Software-Platform based Ecosystem in Heavy duty Mobile Machine Industry : “A case study on ROS Ecosystem”

The platform-based ecosystem theory is continuously evolving with a higher level of interdependence and interconnectedness in dynamic business surroundings. In the software context, the platform-based ecosystem provides a modular architecture that allows reusability of the core functionalities across different applications. The software-platform based ecosystem could make a huge difference in the heavy-duty mobile machine industry by reducing the R&D efforts in developing complex software systems to achieve smart functionalities in the mobile machines. The objective of the study is to determine the significance of the software platform ecosystem in the heavy-duty mobile machine industry and whether it could provide new prospects to this industry. The research explores the Robot Operating System (ROS) ecosystem to address the eco-system opportunities in the heavy-duty mobile machine industry. The ROS ecosystem is an open-source software platform offering a core set of software development kits for developing robotic applications. ROS has become a de facto middleware in robotics providing numerous software packages, algorithms, drivers, and a diverse community of developers. The research utilized a qualitative case study approach to investigate the heavy-duty mobile machine sectors' perspectives on Software-platform based ecosystems. A total of 12 interviewees participated, involving 5 from software providers/consultants, 3 from embedded system providers, and 4 from manufacturing organizations expressing their opinions and current understanding of the Software-platform based ecosystem. The interviews were focused on understanding the use of software platforms and ecosystems in the heavy-duty mobile machine industry. The findings suggested the interest of the organizations into the ROS ecosystem. Additionally, the use of software platforms indicated reducing the complexity of developing complex software applications required for mobile work machines. This study contributes to the software platform and software ecosystem literature by providing the possibility to collaborate across the players in the ecosystem and pursuing the integration benefits of the Software-platform based ecosystems in the heavy-duty mobile machine industry. Finally, this thesis proposes a few future research directions that can expand the understanding and applications of ROS ecosystem in heavy-duty mobile machine industry

Santa Clara Magazine, Volume 58 Number 1, Spring 2017

24 - BIG WIN FOR A TINY HOUSE Turning heads and changing the housing game. By Matt Morgan. 28 - $100 MILLION GIFT TO BUILD John A. ’60 and Susan Sobrato make the largest gift in SCU history. Now see the Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation that will take shape—and redefine the University. Illustration by Tavis Coburn. 36 - CUT & PASTE CONSERVATION We can alter wild species to save them. So should we? By Emma Marris. Illustrations by Jason Holley. 44 - INFO OFFICER IN CHIEF From his office overlooking the White House, Tony Scott J.D. ’92 set out to bring the federal government into the digital age. By Steven Boyd Saum. 48 - FOR THE RECORD Deepwater Horizon. Volkswagen. The Exxon Valdez. Blockbuster cases and the career of John C. Cruden J.D. ’74, civil servant and defender of the environment extraordinaire. By Justin Gerdes. Photography by Robert Clark. 54 - WHERE THERE’S SMOKE … there might just be mirrors. On “fake news,” the Internet, and everyday ethics. By Irina Raicu. Illustrations by Lincoln Agnew.https://scholarcommons.scu.edu/sc_mag/1030/thumbnail.jp

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Annual Report of the University, 2001-2002, Volumes 1-4

VITAL ACADEMIC CLIMATE* by Brian Foster, Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs A great university engages students and faculty fully in important ideas and issues ... not just to learn about them, but to take them apart and put them back together, to debate, deconstruct, resist, reconstruct and build upon them. Engagement of this sort takes concentration and commitment, and it produces the kind of discipline and passion that leads to student and faculty success and satisfaction in their studies, research, performance, artistic activity and service. It is also the kind of activity that creates a solid, nurturing spirit of community. This is what we mean when we talk about a vital academic climate. We are striving for an environment that will enrich the social, cultural and intellectual lives of all who come in contact with the University. Many things interconnect to make this happen: curriculum, co-curricular activities, conferences, symposia, cultural events, community service, research and social activity. Our goal is to create the highest possible level of academic commitment and excitement at UNM. This is what characterizes a truly great university. *Strategic Direction 2 New Mexico native Andres C. Salazar, a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Michigan State University, has been named the PNM Chair in Microsystems, Commercialization and Technology. Carrying the title of professor, the PNM Chair is a joint appointment between the School of Engineering and the Anderson Schools of Management. Spring 2002 graduate John Probasco was selected a 2002 Rhodes Scholar, the second UNM student to be so honored in the past four years. The biochemistry major from Alamogordo previously had been awarded the Goldwater Scholarship and the Truman Scholarship. Andres c. Salazar Biology student Sophie Peterson of Albuquerque was one of 30 students nationwide to receive a 2002-2003 Award of Excellence from Phi Kappa Phi, the oldest and largest national honor society. Regents\\u27 Professor of Communication and Journalism Everett M. Rogers was selected the University\\u27s 4 71h Annual Research Lecturer, the highest honor UNM bestows upon members of its faculty. John Probasco honored by Student Activities Director Debbie Morris. New Mexico resident, author and poet Simon}. Ortiz received an Honorary Doctorate of Letters at Spring Commencement ceremonies. Child advocate Angela Angie Vachio, founder and executive director of Peanut Butter and Jelly Family Services, Inc., was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters. American Studies Assistant Professor Amanda}. Cobb won the 22 d annual American Book Award for listening to Our Grandmothers\\u27 Stories: The Bloomfield Academy for Chickasaw Females, 1852-1949