AI & Technology
Rolls-Royce announced the completion of a $1 billion investment in its Indiana facility, including renovations, upgrades, and new testing facilities to support U.S. defense contracts. The investment began with a $600 million modernization project in 2015, followed by an additional $400 million to expand engine testing capabilities, making it the company's largest single investment in the United States.
A survey jointly conducted by Expereo and IDC shows that all surveyed American manufacturers are using AI, but 86% say AI is only applied in parts of the business, and none believe their networks are fully ready. Network and connectivity issues have become the main bottleneck for large-scale AI deployment.
At the 2026 CEO Investor Day, Hyundai Motor announced it will accelerate robotics commercialization based on Boston Dynamics, planning to produce humanoid robots in the U.S. by 2028 with an annual capacity of 30,000 units, and has already secured orders for 25,000 units.
Pneumatic systems are regarded as the "third utility" due to the high energy consumption of compressed air, and difficulties in leak detection lead to lagging energy efficiency management. This paper proposes a low-cost, easy-to-operate Air Management System (AMS) that continuously monitors key performance indicators such as pressure and flow, helping factories locate leaks, optimize air usage, and implement condition-based maintenance (CBM), thereby reducing energy waste and enhancing equipment reliability.
