UAO Goes Live: The Future of Automation

About UAO Goes Live: The Future of Automation

UAO Goes Live brings the conversations from our popular LinkedIn Live series directly to your favorite podcast platform. Each episode explores the world of open, interoperable automation powered by IEC 61499. Join industry leaders, innovators, and experts as they share real-world applications, success stories, and insights that are shaping the future of industrial automation. Whether you are an engineer, a technology leader, or simply passionate about the next wave of automation, this podcast is your go-to source for cutting-edge discussions, practical knowledge, and thought leadership. Tune in and discover how UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) and its ecosystem are transforming industries, one open standard at a time. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Publisher

UniversalAutomation.org

Category

news · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Oct 2025

Latest episode

4 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Oct 2026

   Episode 21: Implementing Asset‑Centric Automation with UAO Technology

   In this episode of UAO Goes Live, we unpack asset‑based versus asset‑centric automation and how UAO technology (IEC 61499) supports both. We define assets and facets, then map the design principles (encapsulation, modularity, decentralized intelligence, plug‑and‑produce, orchestration) to IEC 61499 constructs such as function blocks, ECC state machines, adapters, service‑interface FBs, and management commands. The discussion also clarifies software‑defined control and the role of the UAO shared‑source runtime in portability and interoperability—advancing Open Software Defined Automation. About UniversalAutomation.org (UAO) (http://UniversalAutomation.org) UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) (UAO) is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to transforming industrial automation through open standards and shared source technology. The association manages the reference implementation of a shared runtime execution engine based on the IEC 61499 standard, enabling true interoperability between hardware from multiple vendors and portability of automation software applications. By providing a ready-to-use, vendor-neutral runtime environment, UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) empowers companies to build flexible Industry 4.0 architectures, accelerate digital transformation, and maximize return on investment (ROI) through software reusability and hardware independence. The development of this runtime is governed by shared source principles, ensuring long-term compatibility and collaborative innovation. Members—including end users, OEMs, system integrators, and technology vendors—work collectively to create a global ecosystem for plug-and-produce automation solutions. UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) is growing rapidly as more organizations adopt open automation to overcome vendor lock-in, enable IT/OT convergence, and support greenfield and brownfield projects. Academic institutions are also leveraging this technology to train the next generation of automation engineers. Companies and institutions that want to lead the future of industrial automation, develop next-generation control systems, and participate in a global open automation community are invited to join UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy (https://ausha.co/privacy-policy) for more information.

2. 

   20 Sept 2026

   Episode 20: Automating Well Barrier Tests with UAO Technology

   In this episode of UAO Goes Live, Kongsberg Maritime explains how UAO technology enables automated well barrier tests on offshore assets such as Equinor’s Johan Sverdrup. By running server‑side IEC 61499 applications in the OT domain, the team orchestrates standardized procedures, improves the functional HMI, and reduces controller load—without extra hardware. Data exchange and reporting are handled via OPC UA, and EcoStruxure Automation Expert supports event‑driven execution and start/stop control of applications. The result is repeatable quality, fewer manual hours, and a future‑ready path to Open Software Defined Automation. About UniversalAutomation.org (UAO) (http://UniversalAutomation.org) UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) (UAO) is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to transforming industrial automation through open standards and shared source technology. The association manages the reference implementation of a shared runtime execution engine based on the IEC 61499 standard, enabling true interoperability between hardware from multiple vendors and portability of automation software applications. By providing a ready-to-use, vendor-neutral runtime environment, UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) empowers companies to build flexible Industry 4.0 architectures, accelerate digital transformation, and maximize return on investment (ROI) through software reusability and hardware independence. The development of this runtime is governed by shared source principles, ensuring long-term compatibility and collaborative innovation. Members—including end users, OEMs, system integrators, and technology vendors—work collectively to create a global ecosystem for plug-and-produce automation solutions. UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) is growing rapidly as more organizations adopt open automation to overcome vendor lock-in, enable IT/OT convergence, and support greenfield and brownfield projects. Academic institutions are also leveraging this technology to train the next generation of automation engineers. Companies and institutions that want to lead the future of industrial automation, develop next-generation control systems, and participate in a global open automation community are invited to join UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy (https://ausha.co/privacy-policy) for more information.

3. 

   6 Sept 2026

   Episode 19: Empowering Academia with UAO Technology

   In this episode of UAO Goes Live, we spotlight the UAO Academic Program: a 12‑module curriculum (with video companion), multilingual materials, free education licenses, and hands‑on training and workshops for professors and students. We explain how to access resources via the UAO portal, set up labs with vendor‑supported academic pricing, and connect with industry for projects, internships, and events such as IEEE ETFA—building a global network of universities and a new generation ready for Open Software Defined Automation. About UniversalAutomation.org (UAO) (http://UniversalAutomation.org) UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) (UAO) is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to transforming industrial automation through open standards and shared source technology. The association manages the reference implementation of a shared runtime execution engine based on the IEC 61499 standard, enabling true interoperability between hardware from multiple vendors and portability of automation software applications. By providing a ready-to-use, vendor-neutral runtime environment, UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) empowers companies to build flexible Industry 4.0 architectures, accelerate digital transformation, and maximize return on investment (ROI) through software reusability and hardware independence. The development of this runtime is governed by shared source principles, ensuring long-term compatibility and collaborative innovation. Members—including end users, OEMs, system integrators, and technology vendors—work collectively to create a global ecosystem for plug-and-produce automation solutions. UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org) is growing rapidly as more organizations adopt open automation to overcome vendor lock-in, enable IT/OT convergence, and support greenfield and brownfield projects. Academic institutions are also leveraging this technology to train the next generation of automation engineers. Companies and institutions that want to lead the future of industrial automation, develop next-generation control systems, and participate in a global open automation community are invited to join UniversalAutomation.org (http://UniversalAutomation.org). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy (https://ausha.co/privacy-policy) for more information.

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