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 The rapid electrification of aircraft systems is reshaping aviation architectures, driven by the need for improved efficiency and reduced emissions. This industrial panel will bring together experts from industry and academia to discuss emerging technology trends that are enabling electrified aircraft architectures, including advances in electric propulsion, power electronics, energy storage, thermal management, etc. 

By highlighting current industrial practices, development roadmaps, and key technical barriers, this panel aims to provide insights into the future direction of electrified aviation and identify opportunities for collaboration between industry and the research community.

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Cryogenic systems are gaining increasing attention in electrified aircraft architectures as a means to enable high-power, high-efficiency propulsion and power distribution through technologies such as superconducting machines, cryogenic power electronics, and advanced energy storage. 

This panel will examine recent progress in cryogenic systems and components for electrified aircraft, including cryogenic cooling architectures, insulation and thermal management strategies, materials, and reliability considerations, etc. Panelists will discuss how cryogenic technologies can impact aircraft-level performance, weight, efficiency, safety, as well as the practical barriers and operational complexity. By highlighting both near-term developments and long-term opportunities, this panel aims to provide a forward-looking perspective on the role of cryogenic systems in future electrified aircraft.

The rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) brings both significant opportunities and complex challenges for the power grid. This panel, “Powering the Future: Advanced Charging and Grid‑Resilient Infrastructure,” will explore advanced EV charging technologies and strategies for integrating next‑generation charging systems into a reliable, flexible, and resilient grid.

Panelists will discuss innovative approaches that enable utilities and grid operators to support accelerating EV demand while enhancing overall grid performance and resilience.

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Electric flight is growing rapidly, and its demonstrations continue to attract significant attention. The electric flight demonstration conducts both ground and flight tests of advanced electrified aircraft technologies to help enable the next generation of electric-powered aviation.

 This panel will explore key topics such as materials, electric propulsion, power electronics, and advanced control strategies. Panelists will discuss innovative approaches, emerging materials, and lessons learned from demonstration projects—all aimed at advancing safer, more efficient, and more reliable electric flight.

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 The electric vehicle industry is at an inflection point, with automotive OEMs and suppliers racing to develop next-generation electric machine technologies that deliver higher performance, lower costs, and greater manufacturing scalability. This panel brings together leading experts from across the industry to discuss the future direction of electric machine development and its impact on electrified vehicle propulsion.

 Panelists will explore critical trends shaping electric motor evolution, including advances in rare-earth-free and rare-earth-reduced machine designs, high-speed and high-voltage motor architectures, compact integrated drive units, electromagnetic and thermal optimization strategies, and novel cooling approaches for sustained power delivery in demanding applications

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Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) is a key enabler of electric vehicle (EV) adoption, supporting rapid charging for long-distance travel and fleet operations. As power levels increase and wireless charging technologies mature, DCFC is evolving beyond conventional plug-in solutions.

 This panel will discuss advances in high-power wired and wireless DCFC, focusing on efficiency, thermal management, safety, interoperability, and grid integration. The role of wireless charging in improving user convenience, enabling autonomous charging, and supporting emerging mobility use cases will be highlighted. The panel will compare wired and wireless approaches to assess their performance, scalability, and readiness for large-scale deployment.

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The workshop will cover cutting-edge developments in battery system design and management, including battery modeling and control, fast charging, lifetime and safety, and emerging technologies. 

Through in-depth discussions, participants will gain a clear view of current challenges, near-term breakthroughs, and long-term directions for batteries in electrified vehicles. This workshop offers an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas, build collaborations, and align academic research with real-world industrial needs.

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Recent advances in generative AI are fundamentally reshaping how simulation is used for autonomous vehicle (AV) testing and safety validation. This panel will discuss emerging technologies such as 3D scene reconstruction, generative world models, video foundation models, and AI-driven scenario generation, and how they enable high-fidelity digital twins and scalable closed-loop simulation.

Panelists will explore critical challenges including simulation realism, validation of simulation fidelity, and the role of simulation-based evidence in safety-case and certification frameworks. The discussion aims to bridge perspectives from academia, industry, and testing facilities, highlighting how generative simulation can credibly support real-world AV safety assurance 

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