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S1E6 Future of intelligent lubrication
Real-time monitoring powered by expert knowledge represents the evolution from reactive to predictive maintenance strategies. Companies that embrace this evolution, will lead in operational…
S1E5 Innovation and challenges of coolant management in manufacturing
Coolant is vital in metal manufacturing, affecting tool life, surface quality, and precision. Though traditionally inconsistently monitored, coolant management is now transforming as customers demand…
S1E4 The power of predictive maintenance in delivering customer success
Dr. Cassandra Higham explores real-world industry use cases where predictive maintenance has delivered measurable impact
S1E3 Unlocking digital potential through human expertise
Sensors alone aren’t enough—true value comes from combining predictive intelligence with human expertise, that can interpret raw data and delivers tailored, actionable solutions
S1E2 Transforming maintenance from reactive to predictive
In this segment, Dr. Cassandra Higham explores how advanced lubricants, expert services, and smart technologies are transforming lubrication management to anticipate issues before they occur
S1E1 Rethinking traditional oil monitoring
Dr. Cassandra Higham discusses the transformation of oil monitoring from a traditional, reactive approach to real-time, predictive, data-driven solutions that enable proactive, informed…
Removing Uncertainty: Choosing the Right Metalworking Fluid
Metalworking fluids may be invisible in the final product, but they’re critical to machining success. Discover how the right fluid choice drives precision, performance, and tool life.
Special Episode: 7 minutes of terror
Professor Briony Hogan and Dame Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock venture to the dusty surface of the mighty Red Planet, recounting the groundbreaking missions that have successfully landed robots on Mars.
Ep9. Sounds of Mars: Wind Remix
We were so inspired on hearing the sounds of Mars - recorded by Perseverance, the Mars Rover - we wanted to share this remix with you. Get those headphones on and enjoy our bonus track!
Ep8. Inside Out
David Eyton, bp's former head of innovation and engineering, gives us his perspective on what it takes to perform under some of our planet's most extreme conditions on land, sea, and air.
S1E7 Ep7. ”It speaks through the steering wheel”
There are challenging journeys being made every day that many of us take for granted. Mohammed Sadiq describes his relationship with the desert, his family, and his truck; the machine he depends on…
S1E6 Ep6. ”A stingray with a bad attitude”
Working under pressure takes on a whole new meaning when you're a saturation diver. Shannon Hovey transports us to an alien world, at the bottom of the ocean floor.
S1E5 Ep5. ”A giant playground of robots”
From 'first fill' to a fusion reactor, in this podcast we hear how robots are playing a crucial role in helping us to reach some of the most extreme and dangerous places on earth.
S1E4 Ep4. ”Making a cup of tea” 300ft in the sky
Richard Smith has a head for heights - he travels to the remotest locations, battles high winds, torrential rain and choppy waters, all against the clock to make sure the blades of the turbine keep…
S1E3 Ep3. ”When the helmet goes on”
In the cockpit, one mission – to win. Formula E’s Sam Bird and World Rally’s Gus Greensmith describe their worlds from behind the visor.
S1E2 Ep2. ”I’ve never returned home”
Astronauts Sandra Magnus and Dr. Robert Thirsk describe their time in one of the most challenging environments of all.
S1E1 Ep1. ”Witnessing a martian sunset”
The Mars Rover is on a mission to answer the most profound question of all time. But what is Perseverance really up against?
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Castrol on Air (English) has published 18 episodes since April 2022, covering topics in Business.
Castrol on Air (English) is currently dormant with new episodes hourly. Average episode length is 10m.