About this session

This discussion explores how AI could fundamentally transform industrial research and development, from initial requirements to product industrialization. The focus is not on individual AI applications, but on the strategic design of a digitized, AI-enabled R&D process. Product development is a collaborative process involving engineering, software, mechatronics, design, manufacturing planning and other functions. Which parts of this process could be supported or connected by specialized AI agents in the future? And what might a virtual R&D team look like, where people and specialized agents work together to develop a product idea?

Discussion Topics:
- What could a virtual R&D team comprising people and specialized AI agents look like?
- Where can AI agents take on concrete responsibilities, from requirements engineering to manufacturing planning?
- Which data, systems and processes need to be connected to enable AI-driven engineering?
- What are the limits of AI in safety-critical and regulated product development?
- How should responsibilities and approval processes be structured between humans and AI?
- Which skills and roles will engineering teams need in the future?

Be prepared to share your experiences in this small gathering.

About the discussion:
• For R&D & technology leaders
• From manufacturing companies

We have only limited spots, so be quick to sign up! If you cannot make it, make sure to cancel your participation to give space for others.

*What is a Hosted Group Discussion?
• A one-time, 1-hour session led by a member of the Aurora Live Network.
• The host chooses a topic they are passionate about and have experience in, and begins with a short presentation designed to spark a meaningful conversation with other participants.
• The purpose of the session is for selected participants to come together to exchange ideas, perspectives, and personal experiences in an open and engaging environment.