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automotiveJuly 25, 2026

Rescale's AI Initiative Boosts Southeast Asian Manufacturing

Rescale's AI initiative, part of the Genesis Mission, is set to transform manufacturing in ASEAN countries.

Rescale's AI Initiative: A Game-Changer for ASEAN Manufacturers \\[n]In a significant move, Rescale has been awarded funding under the Genesis Mission, a U.S. Department of Energy-led initiative aimed at building the world's most powerful integrated science discovery platform. This development is not just a win for American manufacturers but also holds immense potential for factories in Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia. \\[n]The Genesis Mission, launched by executive order in November 2025, aims to double the productivity of scientific research within a decade. The mission's first major funding round, totaling $293 million, attracted over 8,000 applications, setting a new record for the Department of Energy. Among the selected projects is the Agentic HPC Pipeline Initiative (AHPI), which includes Rescale as a key partner. \\[n]AHPI addresses a critical issue in the adoption of advanced simulation codes developed by national laboratories. These codes, while highly sophisticated, have historically required specialized expertise and infrastructure, limiting their use by manufacturers. Rescale's platform, powered by agentic AI, will simplify the process, making it easier for engineers to select, configure, and run these simulations. The goal is to reduce the time and expertise needed by more than fivefold, enabling self-service access to these tools. \\[n]For ASEAN manufacturers, this means a significant reduction in the barriers to adopting advanced simulation technologies. Factories in Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia can now leverage these tools to optimize their processes, improve product quality, and accelerate innovation. For example, automotive and electronics manufacturers can use these simulations to test and refine designs, reducing the need for physical prototypes and speeding up time-to-market. \\[n]Moreover, the collaboration between Rescale and the national laboratories ensures that the benefits of federally funded research are not lost when specific projects end. The agentic workflows, surrogate models, and configured code environments will remain available on the Rescale platform, providing a continuous pathway for collaboration and innovation. \\[n]In conclusion, Rescale's involvement in the Genesis Mission and AHPI represents a significant step forward for the manufacturing sector in ASEAN. By democratizing access to advanced simulation tools, it empowers factories to stay competitive and innovative in an increasingly globalized market. For factory buyers, this means a more efficient, cost-effective, and technologically advanced approach to manufacturing, ultimately leading to better products and higher profitability. \\[n]To learn more about how Rescale's solutions can benefit your factory, visit rescale.com.

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Editorial rewrite by ASEAN Machine team, based on public reporting from Engineering.com, with added ASEAN manufacturing context.

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