Digitalisation

Worldwide, electric motor systems consume about 10,700 TWh annually worldwide and were responsible for 53% of the global electric energy consumption in 2016. This corresponds to approximately the combined electricity consumption of China. Digitalization technologies for electric motor driven systems will have a significant impact on the motor systems industry, offering vast potential for improvements in performance, efficiency, and cost.

The European Union is considering a new legal framework that aims to significantly bolster regulations on the development and use of artificial intelligence. The proposed legislation, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act, focuses primarily on strengthening rules around data quality, transparency, human oversight and accountability.

EEIP seeks a Frontend Developer skilled in PYTHON, JavaScript, PHP, HTML, and CSS, with basic knowledge of Blockchain/DLT, and experience in social media analytics. Responsibilities include managing EEIP's front-end development, knowledge management, and digital innovations, involving WordPress site administration and enhancing SEO. The role requires a minimum bachelor’s degree, multilingual proficiency, strong organizational skills, and the legal right to work in Belgium. Offering an open-ended contract with a flexible schedule in a multidisciplinary environment, applications are open until mid-May 2023, with potential early closure for an ideal candidate.

IoT (Internet of Things) technology has proven to be a game-changer for businesses. It allows industries to access real-time data across multiple platforms. Ready-to-use IoT platforms have been developed to help you simplify the adoption.

Solid urban waste (SUW) is an abundant source for circular products production, but it is generally not exploited. Over 500 kg of municipal waste per capita were generated in the EU in 2020, while only 45% was recycled.

European Union has assigned a prominent role for industrial symbiosis (IS) CircLean has set up a network of industries, public authorities, and industry associations to.

Blockchain is a secure database shared across a network of participants. It allows for the permanent, immutable, and transparent recording of data and transactions. The basic idea behind blockchain is pretty simple, and it has major potential to change industries from the bottom up.

The EMB3Rs platform is set to help companies cost-effectively convert waste heat to a valuable revenue stream. It maps the supply and demand of thermal energy from potential stakeholders and shows how excess heat and cold can be re-used.

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is revolutionizing the manufacturing and automation sectors. In addition to bringing more efficiency and capacity to automated systems, the IIoT is also paving the way for new concepts and business models.