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The Third AngleSkarper: The Revolutionary E-Bike System That Fits in Your HandWhat if you could transform any standard bicycle into an e-bike in seconds, then switch back just as easily? That's the concept behind Skarper, a company based in Camden, North London, who have developed a groundbreaking clip-on disc drive system that is changing everything we know about e-bikes.Skarper co-founder Dr. Alastair Darwood wanted the power of an e-bike without the bulk and expense. But when Skarper was founded in 2020, there were literally no components on the market small enough to fit their vision. The team spent years designing and developing their own ultra-compact speed controller to...
2026-01-2920 min
The Third AngleGunboat: Engineering Luxury Catamarans That Sail Faster Than the WindWhat if you could build a yacht that combined the speed and efficiency of a racing craft with the grandeur of a floating villa? That was the vision founder Peter Johnstone brought to life when he launched Gunboat in 2002, creating an entirely new category of high-performance cruising catamaran. Gunboat's twin-hull design provides remarkable stability compared to traditional monohulls, allowing the deck to stay flat and maintain pace even in challenging sea conditions. Carbon fiber is used to construct the catamarans for extreme lightness and exceptional durability that lasts forever. The lightweight design isn’t just about speed, but...
2025-12-1619 min
The Third AngleARCA Dynamics: Mapping the Cosmos to Prevent Catastrophic Space CollisionsSpace is becoming dangerously crowded. With Goldman Sachs predicting 70,000 low Earth orbit satellites could launch in just the next five years, the risk of catastrophic collisions is escalating rapidly. Unlike cars or planes, satellites have no drivers on board to react in real-time, making precise orbital tracking absolutely essential. Enter ARCA Dynamics, who provide crucial space-based surveillance of orbiting objects.Discover how ARCA Dynamics uses satellites equipped with advanced cameras to observe other satellites and debris from space, providing crucial "state vectors". These state vectors are mathematical snapshots that pinpoint exactly where objects are and how fast...
2025-11-1925 min
The Third AngleSaga Robotics: Meet the Robots Making our Strawberries more SustainablePicture a farm where robots work through the night, eliminating disease without a single drop of chemicals. It sounds like science fiction, but it's already happening on strawberry farms across Britain and vineyards throughout California, thanks to a remarkable robot called Thorvald. Thorvald is an autonomous robot that uses UVC light as a preventative treatment for crop diseases.Thorvald's unique horseshoe design allows it to glide autonomously through polytunnels and vineyards at night, emitting precisely calibrated UVC light that damages mildew spores while leaving crops unharmed. The modular platform not only eliminates chemical use but also collects...
2025-10-2125 min
The Third AngleScalextric4Schools: Full Throttle Learning for the Engineers of the FutureWhat if the thrill of Formula One racing could inspire tomorrow's engineers? That's exactly what's happening with Scalextric4Schools, a nationwide initiative that's transforming how students engage with STEM subjects across the UK.The iconic slot car racing brand Scalextric is challenging secondary school students to design, build, and race their own cars. From aerodynamics to weight distribution analysis, students learn real-world engineering principles and experience the same technical challenges faced by professional Formula One teams. The program includes over 30 UK schools, with growing international interest from the US and Australia. Students use the same tools and...
2025-10-0116 min
The Third AngleRyvid: Electric Motorcycles Powering a Change in Urban TransportationWhat if your motorcycle wasn’t just electric, but designed to evolve with you? That’s the question Ryvid, a California-based electric vehicle startup, is answering with their bold new approach to urban mobility. Their modular, lightweight motorcycles are built not only for performance and style, but for sustainability across the full product lifecycle. The electric battery at the heart of the vehicle is swappable and can be easily detached to use as an off-grid power source. We traveled to Ryvid’s headquarters in Fountain Valley, California, to meet CEO and co-founder Dong Tran. Dong shares how Ryvid i...
