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From Steam to AI: The Story of Automation – in just 6 minutes [Video]

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From the roar of steam engines to the rise of intelligent machines, automation has shaped our world in profound ways. In just six minutes, this video takes you on a journey through the defining moments of industrial evolution—from the First Industrial Revolution to today’s smart factories. You’ll witness how human ingenuity sparked four major waves of transformation—and what’s next in the age of Industry 5.0. Buckle up for a fast-paced ride through the past, present, and future of automation.

Please note: The embedded video below is available in lower resolution. For the best viewing experience, the 4K version is available on YouTube at the following link: History of Automation (English, 6:00 min)

History of Automation – in just six minutes!

Images used:

  • „Bell on the telephone in New York (calling Chicago) in 1892” by Gilbert H. Grosvenor Collection, Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Alexander_Graham_Telephone_in_Newyork.jpg, cropped from original
  • “Zuse Z3 computer with Finder relays” by Dksen, https://commons.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Finder_Relais_Zuse_Z3_b.jpg, cropped from original
  • “A processor Intel C4004 with grey traces” by Thomas Nguyen, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Intel_C4004.jpg
  • “UL40_Box25_Folder12_001” by UL Digital Library, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Computer_Integrated_Manufacturing_Systems%28CMS%29Unimate_Pumo_500_%26_Pumo_560_robots_1986%281%29.jpg, cropped from original
  • “Altair 8800 Computer, seit 1975, USA; Exponat Technisches Museum Wien“ by Dr. Bernd Gross, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Altair_8800-Computer.jpg
  • „The first Web Site from the World Wide Web through the browser emulator“ by Cern/Tim Berners-Lee, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:W3_First_Website.png
  • “At Geneva 2024 444.jpg” by Mike Peel, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:World%27s_first_web_server_at_CERN#/media/File:At_Geneva_2024_444.jpg/2
    • Author

    Sebastian Zang has cultivated a distinguished career in the IT industry, leading a wide range of software initiatives with a strong emphasis on automation and corporate growth. In his current role as Vice President Partners & Alliances at Beta Systems Software AG, he draws on his extensive expertise to spearhead global technological innovation. A graduate of Universität Passau, Sebastian brings a wealth of international experience, having worked across diverse markets and industries. In addition to his technical acumen, he is widely recognized for his thought leadership in areas such as automation, artificial intelligence, and business strategy.

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