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Podfather deployed for Highways Groundworks by C P Dynes
Podfather deployed for Highways Groundworks by C P Dynes Groundwork and drainage specialist C P Dynes has implemented Podfather fleet logistics software to help manage the movement of hundreds of cubic tonnes of excavated waste a month. Working for Morgan Sindall on a Β£65 million upgrade of the A12,...
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AENOR certifiesΒ Sacyr’s BIM Information Management System
AENOR certifiesΒ Sacyr’s BIM Information Management System AENOR has certified theΒ information management of the BIMΒ (Building Information Modelling) model used by Sacyr in its construction projects. This certification, toΒ ISO19650-1Β andΒ ISO19650-2Β standards, reflects the company’s commit...
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Intel accelerates AI Everywhere at Computex 2024
Intel accelerates AI Everywhere at Computex 2024 AI runs best on Intel across the compute continuum from the data centre, cloud and network to the edge and PC. Today at Computex, Intel unveiled cutting-edge technologies and architectures poised to dramatically accelerate the AI ecosystem β from the...
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Atomic Density Fluctuations in Silica Glass
Atomic Density Fluctuations in Silica Glass The intermediate range order of covalent glasses has been extensively studied in terms of the first sharp diffraction peak (FSDP), but the direct observation of the atomic density fluctuations that give rise to FSDP is still lacking. Addressing this gap, r...
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Volvo CE unveils Ground-breaking Innovations at Volvo Days 2024
Volvo CE unveils Ground-breaking Innovations at Volvo Days 2024 Volvo Days 2024, held in the scenic town of Eskilstuna, Sweden, was nothing short of a spectacle. Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) seized this opportunity to showcase its ambitious vision for the future, cementing its position a...
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New Concrete Sustainability App wins Tarmac Innovation Challenge
New Concrete Sustainability App wins Tarmac Innovation Challenge An innovative digital analysis tool that can help to improve the sustainability of concrete has been named the winner of Tarmacβs 2023 Innovation Challenge β an annual competition encouraging supply chain companies, SMEs and other orga...
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The Path to Greener Construction includes Accurate Machine Emissions Data
The Path to Greener Construction includes Accurate Machine Emissions Data Large diesel engine equipment wheeled, and static are significant producers of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions on a global scale. On a construction site scale, there are several ways to reduce COΒ² impact, including deploying gr...
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Avoiding Electric Car Charging Queues with AI
Avoiding Electric Car Charging Queues with AI More and more people drive electric cars, which has lead to congestion and queues when multiple cars need to charge at the same time. A new study from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden shows how AI-controlled charging stations, through smart al...
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University of Utah announce crucial Geothermal Energy Milestone
University of Utah announce crucial Geothermal Energy Milestone A major University of Utah-led geothermal research project, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), achieved a critical breakthrough in April after hydraulically stimulating and circulating water through heated rock formations a...
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A Road Asset Lifecycle Management Long-Term Solution
A Road Asset Lifecycle Management Long-Term Solution Mobile mapping technology and AI-driven software expedite and improve roadway design and construction, while providing the data necessary for cost-effective, ongoing maintenance. Across Europe, the issue of overdue maintenance on highways has reac...
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The Defense Contract Manufacturing Process Guide
The Defense Contract Manufacturing Process Guide The backbone of any strong national defense is a robust and reliable manufacturing sector. Defense contract manufacturing plays a critical role in this ecosystem, ensuring a steady supply of equipment, weaponry, and other essential gear for our armed...
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Snapmaker Celebrates Eight Years of Creativity and Innovation
Snapmaker Celebrates Eight Years of Creativity and Innovation June 1st marks a milestone for Snapmaker as it celebrates its 8th anniversary with a theme that takes us back to the core of its mission: “Play Well.” This theme, reminiscent of childhood joy and exploration, embodies Snapmake...
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XenomatiX shines bright at Geospatial World Excellence Awards 2024
XenomatiX shines bright at Geospatial World Excellence Awards 2024 At this year’s Geospatial World Forum, hosted in the vibrant city of Rotterdam from May 13-16, XenomatiX, a frontrunner in true solid-state LiDAR technology, received the illustrious Geospatial World Excellence Award for Techno...
