MOON ROVERS: POWERING THE FUTURE OF LUNAR EXPLORATION

11/13/24 • 24 min

From Know-how to Wow - the Bosch Global Podcast

Tiny but mighty – shoebox-sized rovers might soon explore the moon’s surface. But how do they keep their batteries charged in the harsh lunar wilderness? According to Bosch engineer Vivek Jain, it’s not as simple as your vacuum cleaner bot docking at its charging station. One of many reasons: the robot has limited vision. Join our hosts Shuko and Geoff as they explore what it’s like to develop cutting-edge technology for a space mission!

From Know-how to Wow - the Bosch Global Podcast

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NEW MATTER COMMUNICATION STANDARDS FOR YOUR SMART HOME

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"Close the door!" If you're saying that to your voice assistant instead of your housemates, you have a smart home. But which manufacturer's smart home devices are you using, and do they talk to each other? That question may be less relevant in the future, thanks to a relatively new standard called Matter. Bosch expert Michael Zuegel has been busy making our smart home products Matter-ready. He shares his insights on the technology with hosts Shuko and Melena. They also talk to Youtuber Chris West, who maintains a complex smart home setup with automations that make life easier - except when they go wrong. Now tell your voice assistant, "Play the episode!"

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NEW ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS FOR MOTORCYCLES

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Welcome to the candy store! Shuko is excited to try some of the newest Bosch motorcycle systems. Advanced Rider Assistance Systems (ARAS) now include Riding Distance Assist and Group Ride Assist - two functions uniquely made for motorcycles. Bosch engineer Mathieu Grelaud takes us on a test ride and explains why it’s tricky to get radar and ABS technology to work cooperatively and make these features work. You’re also invited to test your knowledge of motorcycle protective gear - will you do better than co-host Geoff?