2025-08-1917 min
The Third AngleMazak: The Machine Tools Powering Sustainable ManufacturingMazak Europe is part of the Yamazaki Mazak Corporation, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of CNC machine tools and laser cutting machines. These machines use ultra-precise multi-axis tools to shape the components used in everything from medical devices to Formula One cars. But Mazak’s focus is not just on performance, it is on sustainability, with a bold goal to halve its carbon footprint by 2030.We visit Mazak’s European headquarters in Worcester, UK to meet Engineering Manager Chris Johnson. He shares how the company is transforming its operations through it’s "Go Green" st...
2025-07-1516 min
The Third AngleRonna Medical: The Robotic System Transforming NeurosurgeryRonna Medical is an advanced technology company revolutionizing neurosurgery with advanced robotic systems. These robots assist in making surgeries such as biopsies more accurate, safe and efficient. The RONNA (short for Robotic Neuro-Navigation) robotic arm is controlled remotely by the surgeon and is able to make the surgeries more cost-effective and lead to better success rates and shorter recovery times for the patients. We travel to Ronna Medical’s headquarters in Zagrab, Croatia to meet co-founder Dr Bojan Sekoranja, a mechanical engineer with a PhD in robotics. He tells us more about the Ronna system and how it...
2025-04-2916 min
The Third AngleH55: The Spark Behind Sustainable Electric-Powered FlightH55 is a Swiss company pioneering electric propulsion systems for aircraft, from energy storage to battery management. Founded in 2017, they operate across Switzerland, Canada, and France. With roots in the groundbreaking Solar Impulse project, H55’s technology promises to help to decarbonize air transport. H55’s vision is for a cleaner, quieter, more efficient aviation industry.We head inside H55’s headquarters in Sion, Switzerland with co-founder Gregory Blatt. He tells us more about their B23 aircraft, a two-seater training aircraft powered by electric propulsion. Gregory also explains how PTC’s Codebeamer software allows H55 to ensure complian...
2025-04-1518 min
The Third AngleIIT: Flying Robots & The Future of Human-Machine CollaborationAt the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) in Genoa, humanoid robots are no longer just science fiction, they’re being developed for tasks such as assisting human workers in factories and even flying into disaster zones. Researchers are pushing the boundaries of robotics with innovations like ErgoCub, a robot designed to support industrial workers which can carry loads of up to 10kg, and iRonCub, a jet-powered robot built for emergency response.We head inside IIT’s robotics lab with Daniele Pucci, Head of Artificial and Mechanical Intelligence to say hello to some of the robots and explore how...
2025-03-1818 min
The Third AngleOpen Bionics: The hi-tech prosthetics turning disabilities into superpowersOpen Bionics is a UK-based company developing low-cost, 3D printed prosthetics designed to enhance people’s lives and display their creativity. Their products include the Hero Arm, a lightweight prosthetic arm, the Gauntlet, a partial hand prosthesis, and the Hero Flex, an activity arm. Rather than making prosthetics which attempt to look like real limbs, Open Bionics are unashamedly robotic. Their products are fully customisable and include designs from popular brands like Marvel and Disney.We head to the Open Bionics headquarters in Bristol, UK to talk to Chief Technology Officer Damian Axford. Damian walks us through th...
2025-02-0418 min
The Third AngleVivienne Westwood: Where Punk Spirit Meets Cutting-Edge TechnologyIconic British designer Dame Vivienne Westwood set up her fashion brand in the 1970s, reflecting the rebellious spirit of the era and embracing punk and counterculture. With a design record spanning over fifty years, Vivienne Westwood is now recognized as a global brand. Their motto is “buy less, choose well, make it last.” This sets them apart as pioneering a more sustainable form of fashion, discouraging the over-consumption which can be caused by following trends. We head to the Vivenne Westwood headquarters in Milan to talk to meet Giorgio Ravasio, the brand’s Country Manager for Italy. Giorgio...
2025-01-2116 min
The Third AngleThe Future of Gifts: The cutting-edge tech you could be gifting in 2025.In this special episode of Third Angle, we’re looking back at some of the innovative tech, toys and gadgets we have featured on the podcast. From model kits that contain life-like details of fighter jets, to ear buds with 360 degree spatialized sound, to top-of-the-range electronic keyboards, to interactive robotic toys, we are celebrating the future of gifting. We head to Copenhagen to talk to Morten Urup, the VP of Consumer Devices at communications company Jabra, then to the HQ of consumer electronics company Casio in Wembley, London to hear some beautiful music from their latest Privia ke...
