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Planera, the leader in visual CPM-based construction scheduling, announced that it will now offer its innovative scheduling solution for free to students and professors at U.S. universities with construction management programs through its new Planera EDU initiative. Designed to expose construction management students and their instructors to a new approach to construction scheduling – one that is visual and collaborative – this new initiative provides them with full access to Planera’s software at no cost. “Launching this program gives us an opportunity to give back to the construction community,” said Nitin Bhandari, CEO of Planera. “We’re excited to share our software with the next generation of construction leaders and to give them an opportunity to compare and contrast it with traditional scheduling solutions. These students represent the future of our industry, we’re glad to support them as they explore and learn.” Brad Nadolson, lecturer in construction management at The Ohio State University’s

Applied Intuition, Inc., a vehicle software supplier to the commercial and defense industries, announced its acquisition of EpiSys Science, Inc. (EpiSci), a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and trusted autonomy software for national security. This strategic move positions Applied Intuition’s defense business as the premier autonomy software developer for use cases across all domains—land, air, sea and space. Founded in 2012, EpiSci develops next-generation, mission-critical autonomy software for national security, including uncrewed aerial systems, surface warfare, maritime tracking and battle management command and control. Hardware-agnostic and operationally informed, EpiSci’s tactical AI software was used in the U.S. Air Force’s first successful dogfight between an AI-piloted fighter jet and a human-piloted aircraft.  Applied Intuition Defense will integrate EpiSci’s tactical AI-powered solutions into its suite of simulation, validation and data management software. EpiSci has also participated in simulation and live flight testing of drone swarms under AFWERX programs and live maritime demonstrations as part

Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, announced that the 2025 Altair Enlighten Award is now open for submissions. Presented annually in conjunction with the Center for Automotive Research (CAR), the award honors the greatest sustainability and lightweighting advancements in the automotive industry that reduce carbon footprint, mitigate water and energy consumption, and leverage material reuse and recycling efforts. “Without advanced technology – like Altair’s – we would not see the innovation that characterizes the modern automotive industry. The Enlighten Award honors the innovations, technologies, and organizations that are creating a better, more sustainable industry,” said James R. Scapa, founder and chief executive officer, Altair. “Altair is proud to recognize those at the forefront of electrification, sustainable material usage, and lightweighting – and to once again showcase the amazing ways organizations are meeting global sustainability targets through this award.” The Enlighten Award categories are: Sustainable Product – Recognizes a production vehicle (or major system module) embracing emissions reduction, lightweighting, material circularity, and safety

Bluebeam, a leading developer of solutions and services for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals worldwide welcomed Ema Gantcheva to the organization as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Global Marketing. In this role, she’ll lead a team of global marketers to achieve growth by aligning sales and marketing with a focus on data-driven decision making. In her new role, Gantcheva will report to Chief Growth Officer, Build & Construct division for Nemetschek Group, Amit Sangal. Gantcheva will lead marketing for both Bluebeam and GoCanvas, focusing on broadening brand reach and delivering measurable impact throughout the entire customer journey. Gantcheva brings a wealth of experience in leading and transforming marketing strategies for high-growth B2B software and SaaS companies. During her tenure at GoCanvas, she redefined marketing as a value-driven, revenue-generating function, fostering a data-centric culture and elevating marketing’s role as a trusted partner to sales, product and customer success teams.  “Ema’s proven ability to

ENGYS is pleased to announce its participation in the ROMed2VR project, aimed at improving pre-surgical planning for congenital heart defects through the integration of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies. This initiative seeks to develop a streamlined computational procedure that leverages open-source CFD and Reduced Order Models (ROM) to enhance the precision and effectiveness of Modified Blalock-Taussig Shunt procedures. The project kicked off with a meeting held in Trieste, Italy, on 25 November 2024, where key objectives and collaborative strategies were outlined. ENGYS will contribute its expertise in open-source CFD solutions to support the development of the ROMed2VR system. The consortium partners include RBF Morph, specialists in Reduced Order Models for CFD applications; InSilicoTrials Technologies, developers of digital platforms for medical and pharmaceutical simulations; and the BioCardioLab of “Fondazione Toscana Gabriele Monasterio,” a research institution focusing on cardiovascular innovations. Together, these organisations bring a diverse range of expertise to ensure the project’s success. Project Details: Acronym: ROMed2VR Title: Virtual