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Power Supply issues responsible for most EV Charger Maintenance Callouts
Power Supply issues responsible for most EV Charger Maintenance Callouts Techniche today announced the results of a study into why EV chargers break down, revealing that 30% of all charger breakdowns require an engineer visit to fix them. Problems with the power supply were the primary reason, respo...
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Autobrains Liquid AI Software to be deployed in Chinese Electric Vehicles
Autobrains Liquid AI Software to be deployed in Chinese Electric Vehicles Autobrains, a disrupter in automotive artificial intelligence (AI) and Advanced Driver Safety Systems (ADAS), today announced their nomination, which will see Autobrainsβ innovative software, Liquid AI, deployed in a new line...
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Innovations in Electric Vehicle Design and Performance
Innovations in Electric Vehicle Design and Performance The emergence of electric vehicles (EVs) has revolutionised the way that people think about transportation. With EVs offering a greener and more efficient way to travel, theyβve addressed the needs and preferences of drivers who are interested i...
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Inspiring the Next Generation with the mBot2 Educational Robot Kit
Inspiring the Next Generation with the mBot2 Educational Robot Kit In the fast-evolving world of educational technology, the mBot2 by Makeblock stands out as a fantastic and fun tool for aspiring young engineers and coders. This little robot kit is designed to introduce children to the basics of pro...
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Imperial using Lower Emission Technology for Oil Production
Imperial using Lower Emission Technology for Oil Production Imperial today announced its Grand Rapids oil sands project has started production at Cold Lake, marking the first commercial deployment of the recovery technology that uses less steam to lower emissions intensity. The project, located at I...
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Improving Road Safety with Digital Evidence
Improving Road Safety with Digital Evidence A new report is encouraging police forces to change the way they talk about evidence of poor behaviour on the roads submitted by the public, by adopting the more accurate term βjourney camβ, rather than βdash camβ. The report is the culmination of a resear...
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Single-Board Plug-and-Play Gate Drivers for Renewable Energy Installations
Single-Board Plug-and-Play Gate Drivers for Renewable Energy Installations Power Integrations, the leader in gate driver technology for medium- and high-voltage inverter applications, today announced the launch of theΒ SCALE-iFlex™ XLTΒ family of dual-channel plug-and-play gate drivers for oper...
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iGUIDE immersive 2D and 3D Drawing Packages released
iGUIDE immersive 2D and 3D Drawing Packages released Planitar Inc., makers ofΒ iGUIDE, a proprietary camera and software platform for capturing and delivering 3D virtual tours and property data, today introduced two new computer-aided design (CAD) drawing packages available for purchase with its iGUI...
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Eaton announces Higher Power Electric Vehicle Fuses at ACT Expo
Eaton announces Higher Power Electric Vehicle Fuses at ACT Expo Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced it is now offering a portfolio of fuses for commercial electrified vehicles (EVs). Eaton Bussmann series fuses can handle up to 1,400 amps and 900 volts and can be tailored to c...
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Accelera launchesΒ Commercial Vehicle Hydrogen and Electric Solutions at ACT Expo
Accelera launchesΒ Commercial Vehicle Hydrogen and Electric Solutions at ACT Expo Accelera™ by Cummins, the zero-emissions business segment of Cummins Inc., has launched the next generation of several of its cutting-edge decarbonizing technologies that are shaping the future of clean transport...
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Range Energy and Dot Transportation launch Electric-Powered TrailerΒ Pilot
Range Energy and Dot Transportation launch Electric-Powered TrailerΒ Pilot Range Energy, the company bringing powered trailers to the commercial trucking market, today announced it has signed a pilot agreement with Dot Transportation, Inc.Β (DTI),Β the transportation affiliate of Dot Foods, the largest...
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Blue Bird Electric Step Van unveiled at ACT Expo
Blue Bird Electric Step Van unveiled at ACT Expo Blue Bird Corporation, the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, will debut its electric-powered step van at the upcoming 2024 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT Expo), North Americaβs largest advanced transportation technology and clean f...
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BAE and Eaton showcase Electric Drive Technology in Commercial Truck demo
BAE and Eaton showcase Electric Drive Technology in Commercial Truck demo BAE Systems, a leader inΒ electric propulsion, and Eaton, a global power management company, successfully tested their integrated electric drive system for medium- and heavy-duty commercial trucks. Using this technology, existi...