2025-01-0720 min
The Third AngleEnergyminer: Transforming rivers into renewable energy sources“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 technology and how it aims to decentralise energy production for a cleaner future. With modular, fish-friendly turbines, Energyf...
2024-12-1015 min
The Third AngleNASA’s Next Giant Leap: The Tech Behind the Artemis Mission“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. Meet Terry Hill (NASA’s Digital Engineering Program Manager),Trish Nicoli (NASA’s Dig...
2024-11-2522 min
The Third AngleCIXI: Pedaling the future of transport“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 everyone to be physically active. They’re doing this through the use of the...
2024-11-0512 min
The Third AngleYCOM: Leading the way in high-performance e-scooter innovation“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 approach to product development, which involves rapid prototyping and collaboration with former MotoGP riders. Born in 2008, YCOM...
2024-10-1516 min
The Third AngleDallara: Engineering the future of motorsports“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 Stradale is no ordinary car - built with a fibe...
2024-10-0116 min
The Third AngleHill Helicopters: The Aston Martin of the Skies“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 of the skies,” making flying accessible to newcomers while maintaining top performance.Chairman and Chief Engineer, Jason Hill, takes us beh...
2024-09-1820 min
The Third AngleKTM X-BOW: The high-performance sports car racing into the future“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 only 100 cars made per year - plus they are...
2024-09-0317 min
The Third AngleMuddy Machines: The future of robotic harvesting“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 shortages in agriculture. Discover how automation is shaping the future of farming and what it takes to bring these v...
2024-08-2016 min
The Third AngleLooking back: Companies making changes to the lives of everyday peopleLooking 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 website or wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to the full T...
2024-08-0621 min
The Third AngleHasbro: a peek inside the toy chest“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 breakthrough release of Furby in 1998. Chris and Justin...
2024-07-2317 min
The Third AngleNanoVoxel: Taking tiny 3D printing to the next level“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 creating a Baby Yoda, the size of a grain of sand - only to be seen through an opt...
2024-07-0917 min
The Third AngleCorPower Ocean: Making Waves In Renewable Energy“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 wave energy and tell us all about this forward thinking company’s mission.Their innovative approach not only reduces th...
2024-06-2518 min
The Third AngleMaeving: Classic motorcycle style, modern innovation.“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 - providing riders with flexibility, having the freedom to charge whene...
2024-06-1119 min
The Third AngleMarks & Spencer: An exclusive look at their tech-powered transformation“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, who takes us on a tour of M&S Womenswear - from concept to shop floor. Venture with us into fabric r...
2024-05-2821 min
The Third AngleEight Sleep: The tech unlocking a better night’s sleep“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 tour of the Eight Sleep workshop space by technical program m...
2024-05-0818 min
The Third AngleFarmBot: A journey into digital gardening“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 this innovative device is reshapin...
2024-04-2318 min
The Third AngleClub Car: Shaping tomorrow’s mobility - where will it take us?“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, we meet Dan Dykstra, who takes us on an imme...
2024-04-0916 min
The Third AngleTatum Robotics: Hands-On Innovation for the DeafBlind Community“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 the weather will be like later on in the day. T...
2024-03-2618 min
The Third AngleWaterFleet: Creating drinking water where there is no drinking water!“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 solution. Their water treatment technology means that a mobile rig can be hook...
2024-03-1221 min
The Third AngleInnoptus Solar Team: How fast can you go in a race car powered by the sun?“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 all over the world.For the team, success is all...
2024-02-1322 min
The Third AngleVestas: How large can wind turbines get, and is bigger always better?“The technology challenges we are facing as an industry are not so much how do we grow the size of turbines, but how do we increase their efficiency at their current size.”Wind power is playing a huge role in the global renewable energy landscape. In the United States, electricity generation from wind power is on course to potentially surpass coal-fired electricity generation by 2026. Across Europe, this is already the case, with electricity generation from wind exceeding coal for the first time in the region in Q4 2023. Vestas Wind Systems, based in Denmark, are world leaders in wind...
