AI and Automation Take Center Stage at the Energy Drone & Robotics Forum

AI and Automation Take Center Stage at the Energy Drone & Robotics Forum

From refineries and renewables to pipelines and offshore platforms, drones, robotic, and intelligent systems drive efficiency, safety and sustainability at scale for the energy industry. On November 12, 2025, at The Ion in Houston, more than 200 leaders from energy, utilities, and robotics gathered for the Energy Drone & Robotics Coalition’s “AI & Automation in Energy” Forum to tackle industry’s most pressing question head-on: how to integrate and scale these technologies effectively.

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AI in Industry—The Hype Is Over, The Headaches Are Starting

AI in Industry—The Hype Is Over, The Headaches Are Starting

The latest intelligence from the oil patch, power plants, and factory floors shows we've moved past the novelty phase. Nearly every major player is using AI, but the big, juicy, enterprise-level profits? They're mostly still stuck behind a wall of legacy data and siloed teams.

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How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing Drone Manufacturing: A Conversation with Impac Systems Engineering

How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing Drone Manufacturing: A Conversation with Impac Systems Engineering

3D printing is transforming drone manufacturing by enabling rapid prototyping, customization at scale, and faster time to market. According to Kelly Knake of Impac Systems Engineering, additive manufacturing allows drone makers to produce lightweight, durable parts in metals like aluminum and titanium while reducing supply chain risks and protecting intellectual property. As the technology matures, it’s becoming a production-ready solution that gives manufacturers a strategic edge in speed, flexibility, and innovation.

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Energy Drone & Robotics Forum: AI & Automation in Energy

Energy Drone & Robotics Forum: AI & Automation in Energy

The Energy Drone & Robotics Forum “AI & Automation in Energy,” hosted by the Energy Drone & Robotics Coalition, will bring together the brightest minds and boldest innovators shaping how AI and automation are redefining industrial operations on November 12th in Houston, TX.

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