SALIENT Podcasts

SALIENT Consortium Partners took part in the Ideas That Happen podcast series, which aims to engage in insightful conversations with experts in automotive and lightweight, circular economy, mobility and more.

Find below all the episodes and delve into these critical areas, exploring innovative solutions and thought-provoking insights to shape the future of the automotive industry.

Episodes

Episode 1

In the premiere episode, listen to an insightful discussion with Mr Miguel Moldes from CTAG, the project coordinator of SALIENT, and Mr Thomas Hipke from Fraunhofer IWU, a SALIENT project partner. Together, they share valuable insights on lightweight materials and the imperative need to reduce carbon emissions. Join the episode and explore the exciting frontier of combining lightweight design with sustainability.

Episode 2

In the second episode of the Ideas That Happen podcast series, delve into the transformative power of digitisation in the realm of lightweight solutions. Mr Michael Luke, from Fraunhofer IWM, and Mr Georgios Zaverdinos from DELTA-MPIs, will share their insights on how digital technologies are revolutionising design manufacturing processes and driving circularity in the automotive industry. Join us as we explore the innovative strategies and technologies shaping the future of lightweight materials and sustainability.

Episode 3

In the third episode, delve into the challenges and opportunities of reusing, reducing and recycling activities with Mr Wolfgang Seeliger from Mittelstandswerk and Mr Francesco Bruzzo from Fraunhofer IWS. Together, they share insights from innovative projects fostering sustainability, shedding light on this vital aspect of the circular economy. Join us as we uncover strategies to reduce waste and promote environmental responsibility.