This is part two of the “From Demo to Done: Engineering Hardware That Actually Ships” series discussing some key high-level challenges of the hardware product development process and how to… Read More
There are many companies exploring AI in mechanical design in 2026. Before we jump into generative design, let’s first acknowledge that AI can help with many aspects of the design… Read More
One of the most exciting parts of Hardware FYI’s Kinetic conference was the set of presentations from companies building AI tools for hardware development. Here are some of the key… Read More
I recently attended RoboBusiness 2025, a gathering of robotics innovators, engineers, and industry leaders focused on the latest advances in AI, automation, and robotic technologies. The event offered a unique… Read More
With the amount of attention given to robotics, humanoids, and physical AI, there are many new entrants and startups in the field. They often have great, even industry-changing ideas, but… Read More
The last full week of September 2025 I attended the FOCUS conference in Seattle put on by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3). This conference was all about the latest… Read More
I recently attended the A3 Humanoid Robot Forum in Seattle, where industry leaders, innovators, and investors gathered to discuss the rapidly evolving field of humanoid robotics. While the headlines often… Read More
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly proving its value in electrical engineering by automating repetitive tasks, improving efficiency, and providing quick access to relevant data. Another strength is its ability to… Read More
If you are a first-time entrepreneur developing a robotics solution, the only thing Tony Stark had that you likely don’t is a bottomless pit of money to fund your innovations…. Read More
We recently returned from the 2025 Robotics Summit and Expo in Boston, MA. The event brings together over 5,000 developers focused on building robots for manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, aerospace, defense,… Read More
Software: Design Complete
Hardware: Pre-production units for design verification
MFG. Readiness: CM schedule and budget, Unit build tracking
Software: Full feature implementationHardware: Prototype 2 units with production-representative materials and processes
Quality: Build Quality PlanSoftware: Core functionality implementationHardware: Prototype 1 units with rapid prototyped components
Quality: Critical manufacturing process identificationSoftware: Architecture design: block, sequence and state diagramsHardware: Major Component definition & Proof of Concept subsystems build
Quality: Design for Manufacturing tradeoffs evaluation