A brighter future by engineering innovation

This edition of Engineer Innovation has been curated as a remedy for the winter blues and the pervasive sense of negativity propagated by mainstream media. While it can feel like the world is constantly lurching from one crisis to another, we're here to offer a refreshing perspective. Our articles aim to inspire and uplift, showcasing the innovative solutions and breakthroughs being made by engineers around the world.

As I write this, the global economy is grappling with the aftermath of COVID-19 and facing an energy crisis that threatens to tip it into a recession. Inflation, supply chain disruptions, and skill shortages, particularly in engineering, are exacerbating the situation. Meanwhile, the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate the worst effects of climate change looms large.

Engineering innovation holds the key to solving these challenges. Even during times of economic downturn, engineering simulation has proven to stimulate innovation, reduce development timelines, and enhance productivity.

In this issue, we showcase how engineering simulation is driving sustainable and profitable subterranean farming and enabling low-carbon travel on land, air, and sea. We also explore solutions to energy security, cold chain logistics, and increased productivity through robotic automation.

We hope that reading this issue instils a sense of hope and optimism. Engineers have always been at the forefront of problem-solving, and we are confident that with continued innovation and collaboration, we can overcome any obstacle.

À bientôt, Jean-Claude