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Volvo unveils first-ever production ready Autonomous Truck at ACT Expo
Volvo unveils first-ever production ready Autonomous Truck at ACT Expo Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) today unveiled Volvoβs first-ever production ready autonomous truck at the ACT Expo in Las Vegas. The Volvo VNL Autonomous brings together Volvoβs commercial vehicle expertise with industry-lea...
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Teledyne FLIR updates AI-Enabled Neutrino Ground ISR Imaging Module
Teledyne FLIR updates AI-Enabled Neutrino Ground ISR Imaging Module Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated,Β today announced the next mid-wave infrared (MWIR)Β Neutrino Ground ISRΒ imaging module. The new ITAR-free Neutrino SX8-ISR 35-700 model with 1280×1024 resolution combines...
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Exploring the Science of Measurement on World Metrology Day
Exploring the Science of Measurement on World Metrology Day On the occasion of World Metrology Day on May 20, 2024, we invited Bruno Martin, Director Quality Management & Director Metrology at Minebea Intec, for an expert interview. In this interview, Bruno Martin sheds light on the fundamental...
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Trimble to showcase Surveying Solutions at DCW and GeoBusiness
Trimble to showcase Surveying Solutions at DCW and GeoBusiness Trimble is set to attend Digital Construction Week and GEO Business taking place at Londonβs ExCel, with the global technology company set to bring its construction and surveying solutions to the exhibition at Stand D250-300.. Trimble ha...
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B2W Customer Innovation Award Winners announced by Trimble
B2W Customer Innovation Award Winners announced by Trimble Trimble has announced the winners of the 2024 B2W Customer Innovation Awards(opens in a new window) for North American heavy civil contractors. Bituminous Roadways, Gulf Operators and Sherwood Companies are recognized for their Return on Inv...
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Harness the future mobility at the Unconference Mobility Camp
Harness the future mobility at the Unconference Mobility Camp Get ready to mark your calendars because Mobility Camp is making its much-anticipated return! That’s right, the volunteer-run βUnconferenceβ is back for its 7th year! Mobility Camp is coming to York on Friday 20th September, and it...
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Revolutionary DJI Zenmuse H30 pushes the boundaries of Aerial Visuals
Revolutionary DJI Zenmuse H30 pushes the boundaries of Aerial Visuals DJI, the world’s leader in civil drone technology has released the DJI Zenmuse H30 Series. This marks the first time that DJI has pushed the boundaries of the enterprise payload, delivering visuals night or day with clearer...
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German Bionic Holistic 360Β° Human Augmentation Platform set for VivaTech 2024
German Bionic Holistic 360Β° Human Augmentation Platform set for VivaTech 2024 This year at VivaTech, German Bionic unveils its comprehensive 360Β° Human Augmentation Platform. The user-centred ecosystem integrates the latest versions of the Apogee series e-exoskeletons together with German Bionic OS...
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48 Volt DC Converter for Harsh Environments introduced by Eaton
48 Volt DC Converter for Harsh Environments introduced by Eaton Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced it is now offering a higher power version of its low-voltage 48-volt DC/DC converter for commercial and off-highway vehicles that is designed to withstand the harsh environments...
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Iteris to spearhead Intelligent Transportation Project in Cebu
Iteris to spearhead Intelligent Transportation Project in Cebu Iteris, Inc., the worldβs trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced it has been chosen to support the selection and deployment of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) technologies in Me...
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Sheba Microsystems announces the first Autofocus Automotive Camera
Sheba Microsystems announces the first Autofocus Automotive Camera Sheba Microsystems Inc., a leader in MEMS technologies, today announced the launch of Sharp-7, the worldβs first autofocus automotive camera. It is the first time Sheba is offering an automotive-specific solution, incorporating an au...
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Isuzu developing Autonomous Logistics Business with $30m investment in Gatik
Isuzu developing Autonomous Logistics Business with $30m investment in Gatik Isuzu Motors Limited and Gatik AI, Inc. have agreed to further enhance the development of the North American autonomous driving business. Isuzu will invest US$30 million in Gatik, forging a strong partnership between the tw...
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TinyMobileRobots announces Data Logging for all TinySurveyor Robots
TinyMobileRobots announces Data Logging for all TinySurveyor Robots TinyMobileRobots, a Danish-based robotics company and innovator in surveying technology, is proud to announce the release of App version 9.9.0 and Robot Software version 9.9.6 for all TinySurveyor robots, scheduled for the 13th of M...