2024-01-3019 min
The Third AngleVolvo Group: The augmented reality keeping first responders safe.“The rescue services need to know that the vehicle is safe to approach… with this app, we have a 3D view of each truck and this augmented reality view.”With many governments making commitments toward zero-emission targets, more and more of the trucks on our roads are becoming electric. Whilst good news for the environment, it can present challenges for emergency responders, who may not be familiar with how these types of trucks are built. In the event of an accident, emergency services need to be able to access vehicles safely, and potentially, rescue people trapped inside. This m...
2024-01-1522 min
The Third AngleLooking Back: The technology that’s tackling the climate crisisA special New Year listen back. Here on The Third Angle, we’ve highlighted stories from all over the globe about how companies have used PTC technology to design a greener future. From the architects using clever design to create low-energy use homes to the engineers revolutionising electric transport in Africa, we’ve heard from some inspiring people.In this episode, we’re taking a listen back to some of those stories.If this has left you wanting to know more, you can listen back to all of our episodes on the PTC website or wherev...
2024-01-0227 min
The Third AngleJabra: Designing the future of audio in 360 degreesDESCRIPTION“Spatialisation or 3D rendering of sound means that you get the feeling that you are pulling your speakers out of your ears… hearing the sound or music coming from around you instead. It is actually proven through various studies that that is a more natural way of listening. ”Jabra’s owner company GN is an audio and video communications technology company which was founded over 100 years ago to undertake the epic task of placing the first telephone line between China and Scandinavia. Since then they have continued to innovate in the area of commu...
2023-12-1220 min
The Third AngleInterview: Designing a Zero Waste Economy with Joe Illes from The Ellen MacArthur Foundation“Identify and eliminate waste and pollution at source, circulate products and materials at their highest value for as long as possible and regenerate natural systems. So, put back at least as much or more than you take out from the natural ecosystems on which we depend. And do all that by design.”This podcast is no stranger to innovation that drives positive change. We’ve met people who are making electric transport easily accessible in Africa and those using VR to enable medics to reach patients in disaster zones. But what if we could redesign the whole economy...
2023-11-2834 min
The Third AngleBAE Systems: Vision of the future for fighter pilots“What Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man sees, symbols overlaid on the real world, giving him all sorts of information in colour while he’s flying around at speed, that’s the kind of thing that Striker II does”When a fighter pilot is flying a high-speed jet, every second counts. In futuristic TV and movies we’ve got used to seeing pilots reading displays right in front of their eyes, think Iron Man and Top Gun. Well real life is catching up with the revolutionary Striker II Digital Helmet-Mounted Display made by BAE Systems. BAE Systems is...
2023-11-1420 minThe Third AngleVulcanForms: Laser focused on the production line of the future“Manufacturing is critical to our national security, our health and our ability to explore new worlds and advance the human condition... VulcanForms exists to move manufacturing forward and be a small piece, hopefully a very important piece, of that future.” VulcanForms is an MIT-born company that builds and operates advanced digital manufacturing infrastructure, founded in 2015. It’s named after Vulcan, the roman god of fire and metalworking. Why? Because the company has developed an innovative new way of manufacturing intricate metal parts on an industrial scale. They use metal additive manufacturing, a form of 3D printing to print e...
2023-10-3117 min
The Third AngleAMRC: The Robots Saving Lives in Danger Zones“Ultimately, we will be looking to save lives, I think, within one to two years that that would be a reality.”If you are injured in a disaster zone, it is critical that you receive medical care as urgently as possible. But what if the environment is not safe for medics to enter? Either because it is a war zone or because there are hazardous materials around? That’s where AMRC’s VR technology can help. The Advanced Medical Robotics Centre at the University of Sheffield, UK has created pioneering robotics technology to get medics into dif...
