

Industrial AI Podcast
Robert Weber / Peter Seeberg
The Industrial AI Podcast reports weekly on the latest developments in AI and machine learning for the engineering, robotics, automotive, process and automation industries. The podcast features industrial users, scientists, vendors and startups in the field of Industrial AI and machine learning. The podcast is hosted by Peter Seeberg, Industrial AI consultant and Robert Weber, tech journalist.Their mission: Demystify Industrial AI and machine learning, inspire industrial users.
The hosts:
Peter Seeberg is an Industrial AI and machine learning expert for the manufacturing industry. He worked over 25 years in IT (Intel) and 10 years in Automation. He co-initiated the Industrial Data Intelligence Startup (Softing) where he was responsible for managing machine learning projects in industrial environments. Today he advises companies when it comes to Industrial AI and machine learning. Together with Robert Weber, journalist for industrial topics, he discusses AI and ML applications, standards, and education topics, make or buy decisions as well as regulation for AI in manufacturing.
The hosts:
Peter Seeberg is an Industrial AI and machine learning expert for the manufacturing industry. He worked over 25 years in IT (Intel) and 10 years in Automation. He co-initiated the Industrial Data Intelligence Startup (Softing) where he was responsible for managing machine learning projects in industrial environments. Today he advises companies when it comes to Industrial AI and machine learning. Together with Robert Weber, journalist for industrial topics, he discusses AI and ML applications, standards, and education topics, make or buy decisions as well as regulation for AI in manufacturing.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Oct 1, 2025 • 46min
The OPC UA MCP Server
In this engaging discussion, Armin Hadzalic, a Senior Software Developer at Siemens, shares his insights on the transformative Model Context Protocol (MCP) for industrial AI. He explains how MCP connects large language models with real-world data and tackles the challenges of integrating multiple systems. Armin delves into the future of seamless production systems powered by agents and AI, while also addressing criticisms of MCP. With practical advice for engineers, he advocates for an early embrace of these technologies to stay ahead in an evolving industry.

Sep 24, 2025 • 56min
From parades to protocols and AI literacy
From parades to protocols, we explore AI literacy, regulation, and the future of work. Discover how Europe’s AI Act is reshaping industry.
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We thank our partner SIEMENS
In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of industrial AI, starting with a lively Oktoberfest recap before shifting gears to the latest breakthroughs in physics-informed neural networks and user interfaces. We discuss the real-world impact of Europe's AI Act, featuring insights from industry leaders and an in-depth interview with Sampo Lino of MinnaLearn on building AI literacy for enterprises. As we unpack strategic investments, robotics trends, and the challenges of compliance, we question what it means to use AI safely and competitively. Throughout the conversation, we keep it grounded in everyday experience—how regulation, technology, and practical learning are shaping the factories and workplaces of tomorrow. Tune in to hear how we’re navigating this complex, fast-moving frontier and what it means for anyone working with AI today.
DeepMind
https://www.deepmind.com/
Ray Kurzweil
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ray_Kurzweil
Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs)
https://www.nature.com/articles/s42254-021-00314-5
Olga Fink
https://people.epfl.ch/olga.fink
EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne)
https://www.epfl.ch/en/
Model Context Protocol (MCP)
https://github.com/modelcontext/protocol
ABB Robotics
https://new.abb.com/products/robotics
Landing AI
https://landing.ai/
Andrew Ng
https://www.andrewng.org/
BMW Neue Klasse
https://www.bmw.com/en/innovation/bmw-neue-klasse.html
ASML
https://www.asml.com/
NVIDIA
https://www.nvidia.com/
Intel
https://www.intel.com/
AMD
https://www.amd.com/
Elements of AI
https://www.elementsofai.com/
MinnaLearn
https://www.minnalearn.com/
EU AI Act
https://artificialintelligenceact.eu/
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
https://gdpr.eu/

Sep 17, 2025 • 19min
Industrial AI Hardware: "CUDA was the last 15 years"
Jens Stapelfeldt, Global AI Lead for AMD's University Program, discusses AMD's innovative approach to industrial AI. With decades of experience in the semiconductor industry, he outlines the shift from proprietary ecosystems to AMD’s open platforms. Jens highlights the importance of ROCm and strategic partnerships in enhancing edge-to-cloud solutions. He emphasizes how diverse hardware options and open-source principles are reshaping industrial use cases, making AMD a versatile player in the AI landscape.

Sep 10, 2025 • 50min
The AI Race for new Materials
From Paris to Montreal, we explore the future of generative AI in material science. Innovation, impact, and the Parisian startup spirit await.
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We thank our partner SIEMENS
The Course Robert mentioned https://jmtomczak.github.io/crash-course-diffusion/

Aug 13, 2025 • 53min
AI Agents in Engineering
Ram Seetharaman, Head of AI & Product Manager at Synera, discusses his journey in building digital engineering solutions. He shares fascinating insights from his expertise in Formula Student, where his team won the Siemens Digital Twin Award. The conversation dives into how AI agents are revolutionizing engineering workflows, streamlining processes, and improving collaboration among teams. Ram also emphasizes the vital role of curiosity in engineering education, adapting to technological advances, and nurturing innovation for future engineers.

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Aug 6, 2025 • 24min
The future of CAD - an Indian Perspective
Pravin Waghmare, CEO of Prescient and an expert in CAD and PLM, shares insights from his engineering journey. He discusses the dramatic evolution of CAD from an Indian perspective, emphasizing AI's transformative role in streamlining workflows. Pravin highlights the competitive landscape shifts in CAD, CAM, and PLM driven by AI, as well as India's aspirations in industrial AI. He also examines the nation's infrastructure challenges and future prospects in chip production, showcasing innovative AI applications in manufacturing.

Jul 30, 2025 • 47min
The sleeping giant awakens - Industrial AI education in India
We talked to Harish Thampi. He works as a ML Solution Architect for Tata Consultancy Services. The company provides IT services and generates approximately US$28 billion in revenue.
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We thank our partner SIEMENS

Jul 23, 2025 • 50min
How Audi uses LSTM in resistance spot welding
Audi has taken quality control of weld spots in body construction to a new level in Neckarsulm.
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Apple paper
https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.13575

Jul 16, 2025 • 60min
Accenture's approach to GenAI in engineering
Peter Seeberg spoke with Vlad Larichev Industrial AI Lead at Accenture about Agents, LLMs and AI for Engineering Tasks.
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Jul 9, 2025 • 38min
How to schedule the shopfloor with AI
Rico Knapper is the CEO of Pailot and loves PCBs shopfloors. Why? Because his AI based solution outperforms other approaches. We met him at Siemens.
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We thank our partner SIEMENS