Apple Manufacturing R&D Support Center to Host Smart Manufacturing Forum on September 23-24

Smart Manufacturing in Focus at POSTECH
"Platform for Innovation in the Manufacturing Ecosystem"

The Apple Manufacturing R&D Support Center announced on September 8 that it will host the "Smart Manufacturing Forum" at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) from September 23 to 24.

Now in its third year, this forum is designed to allow small and medium-sized manufacturing companies to explore global trends, including the latest developments in global manufacturing innovation and smart manufacturing strategies of major corporations. Experts from the domestic and international manufacturing and big tech sectors, as well as industry stakeholders, will participate to discuss the present and future of smart manufacturing.

On the first day, robotics expert Dennis Hong, a professor at UCLA, will deliver a keynote speech, presenting his vision for the convergence of smart manufacturing and robotics. Federico Torti, Senior Expert at the World Economic Forum, will also give a lecture on global manufacturing trends and sustainable innovation strategies.

In addition, Apple representatives and experts from leading domestic conglomerates will participate as speakers to address topics such as the latest trends in smart manufacturing technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven manufacturing innovation, and cybersecurity.

The second day of the event will feature sessions for companies considering the implementation of smart factories, as well as those who have already built them but face challenges in practical application. Small and medium-sized enterprises that have taken on smart manufacturing through the Apple Manufacturing R&D Support Center will present their own case studies. There will also be educational sessions on smart factory implementation, led by engineers from the center's Smart Data, Smart Process, and Smart Quality Labs.

Participation is completely free of charge, and all registrations can be made through the Apple Manufacturing R&D Support Center website. Kim Deokyoung, Director of the Apple Manufacturing R&D Support Center, stated, "The Smart Manufacturing Forum is establishing itself as a platform that connects the industry, academia, and small businesses each year, fostering innovation in South Korea's manufacturing ecosystem," adding, "We expect this year's event to once again serve as a venue for discovering new opportunities for collaboration."

Located within POSTECH, the Apple Manufacturing R&D Support Center is the world's first R&D support center dedicated to manufacturing, created by Apple. The center has established smart process-related equipment and provides free education and training to small and medium-sized manufacturing companies.

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