2023-10-1715 min
The Manufacturer PodcastWet Seats | 'Changing Perceptions' | VAR Rant!Howdy there listener,
In today's episode of The Manufacturer Podcast, we kick off with an interview taken from PTC LiveWorx 2023 in Boston. Paul Haimes discusses where the solutions lie for some of the world's big manufacturing problems.
We have a chat about upcoming content and current headlines, including a look ahead to an event being run at the end of October by Institute for Manufacturing (IfM) and Innovate UK's Made Smarter Programme.
For our big finish, Tom references a human augmenting tech project that...
2023-10-0636 min
The Third AngleRoam: Electrifying Africa’s mobility“We’re giving the opportunity for people to do a lot of technical work, that generally doesnt happen too often in Kenya”If you’ve been to East Africa you may be familiar with “boda bodas.” If not, they’re small taxi bikes, commonly used by couriers or to transport people. There are 1.2 million of them in Kenya alone, that’s a lot of combustion engines on the roads, and removing them is the problem that Roam Electric are helping to solveRoam was founded in 2017. They started out making electric safari vehicles (no surprise being located ri...
2023-10-0319 minThe Third AngleThe Third Angle - One Year of Inspiring MomentsFrom being inside ground control during mission launch at a space centre, to being pelted with virtual fireballs in virtual reality, to riding inside the electric vehicles revolutionising transport in Africa, the Third Angle podcast has taken us to some incredible places over the last 24 episodes. Here we look back at highlights of some of our most inspiring conversations with the people at the forefront of the future of engineering, all powered by PTC technology. If this has left you wanting to know more, you can listen back to all of our episodes on the...
2023-09-1924 min
The Third AngleTriumph Motorcycles: Iconic motorcycles which were the choice of Steve McQueen and James Bond“How can we make this so it physically works, but also how can we make it so that it looks amazing as well?”From James Bond to Mission Impossible to The Great Escape, chances are you have probably seen a Triumph motorcycle on the silver screen. Triumph’s most famous bikes are probably their iconic 1960s Bonneville range, but they make a wide range of classic, urban and adventure bikes, and also supply engines for racing bikes, with some models having even broken land-speed records. The company was founded in 1902 and they currently sell around 100,000 bikes each year a...
2023-09-0518 min
The Third AngleOX Delivers: The world first clean-transport ecosystem transforming lives in Rwanda“We believe that Africa shouldn’t be trailing behind the developing world in green initiatives, but that actually Africa is primed to lead the drive to green initiatives.”Around the world, over 3 billion people don’t have access to motorised transport. This means that farmers in emerging economies can struggle to get their produce to market. They might have to carry heavy loads long distances, or pay to rent a bike which isn’t suited to dangerous roads, all because they can’t afford to buy a truck. OX Delivers is working to change all this by allowing far...
2023-08-2219 min
The Third AngleDynisma: The ultra realistic driving simulators training F1’s biggest stars“There’s nothing really else out there that compares to this…. It’s the closest to real life you can get without actually going out on track in a car.“ Imagine being able to race round all the world’s top Formula One circuits and feel every bump and bit of understeer without actually having to travel anywhere. Or to be able to test drive a road car that hasn’t been built yet on the motorway. Dynisma creates driving simulators that make this possible. Founded by ex-F1 engineer Ash Warne, Dynisma develops incredibly realistic driving simulators for both motors...
2023-08-0820 min
The Third AngleCasio: The secrets behind making keyboards sound, and feel like the real thing!“It is different, it is unique, and people are not used to seeing a piano in this harmonious mustard colour.” Since the launch of the Casiotone keyboard in 1980, the electronic keyboard has become a popular addition to our homes. A more affordable and portable option to the classic piano, it opened up an exciting new era of musical expression to a generation of consumers. Although they started out making calculators and watches, they have since sold over 100 million musical instruments. Their latest model, the PX-S7000 in “harmonious mustard” from the Casio Privia range, is not only going down a s...
