How Gravity Built the World's Fastest Jet Suit

Richard Browning built the world's fastest personal jet suit. WIRED spoke with him to find out about the design process and engineering a radical new form of transportation.

Nov 14th, 2018

Boeing Fights With Supplier Over Starliner Launch

Not surprisingly, there's a lot of finger pointing over a key component failure.

Boeing Jets Delayed At Least a Year

The delay pushes back the aircraft’s delivery to 2024, but it could take longer.

Abbott to Restart Troubled Baby Formula Plant

It will still take some time to quell supply chain concerns.

Musk: Tesla Could Buy Mining Company

A shortage of metals needed for EV batteries continues to be a concern.

Security Breach: Cyber Hygiene and Putin's Army of Criminal Hackers

This episode covers everything from password protections to the resurrection of Russian ransomware groups.

The Manufacturing Industry's Top Influencers

These people are trying to make a difference in the manufacturing industry.

The Smart Sensor from SensComp.

Compact Ultrasonic Smart Sensor for Tight Locations

It has a range from 6 inches to 35 feet.

VW Seeking 1,000 Workers

The plant is being positioned as the North American hub for EV and battery pack production.

Workers Flee Factory City Amid Lockdown Fears

The virus penetrated the closed loop and the city devolved into chaos.

Foxconn Could Take Over Lordstown; Big Strike in Midwest; Mini Urban Airports | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 66

Also on the podcast, trash mountain overwhelms city, building collapses in China, food plant fires fuel conspiracy theories and how to bring manufacturing back to the U.S.

Deere Competitor Hit By Ransomware Attack

The attack extends to dealers who are already struggling to keep pace with order backlogs.

Sea Rocket Makes Attempt at Sailing Speed Record

The kite-powered trimaran looks more like a jet than a sailboat.