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SMT set to promote Future Construction Site Transition at Hillhead 2024
SMT set to promote Future Construction Site Transition at Hillhead 2024 SMT, the authorised dealer for Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) in Great Britain, will return to Hillhead 2024 with a renewed focus on net zero and guiding customersβ transition towards construction sites of the future, t...
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MY DEVELON Digital Platform launched to Manage Construction Equipment
MY DEVELON Digital Platform launched to Manage Construction Equipment To meet increased demand, DEVELON, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has introduced the latest iteration of its fleet management system – MY DEVELON: a new digital platform for managing construction equipment. βUsing t...
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MeasuringΒ Fine Particles inside High-Temperature Chimneys in Real-time
MeasuringΒ Fine Particles inside High-Temperature Chimneys in Real-time A newly developed technology has now made it possible to measure fine particle levels in challenging conditions, breaking the reliance on international technologies for such measurements. This pre-processing technology enables th...
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Empowering STEM Education with an xTool P2 Laser Cutter
Empowering STEM Education with an xTool P2 Laser Cutter In today’s educational landscape, the demand for effective STEM teaching methods is more pressing than ever. Educators constantly seek engaging tools and activities to foster student learning and skill development without sacrificing enjo...
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Impossible Metals tests UAV for Deep Sea Minerals Harvesting
Impossible Metals tests UAV for Deep Sea Minerals Harvesting Impossible Metals announced fully autonomous deep-water operations at a depth of one mile by its Eureka II AUV. This historic test represents the first ever deep-water dive by an autonomous vehicle designed specifically for deep sea minera...
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PlusProtect AI Technology enhances Next Generation Safety Systems
PlusProtect AI Technology enhances Next Generation Safety Systems Plus, a leading provider of highly automated and autonomous driving software solutions, announced today the launch of a new and breakthrough technology offering called PlusProtect™. PlusProtect is AI-based software that enhance...
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Continental introduces Cross-Domain High-Performance Computer in a Car
Continental introduces Cross-Domain High-Performance Computer in a Car Continental announced today that it has implemented a cross-domain High-Performance Computer (HPC) in a car. For the first time, hosting cockpit and additional vehicle functions such as driving safety and automated parking, inclu...
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The Development of Elastic Energy Storage Devices
The Development of Elastic Energy Storage Devices The joint research team, led by Dr. Chanwoo Yang and Researcher Seong Ju Park fromΒ Korea Institute of Industrial Technology(KITECH), along with Prof. Jin Kon Kim and Dr. Keon-Woo Kim from POSTECH, has successfully developed a compact energy storage d...
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Construction giants band together for biggest Startup Competition
Construction giants band together for biggest Startup Competition The Construction Startup Competition 2024, the biggest competition, network, and platform for startups in the construction and cleantech industries is now up and running. Prominent industry giants and venture capital firms Cemex Ventu...
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Digital Technologies are Transforming British Highways
Digital Technologies are Transforming British Highways The publication of National Highways βStrategic Road Network Initial Reportβ confirms the aim of making greater use of digital technologies within the highways sector, as well as the goal to cut carbon and focus efforts on maintaining existing a...
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Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing
Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing The growth opportunities for AI and robotics in manufacturing are vast and projected to reach $182 billion globally by 2027. Companies that fail to adopt these exponentially advancing technologies as part of their process risk falling behind, as...
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Eco-friendly Lubricant Additive designed to protect Water Turbines and Equipment
Eco-friendly Lubricant Additive designed to protect Water Turbines and Equipment Scientists at the Department of Energyβs Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed lubricant additives that protect both water turbine equipment and the surrounding environment. Each year, roughly 2.47 billion gallon...
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Bentley Technology saves $7m for Mountain Roadway Upgrade in Colorado
Bentley Technology saves $7m for Mountain Roadway Upgrade in Colorado Coloradoβs Interstate 70 (I-70) mountain corridor leads to some of the stateβs most popular recreational destinations and serves as a main east-west throughway for long-haul trucks transporting goods to Summit County and the Weste...
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M25 Junction kept open with Mabey Hire Monitoring Technology
M25 Junction kept open with Mabey Hire Monitoring Technology As one of the worldβs largest orbital motorways, carrying 15% of the UKβs motorway traffic, any maintenance closures of the M25 must be carefully planned to avoid major disruption. As a result, having real-time, easily accessible and accur...
