The 2024 National Industrial Software Congress, hosted by the Chinese Association of Automation, kicked off on Saturday in Shanghai, bringing together over 1,000 experts and scholars to discuss how intelligent technologies can empower industrial production.
At the event, the National Center of Technology Innovation for Smart Process Manufacturing, in collaboration with 26 other agencies, officially launched the "Industrial Operating System Alliance" while jointly releasing the white paper on intelligent industrial operating system, which provides an in-depth analysis of the core concepts, technical architecture, industry applications, and future trends of the intelligent industrial operating system.
"The intelligent industrial operating system features deep integration of next-generation information technology and industrial operation technology, serving as the 'nerve center' of the smart factory," said Xue Dong, associate professor at the School of Information Science and Engineering under the East China University of Science and Technology.
"We stress the role of artificial intelligence in industry, supporting digital transformation, intelligent upgrade, and systemic reform of enterprises across the board—covering the security of business operation, manufacturing and production, and industrial and supply chains," Xue said. Themed "AI for Engineering·Industrial Software Empowers New Industrialization", the two-day event has invited 10 established academicians to deliver keynote speeches. In addition, 15 parallel forums are scheduled, covering topics ranging from research and development, manufacturing to AI empowerment to explore new ideas, technologies, and applications in the industrial software sector.
An Industrial Software Achievement Exhibition has also been held, showcasing China's latest models, advanced algorithms, and software development in the industrial software sector. The exhibition also provides a platform for deep collaboration and communication among industries, universities, research institutes and end-users.
Smart manufacturing highlighted at National Industrial Software Congress
A contemporary Chinese art exhibition has been held at the Hungarian National Museum in Budapest, playing a vibrant role in fostering cultural ties between the East and the West. The exhibits, including brush paintings and sculptures on mountains, rivers, plants, blend traditional brushwork with Western influences, creating a serene, meditative atmosphere.
The artists' deep connection with the natural world is a window that the "Chinese Xieyi exhibition'' at the Hungarian National Museum presents to the public to explore Chinese philosophy, according to Tunde FegyvAri-Komori, curator of the Hungarian National Museum.
"This exhibition is a collection of 58 artworks, including four sculptures from 58 different artists, from the National Art Museum of China's collection. And they represent modern and contemporary artworks, partly reflecting back to the traditional Chinese painting and Chinese art, and partly reflecting to Western influences in art, which mostly started arriving in China after the 1970s and the 80s," said FegyvAri-Komori.
Much of the exhibition showcases traditional Chinese brushwork, where delicate strokes create intricate designs and meanings that express deep philosophical meanings, allowing viewers to experience the world from their perspective.
"The Chinese curators constructed the exhibition around these three topics and these three main aspects to approach Xieyi itself. The first one is called 'yi', which translates as meaning. This focuses on the essence of the topic. The second one is form, which in Chinese is 'xing,' and it's quite similar to meaning, but from a different approach. They are focusing on the form itself that they see, but they are not aiming at mirroring reality. The third one is called 'interest,' or in Chinese called 'qu.' And in this last part, I would say that it's a combination of the first two," said FegyvAri-Komori.
One standout piece is a sculpture that blends mythology and modern art, depicting Lao Tzu departing from the Qin Empire (221 BC to 207 BC), carrying the wisdom that shaped Taoist thought with him. The ox-head panther he rides symbolizes mysticism and the spiritual journey, adding another mythical dimension to the work.
"It expresses Xieyi very well, but at the same time, it also expresses a little bit of Western modern art, abstract art," said FegyvAri-Komori.
For many visitors, the exhibition is a chance to experience the dynamic evolution of Chinese art.
"My father had several books about Chinese art, about porcelains, ceramics, and paintings. It always struck me how different it is from our European tradition. There's a subtlety and sensitivity in it. The way they express emotions feels so unique and profound," said Daniel, a visitor.
The exhibition, part of celebrations of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Hungary and China, celebrates cultural exchange and shared appreciation for art and culture.
Contemporary Chinese art expo held in Hungary helps cultivate ties between east and west