2023-07-2522 min
The Third AngleEducation in engineering: The Student who Built a Surgical Robot Arm“The project has definitely made me more curious about all the kinds of subjects I had to delve into for the project… also resilience, I think, is a big part of it.“Education is vital for inspiring the engineers of tomorrow. In this special episode of the podcast we ask: are we encouraging enough young people to go into engineering to meet the demand for innovation? We speak to Jordan Cox from PTC’s Education segment about the importance of inspiring the next generation to study STEM subjects, and how the company is supporting academia in creating the engi...
2023-07-1113 minThe Third AngleMid-Season Break: A message from host Paul HaimesThere is no new episode this week as we are taking a mid-season break, but we will be back on 11th July bringing you the story of how a student in Germany has created a fully independent robotic arm to perform knee replacement surgery. In the meantime, take the opportunity to look back at some of the most exciting advances in technology we have covered in our previous episodes, from visiting the architects making the buildings of the future, to speaking to the engineers making the machines that fight cancer.Earlier in 2022 we visited PAL-V...
2023-06-2702 min
The Third AngleAirfix: Modelling the Iconic British Spitfire with Incredible Accuracy“You see a photograph and you’d be hard pressed to say that’s a model… I can still get tricked.”Many of us will have nostalgic memories of building Airfix model kits of planes as a child. In the UK, the name 'Airfix' has become practically synonymous with plastic models of the iconic British WW2 fighter plane, the Spitfire. However, Airfix (and their parent company Hornby Hobbies) make model kits of a wide range of vehicles and aircraft, from sports cars to classic and modern jets, trains, tanks and even warships. Their models range in complexity all the way fr...
2023-06-1318 min
The Third AngleXenith: Football helmet technology that is changing the game for athletes.“The genesis of Xenith was basically: there’s gotta be a better way.” Athletes who play American Football regularly face high-impact tackles, the force of which can feel like being hit by a baby whale. As more research is being done into the potential effects of repeated head trauma on an athlete’s health, there is a renewed focus on safety measures in the sport being driven from the top down by the NFL.Xenith was founded in 2006 by Vin Ferrara, who had played college football as a quarterback and was interested in creating a new game...
2023-05-3017 min
The Third AngleWarehome: Designing the sustainable homes of the future."When it comes to creating a home… we’re creating future memories for people.”Did you know that buildings account for 39% of all global energy related carbon emissions? From the energy used in central heating to the materials used in their construction, our homes are a huge contributor to our carbon footprint. So how do we create sustainable homes for the future? Architectural firm Warehome, based in East London, is trying to answer that question. In this episode, Founder Joe Stuart tells us about how Warehome specialises in the German design approach “Passivhaus” and takes us on a tour...
2023-05-1622 min
The Third AngleRealWear: Assisted reality - saving time and lives on the frontline“A lot of people think about RealWear as giving superpowers to frontline workers.”Technology has become integrated into every aspect of the way we work. But what if you work in a job where your hands are tied doing other things, like operating machinery or climbing to the top of a radio tower? Checking an iPad, or dialling into Zoom becomes a little more challenging!And that’s where Assisted Reality and RealWear’s incredible suite of head wearables comes in. Realwear devices are easy to clip on to hard hats, baseball caps or PPE and prov...
2023-05-0221 min
The Third AngleWithings: Smart health-tech putting your health back in your hands“We’ve seen a drastic change in the medical landscape. We see that people have a switch in their relationship with their healthcare professionals.”Walking down the street, you’ll notice many people have swatched their classic Casio for something a little bit… Smarter. Interest in smart devices and wearable tech has grown rapidly since the pandemic, as our relationship with our health has changed and evolved.Withings is a company developing some of the most technically advanced health trackers on the market. But it’s not all about smartwatches and fitness straps - Withings’ smart scales a...
2023-04-1815 min
The Third AngleEVBox: Charging into an electric future“We’re extremely well positioned to make charging your car as easy as charging your laptop.”It wasn’t always easy owning an electric car, with the constant fear of running out of juice weighing on your mind. But those fears are fast vanishing, with unbelievable growth and innovation in charging technology. So as many countries prepare for a large-scale transition to electric, and with petrol and diesel cars soon to become a thing of the past, are we prepared for our electric future? Thanks to companies like EVBox, the future is bright. In this episode w...