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Wirtgen celebrates Sustainable Road Construction Technologies at Intermat
Wirtgen celebrates Sustainable Road Construction Technologies at Intermat The Wirtgen Group draws positive conclusions after the end of the Intermat show in Paris. Numerous professional visitors to the 700 square metre stand showed particular interest in Wirtgen products and technologies and enjoyed...
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NanoBioLubricants to make Industrial Grinding practices Eco-Friendly
NanoBioLubricants to make Industrial Grinding practices Eco-Friendly Traditional grinding processes heavily depend on metalworking fluids that contain harmful chemicals, posing significant environmental and health risks. As the industry shifts toward sustainability, there is an increasing demand for...
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The Role of Tracking in Augmented Reality
The Role of Tracking in Augmented Reality Tracking is used in the DELMIA Augmented Experience solution to identify the equipment to be assembled or inspected. Thanks to its 3D model, it simultaneously locates several elements at once, and displays the digital information required for the industrial...
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XTool P2 Laser Cutter Wins Red Dot Best of the Best 2024 Design Award
XTool P2 Laser Cutter Wins Red Dot Best of the Best 2024 Design Award The XTool P2 Laser Cutter stands out as a beacon of design excellence and functional prowess and the perfect tool for educational STEM learning. Recently honoured with the Red Dot 2024 Best of the Best Design Award, this CO2 laser...
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Iteris AI Hybrid Sensors used to upgrade Carson City Intersection Infrastructure
Iteris AI Hybrid Sensors used to upgrade Carson City Intersection Infrastructure Iteris, Inc., the worldβs trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced that Carson City, Nevada has chosen to upgrade the cityβs intersection detection sensors to Iterisβ Va...
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Scientists developing Fibre-Reinforced Polymer Composite MaterialsΒ
Scientists developing Fibre-Reinforced Polymer Composite Materials Scientists at the Department of Energyβs Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a method that demonstrates how fibre-reinforced polymer composite materials used in the automotive, aerospace and renewable energy industries can b...
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Making Concrete Stronger and More Durable with Resin
Making Concrete Stronger and More Durable with Resin Engineering structures made of concrete, steel, or other materials are subject to vibrations and stress. Because of this, small cracks appear, which grow and eventually lead to destruction. This phenomenon is called “fatigue failure”....
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New Water Pressure Sensor allows Utilities to Identify Leaks Remotely
New Water Pressure Sensor allows Utilities to Identify Leaks Remotely Sensata TechnologiesΒ has announced the launch of the 129CP Series Digital Water Pressure Sensor, which will help deliver enhanced smart pressure monitoring capabilities to water utilities and drive waste reduction. Water utilities...
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Robots and AI an active part of future Manufacturing Sites
Robots and AI an active part of future Manufacturing Sites An AI (artificial intelligence) technology for robot work, which allows robots to be easily applied to manufacturing processes, has been developed for the first time in the world. The newly developed technology can be used in a variety of pr...
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MIT exploring Cobalt-free Vehicle Batteries
MIT exploring Cobalt-free Vehicle Batteries Many electric vehicles are powered by batteries that contain cobalt β a metal that carries high financial, environmental, and social costs. MIT researchers have now designed a battery material that could offer a more sustainable way to power electric cars....
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Armour Steel
Armouring Steel to make even Tougher Materials Researchers demonstrated thatΒ stainless steel and other metal alloys coated with hexagonal boron nitride, or hBN, exhibit non-stick or low-friction qualities along with improved long-term protection against harsh corrosion and high-temperature oxidation...
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AI boosts resolution of Electrical Impedance Tomography for Structural Imaging
AI boosts resolution of Electrical Impedance Tomography for Structural Imaging Electrical impedance tomography (EIT) is a non-destructive imaging technique used to visualize the interior of materials. In this method, an electric current is injected between two electrodes, creating an electric field,...
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Infinitum unveilsΒ Sustainable Electric Motor for Commercial Applications
Infinitum unveilsΒ Sustainable Electric Motor for Commercial Applications At the AHR Expo, Infinitum, creator of the sustainable air-core motor, unveiled the next generation of its award-winningΒ Aircore EC, a high-efficiency motor system designed to sustainably power commercial and industrial applica...
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