Honeywell announced that its Board of Directors completed the comprehensive business portfolio evaluation launched a year ago by Chairman and CEO Vimal Kapur and intends to pursue a full separation of Automation and Aerospace Technologies. The planned separation, coupled with the previously announced plan to spin Advanced Materials, will result in three publicly listed industry leaders with distinct strategies and growth drivers. The separation is intended to be completed in the second half of 2026 and in a manner that is tax-free to Honeywell shareholders. "The formation of three independent, industry-leading companies builds on the powerful foundation we have created, positioning each to pursue tailored growth strategies, and unlock significant value for shareholders and customers," said Vimal Kapur, Chairman and CEO of Honeywell. "Our simplification of Honeywell has rapidly advanced over the past year, and we will continue to shape our portfolio to create further shareholder value. We have a rich pipeline of strategic bolt-on acquisition targets, and we plan

With the support of Capgemini, the AI and Society Institute, the Ecole normale supérieure (ENS-PLS) and the ENS Foundation have launched an Observatory dedicated to analyzing and mitigating the environmental impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at all stages of its lifecycle (training, adjustment, inference and end-of-life). The new Observatory aims to establish a solid, shared methodology to encourage sustainable AI usage. The widespread adoption of AI, especially generative AI, has unlocked significant opportunities across various sectors. However, the growing computational demand for these new uses is leading to an increase of its environmental footprint (in terms of energy and water consumption, as well as carbon footprint), making it necessary to systematically assess their impact and implement measures to mitigate them. A recent research paper from a Capgemini R&D team highlights that large generative AI models consume 4,600 times more energy than traditional models, with AI-related electricity usage potentially increasing 24.4 times in the most extreme scenario by

The ESTECO Users’ Meeting India 2025 will take place in Pune, on March 5, 2025. The event promises a full day of engaging presentations, featuring industry leaders who will showcase innovative applications of ESTECO Technologies. We’re excited to announce that among the speakers will be Sushant Bobade, Senior Manager, and Piyush Joshi, Senior CAE Specialist from Whirlpool Corporation, who will discuss multi-objective optimization of front load washing machines. Additionally, Rajendra More, Senior Manager CAE COE Head and Swapnil Khot, CAE Specialist from Mahindra and Mahindra Truck and Bus Division, will demonstrate the potential of MDO in delivering sustainable and cost-effective designs for heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) cabins. ESTECO’s own Danilo Di Stefano, modeFRONTIER Product Manager and Marco Turchetto, VOLTA Product Manager will deliver talks about our vision and provide insights into the product roadmap. Don’t miss the chance to meet them in person, along with representatives from our India office. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore advanced use cases and best

We are excited to announce the ENCY World Conference 2025, scheduled from June 9 to 12, 2025, in the vibrant city of Limassol, Cyprus. This year’s conference is dedicated to honoring the true superheroes of manufacturing: machine operators, CAM programmers, and robot integrators who drive innovation and excellence in production, empowered by ENCY Software’s digital tools that help them eliminate routine tasks and focus on what truly matters. Why Attend ENCY World Conference 2025? Exclusive Insights: Be among the first to discover the groundbreaking features of ENCY X, a comprehensive CAD/CAM ecosystem designed to eliminate inefficiencies and streamline collaboration in manufacturing. Technical Masterclasses: Participate in hands-on sessions led by industry experts to enhance your technical skills and knowledge. Sales Skill Enhancement: Enhance your software sales techniques through insightful presentations aimed at boosting your effectiveness. Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow dealers to exchange experiences, share best practices, and build lasting professional relationships. Direct Access to Leadership: Engage in one-on-one discussions with ENCY Software’s

Rockwell Automation, Inc. Chairman and CEO, Blake Moret, and SVP and CFO, Christian Rothe, will present at Barclays 42nd Annual Industrial Select Conference on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, in Miami Beach, Florida. The fireside chat will be webcast beginning at approximately 9:50 a.m. EST and will be available on the Rockwell Automation Investor Relations website at www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/investors.html. To view the original press release, please click here. Search for Rockwell Automation on CIMdata.com