2023-04-0417 min
The Third AngleRodin Carlin: The women set to make Formula 1 history“Females nowadays have to see it to believe it, and I never really had that. There wasn’t much female representation and now that’s improving - it’s such a positive time to be in motorsport.”You may not see women on the track racing in Formula 1 right now, but that’s all set to change. F1 Academy is a brand new all-female series which is helping women progress to new levels of competition. And in this episode we meet one of the women likely to make history.Abbi Pulling is racing in the F1 Acade...
2023-03-2113 min
The Third AngleOccuity: The future of health lies behind our eyes“We’re using the eye as a window to the health of the body. We’re developing solutions to some of humanity’s greatest healthcare challenges.”Our eyes contain a vast amount of information about our health, but they’re an untapped resource. Assessing the eye requires contact, and that can be uncomfortable and unsafe, so it’s often avoided. That’s why Occuity’s technology is game-changing.Their contactless handheld devices not only unlock the full power of the eye and open up a world of healthcare opportunities, but they’re also so easy to use that patients...
2023-03-0718 min
The Third Angleisento: A robot for every household“We are on the brink of a robotic revolution. In a few years it will be possible to have a [robot] that is a reasonable member of a family or household”The dream of robotics is to take on the mundane tasks of everyday life, so we can focus on what’s most important to us. And with developments in artificial intelligence happening at such a rapid pace, that future is drawing ever closer. So what’s needed to bring AI and robotics together in a way that’s truly transformational for humanity? When will we have our own Ro...
2023-02-2119 min
The Third AnglePAL-V: Flying cars become a reality“You’ll park it at your house, drive it to the nearest airstrip, unfold your vehicle, take-off, fly 500km, land again, and drive to your final destination.”Flying cars have long been the poster child for the future - a sign that we’ve reached an incredible milestone in technological advancement. But that vision of the future has been confined to science fiction for many decades - until now.PAL-V is building the world’s first road-legal flying car, and it’s extremely close to liftoff. The aim is to make general aviation practical for everyday mob...
2023-02-0718 min
The Third AngleD-Orbit: Revolutionising space transport for the future of humanity“Even on my 8th launch - still goosebumps. I mean, you realise that engineers can cry.”Satellites are an essential part of keeping our modern lives running, allowing us to navigate, connect and observe the world from a phenomenal vantage point. But when a satellite is launched into space, it can take many months to get into position in order to start its mission. That was until D-Orbit changed the game.Their satellite carrier ION optimises space operations by delivering satellites to their final destination in a matter of days, instead of months. D-Orbit is the...
2023-01-2420 min
The Third AngleCupra: The electric future of motorsport“Cupra is a brand born in the 21st century. We call ourselves unconventional challengers because we want to do things differently.”If you think electric motorsport lacks emotion, prepare for an awakening. The passion pouring out of Cupra’s head of racing, coupled with the incredible sounds recorded in the driving seat of their championship racing car will show you why electric racing is earning its place in the mainstream.Cupra Racing are pioneers in the field, developing the first ever electric touring racing car before there was even a race for them to compete in. Bu...
2023-01-1017 min
The Third AngleStannah: Home upgrades in augmented reality“We can explore the controls and function of the product, and look at the texture of the upholstery. And it really does allow the customer to see what their stairlift will look like within their home”.Our homes are sacred, and when we modify them or bring in new things, we want to know that the change will be seamless - that we’re still going to love the space we inhabit. This is especially true when you need a stairlift installed for the first time, a piece of equipment you may never have imagined would find a plac...
2022-12-1316 min
The Third AngleActronika: Touching the metaverse“The biggest organ in the human body is skin. Not addressing it is totally impossible in any type of metaverse, or parallel world, that you would like to emulate.”It’s not enough that we can see and hear the virtual world, to become truly immersed we need to feel it - to interact with all our senses. And that’s exactly what Actronika is doing with its haptics vest Skinetic. This incredible bit of kit recreates the sense of touch on your skin, using advanced technology to make your experience ultra-realistic. In this episode we meet A...
