AI functions are becoming widespread in connected and consumer devices, and engineers must continue to design systems to make these technologies increasingly useful, intuitive, and reliable in real-world applications.
“AI has rapidly moved beyond experimental technology and is now a reality in products people use every day. Engineers play a vital role in defining how it will be applied,” said Jeff Newell, president of Mouser Electronics. “The level of AI integration in connected systems and consumer devices is only going to keep growing, so it’s important that these technologies are designed to work in conjunction with human knowledge while maintaining their reliability. In this new EIT content, engineers will be able to explore the tools and knowledge they’ll need to create the next generation of AI solutions.”.
It is becoming increasingly common for AI agents and smart tools to be integrated into homes, connected devices, and digital services; that's why engineers are developing systems to enhance user decision-making and give users greater control, without sacrificing transparency and privacy. The latest AI platforms are already demonstrating this potential: they can transform simple conversations into detailed travel itineraries or provide important health data through connected devices.
In the podcast The Tech Between Us, Raymond Yin, technical content director at Mouser Electronics, and Dr. Marisa Tschopp, senior researcher at scip AG, Zurich, examine the new role of AI in human interaction and everyday experiences. They also discuss AI's role in technological collaboration, including the long-term impact of applications and everyday integration in the field of mental health.
“AI is no longer a concept confined to the experimental realm: it exists in the products and services that people use every day,” Yin commented. “At our first EIT, we discussed the next wave of AI innovation and explored how we can use technology to enhance people’s capabilities and reshape what we can do to live better.”.
In addition to the podcast, the EIT series includes an in-depth video, technical articles, and a thematic infographic, as well as exclusive content for registered users on the role of AI in everyday life. By analyzing examples where AI can leverage technical expertise, engineers can build a toolkit to redefine how we think, decide, and create, while keeping privacy and control in mind.
