy Machines' innovative robot, Sprout, is improving asparagus harvesting. Design engineer James Fraser gives us an inside look at the sustainable technology that’s reducing soil damage, cutting emissions, and addressing labor short...
Looking back: Products that are changing the lives of everyday peopleA special episode highlighting outstanding companies making significant improvements to our everyday lives. From enhancing experiences for the deafblind community to changing the way we rest for a refreshed and ready start to the day. We highlight the innovative and creative efforts making the world a better place, one product at a time.Feeling inspired after listening to this? Listen back to all of our episodes on the PTC w...
“Here we bring magic to life.”In this episode, we’re taken into the enchanting world of Hasbro, a toy and games company. Guided by Chris Whipple, Senior Design Engineer and Justin Pringle, a creative force behind the beloved brands such as Potato Head and Furby. In Rhode Island we uncover the magic behind some of the most iconic toys ever created.We hear about a pivotal moment in toy history during the 1970s and 1980s, highlighting how story-driven play became a major trend and we explore the...
“We’re working on new endoscopes which are so small that they can go into the brain or heart.”In this episode of Third Angle, we explore the world of NanoVoxel, a pioneering company at the forefront of 3D printing innovation. Discover how their advanced technology is transforming micro-manufacturing, from creating intricate micro-parts to prototyping and mass production for those working in the medical world and tech sector.Founder, Domenico Foglia also talks us through the intricacies of cre...
“We’re trying to be the most environmentally friendly option for power production.”In this episode we're catching the wave - literally - with CorPower Ocean, the trailblazers of wave power technology. Join us as we explore how this pioneering company is leading the way with a carbon-free solution that balances supply and demand more efficiently, requiring less generation capacity, storage, and grid infrastructure. Engineers, Jacob Ljungbäck and Antoine Bonel take us into their world of w...
“By getting a bike I saved 26 days a year in commuting time.”In this episode, we place a magnifying glass on the electrifying world of motorcycles, featuring the innovative Maeving Motorcycle Company and their latest model, the Maeving RM1S. The design takes inspiration from the 1920s and the café racer era of the 1960s and 70s.We take a peak at where all the magic happens with Seb Inglis-Jones, co-founder of Maeving. He tells us all about the importance of the batteries being removable - pro...
“We want to make sure that we’re really leading from a sustainability agenda.”Explore Marks & Spencer’s 100 year journey from essential retailer to fashion icon and hear how they’ve embraced sustainability and tech - revolutionizing the industry. From its inception, M&S has evolved beyond merely selling life’s essentials to becoming synonymous with quality and sustainability in clothing. In this episode, we hear from Richard Price, Managing Director of Clothing, Home and Beauty, ...
“If people could do more with their lives because they’re getting better sleep, that's hugely impactful.”Eight Sleep is at the forefront of transforming the way we rest - come on a journey with us as we delve into this new sleep technology with their latest innovation, the Pod 4 Ultra. The new AI generated mattress can regulate your temperature, detect and prevent snoring and, reminiscent of a reclining chair, it can adjust to alter your body position. In this episode, we’re taken on a t...
1“FarmBot will be the best farmer for any crop and any location at any time of year”Welcome to the world of FarmBot where technology meets agriculture. Have you ever imagined what it would be like gardening without getting your boots stuck in the mud? Introducing…FarmBot! This robotic tech can plant, water and nurture your crops until harvest - all through the use of a savvy app - with just one click.In this episode, we’re in California to meet Rory Aronson, founder of FarmBot - who shares how...
“You may wonder what kind of vehicle is next for Club Car, but the answer is that the future is here, the future is now.”Known for its brand of gold carts, Club Car is at the forefront of electric vehicle innovation, reinventing utility vehicles that work just about anywhere you can think of. They're all about designing vehicles that are fun, practical and of course eco-friendly, and you can spot their rides zooming around golf courses, resorts, farms and even college campuses.In this episode...
“Her favourite show used to be Friends, and growing up she could hear it and she could read the captions, and it was so exciting for her that she could get that moment back.”In the modern world, we have an abundance of technology that helps us with our communication, information gathering, and entertainment needs. But most of this is inaccessible for DeafBlind individuals whose primary language is tactile sign. It can be difficult for them to access news headlines, or to even find out what th...
“What the water rig is at its core is a mobile water treatment technology, and it dramatically changed the lives of the people living on that site.”Having clean, drinkable water is essential for everyone, no matter where they are. For some on-site workers on remote oil and gas drilling sites, this means transporting in large amounts of bottled water. The result is a large amount of plastic waste from the bottles and air pollution from the extra traffic.WaterFleet provides an alternative solut...
“We try to test new things… our solar cells that we used 5 years ago are now the solar cells on your roof.”In 2004, a group of Belgian engineering students built a solar car to compete in the World Solar Challenge, a 3021km endurance race through the Australian Outback. Twenty years later, the Innoptus Solar team is still going strong, with new students coming together to build new solar racing cars. They are sponsored by PTC Partner Innoptus (part of the 4ITEGO Group) and take part in races ...
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