2022-11-2916 min
The Third AngleElekta: Connecting the world to fight cancer“This is an innovation… something people thought was impossible. It really changes the game in how we deliver radiotherapy to cancer patients.”Fighting cancer is not an easy task. Each body responds differently and each tumor is unique - so treatment must be personalized and precise. But, as companies like Elekta push forward advancements in the field, cancer care is becoming more targeted and effective than ever before.Elekta is a company creating cutting-edge linear accelerators, devices that deliver life-saving radiation therapy. In this episode we meet Chris Gilpin, Chris Flint and Mark Range at the co...
2022-11-1517 min
The Third AngleVolvo CE: Construction goes electric… shhhh“It’s amazing how comfortable the machines are by taking noise and vibration away.”You’re about to walk past roadworks on your street, ready to throw your hands up over your ears - when you realize you don’t have to stop your conversation. In fact, you can even hear the birds singing. Bliss. This is the promise of the electric construction vehicle. Although essential, the construction industry has a big impact on both climate and noise pollution, so Volvo Construction Equipment is leading the charge in turning the industry green.Setting up at Volvo...
2022-11-0120 min
The Third AngleGenesis Custom Sabers: Handcrafted lightsabers for real life Jedis“Imagination is one of the most profound human qualities. Every great achievement in human history has started as a work of imagination.”Beginning life as a passion project, Genesis Custom Sabers has since grown into Rob Petkau’s full time job. From cobbled together ‘junk sabers’ to immaculately crafted illuminated swords, Rob has honed his craft over the years, and now places only the highest quality sabers in the hands of wannabe Jedis.In this episode Rob explores the evolution of his designs, and how advances in technology have allowed him to create perfectly custom fit blades...
2022-10-1816 min
The Third AngleArc: Electric motorcycles reimagining the future of adventure“What if we just make beautiful batteries, and that is the frame?”With no frame and no chassis, Arc’s Vector is a truly original electric motorcycle. Inspired by the retro vibes of the café racer, stripped back nature of electric violins and the angular design language of a stealth bomber, Mark Truman and his team have created an elite, high-spec product that celebrates its electric status.In this episode Mark tells us about the origins of Arc, and how his team has been given complete creative freedom to design something truly unique and aspirational. He expl...
2022-10-0423 minThe Third AngleTrailer - The Third AngleIn this brand new series of PTC’s Third Angle podcast, 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.On the line up we meet the founder of Arc, a project that’s reinventing the electric motorcycle. We visit the headquarters of Volvo Construction Equipment, an organization developing the new-age of climate friendly construction vehicles. And we try on Actronika’s Skinetic, a vest that allows you to feel the virtual world.You’ll also be...
2022-09-2201 min
Management Perspectives: Executive Insights into the Future of Smart ManufacturingEpisode 8: Digital Transformation: Looking Beyond Today’s Challenges to Make Lasting ChangePaul Haimes, VP Pre-Sales at PTC, explores how manufacturing rose to the challenge during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing the equipment so desperately needed by health services across EMEA. Focusing on the UK’s Ventilator Challenge, he and host Mike Loughran discuss the use of augmented reality (AR) to remotely educate people on ventilator assembly and production, avoiding the need to place experts at risk with unnecessary travel. Paul also reminds listeners that, throughout the COVID-19 crisis, PTC has been offering it Vuforia Chalk remote assistance product for free to those who need it. This offer has been extended until the en...
2020-07-2929 min
ALP: The Admissions Leadership PodcastEmmi HarwardKen chats with Emmi Harward, Executive Director at the Association of College Counselors in Independent Schools (ACCIS). Together they explore alternate universes (including one where Emmi is a Supreme Court justice/former U.S. President) as well as a pro tip for getting the first win of the day before you even get out of bed.Shout-outs & LinksTerry Cowdrey, who hired Emmi into her first admissions gig at Vanderbilt. Marie Bigham... yes THAT Marie Bigham.Briana Barkin, Lawrence University California-based regional admission superstarSuzan Zarwell, director of college counseling at University School of Milwaukee (f...
2019-10-3151 min