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How AEye and Blue‑Band Are Powering the Smart Streets of Tomorrow
How AEye and Blue‑Band Are Powering the Smart Streets of Tomorrow In a move set to shake up urban mobility, AEye and Blue‑Band have joined forces in a partnership aimed at turbocharging smart city infrastructure with AI‑driven lidar solutions. The centrepiece of this collaboration is the integration...
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Infineon and NVIDIA Join Forces to Advance Humanoid Robotics
Infineon and NVIDIA Join Forces to Advance Humanoid Robotics Humanoid robotics is taking a leap forward, as Infineon Technologies AG partners with NVIDIA to deliver powerful, efficient, and scalable motion control solutions. This collaboration merges Infineon’s deep expertise in microcontrollers, se...
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Korea Takes the Helm in Setting Global Metaverse Standards
Korea Takes the Helm in Setting Global Metaverse Standards The Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) has marked a decisive moment in the race to define the metaverse’s future. At the ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 6 meeting held in London this June, the Metaverse Advisory Group was formally...
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FIRE Project Ignites Africa’s Transition to PFAS-Free Firefighting Foams
FIRE Project Ignites Africa’s Transition to PFAS-Free Firefighting Foams The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have joined forces to launch an ambitious environmental and safety drive — the Fortifying Infrastructure for Responsible Extinguishmen...
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NEC Optical Fibre Technology Enhances Real-Time Traffic Congestion Prediction
NEC Optical Fibre Technology Enhances Real-Time Traffic Congestion Prediction NEC Corporation has unveiled a ground-breaking optical fibre sensing technology capable of predicting sudden traffic congestion in real time with unprecedented accuracy. By tapping into existing roadside optical fibre comm...
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TAPCO Acquires Logix ITS to Drive Smarter Road Safety in the US
TAPCO Acquires Logix ITS to Drive Smarter Road Safety in the US Traffic and Parking Control Co., LLC (TAPCO), a recognised leader in intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and traffic safety solutions, has announced the acquisition of Logix ITS. This strategic deal brings together two industry inn...
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Unlocking the Secrets of Polymer Aging for a Sustainable Future
Unlocking the Secrets of Polymer Aging for a Sustainable Future Polymers are the workhorses of modern materials science, embedded in everything from life-saving medical devices to high-performance aerospace components. Their versatility has transformed industries, yet they share a hidden vulnerabili...
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HCSS and Samsara Join Forces for Smarter Fleet Management
HCSS and Samsara Join Forces for Smarter Fleet Management In a move set to reshape fleet management for heavy civil and infrastructure contractors, HCSS, the US-based leader in construction management software, has partnered with Samsara, the pioneer behind the Connected Operations® Platform. This i...
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Edeva Secures Major Investment to Drive Global Smart Traffic Expansion
Edeva Secures Major Investment to Drive Global Smart Traffic Expansion Edeva AB, the Linköping-based technology company on a mission to make cities safer and greener, has secured SEK 9.1 million in fresh investment. The funding will accelerate its ambitious growth strategy, enabling it to expand bot...
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Insta360 GO Ultra is the World’s Smallest 4K Camera
Insta360 GO Ultra is the World’s Smallest 4K Camera Insta360 has unveiled the GO Ultra, a pocket-sized powerhouse designed to capture life exactly as it happens. Retaining the tiny, hands-free design that creators love, the new model packs in serious upgrades for exceptional image quality and creati...
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Advanced Cutting Systems Are Transforming Civil Engineering
Advanced Cutting Systems Are Transforming Civil Engineering Roadbuilding in 2025 is no longer just about pouring concrete and rolling asphalt. Civil engineers face growing pressure to deliver infrastructure that lasts longer, costs less, and minimizes its environmental footprint. From highways that...
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Hydrogen Breakthrough Could Revolutionise Green Metal Production
Hydrogen Breakthrough Could Revolutionise Green Metal Production A pioneering study from Binghamton University and Brookhaven National Laboratory is challenging decades-old assumptions in the world of metal production. Published in Nature, the research shines a light on the differences between two c...
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Renesas Unveils USB-C Power Solution with Three-Level Topology
Renesas Unveils USB-C Power Solution with Three-Level Topology Renesas Electronics Corporation, a global leader in advanced semiconductor solutions, has raised the bar for USB-C power delivery with the launch of its RAA489300 and RAA489301 high-performance buck controllers. Designed around an innova...
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Eco-Conscious Strength with Lightweight Geopolymer Concrete in FRP Columns
Eco-Conscious Strength with Lightweight Geopolymer Concrete in FRP Columns In the ongoing narrative of sustainable construction, the combination of lightweight, eco-friendly geopolymer concrete and fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite columns stands out as a notable development. This research-le...
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Innovating Britain’s Infrastructure with Balfour Beatty and AI
Innovating Britain’s Infrastructure with Balfour Beatty and AI In a bid to reshape how Britain builds, Balfour Beatty has committed a substantial £7.2 million to integrate Microsoft 365 Copilot into its operations—an investment widely hailed as among the largest of its kind in the UK’s construction...
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Real-Time Impact Detection to Revolutionise Roadside Safety
Real-Time Impact Detection to Revolutionise Roadside Safety When it comes to roadside safety, every second counts. Traditional crash cushions, guardrails, and traffic signs are invaluable defences, yet their effectiveness relies heavily on maintenance teams knowing the moment these devices are compr...
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How Agnostic Automation Supercharges Stawell’s Mixed Mining Fleet
How Agnostic Automation Supercharges Stawell’s Mixed Mining Fleet Stawell Gold Mine, situated some 250 km north‑west of Melbourne, isn’t exactly new to automation. For over two decades, it’s called on RCT – Powered by Epiroc to enhance safety and ramp up productivity in its underground operations. W...
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Paving the Future with HDM‑5 Road Infrastructure in the Cloud
Paving the Future with HDM‑5 Road Infrastructure in the Cloud In a bold stride for transport planning, TRL and the World Bank have unveiled HDM‑5, a complete reinvention of the venerable Highway Development and Management (HDM) model. Since its origin in 1968, HDM has served as the analytical backbo...
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Digital Twin Framework Sets New Standard for Modular Building Efficiency
Digital Twin Framework Sets New Standard for Modular Building Efficiency Relocatable modular buildings (RMBs) have long been hailed as a sustainable and flexible alternative to conventional construction. Their appeal lies in the ability to assemble prefabricated modules quickly, transport them with...
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Concrete That Heals Itself with Bacteria could Transform the Built Environment
Concrete That Heals Itself with Bacteria could Transform the Built Environment Concrete may be the backbone of our cities, roads and bridges, but it’s not invincible. Over time, exposure to temperature fluctuations, heavy loads and water penetration creates tiny cracks. Left unchecked, these fissure...
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Trimble Unveils 0-60 Challenge Trailblazing Startup Finalists for 2025
Trimble Unveils 0-60 Challenge Trailblazing Startup Finalists for 2025 Trimble has revealed the sixteen trailblazing startups selected as finalists in its prestigious annual Trimble 0-60 Challenge. This accelerator programme champions innovation in the architecture, engineering, construction, and as...
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Antigravity A1 8K 360 Drone Takes Immersive Flight to New Heights
Antigravity A1 8K 360 Drone Takes Immersive Flight to New Heights Antigravity, a fresh face in the aerial tech market incubated by Insta360 and industry collaborators, has lifted the curtain on its debut innovation: the Antigravity A1. This is the world’s first drone capable of capturing 8K 360-degr...
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AI Resilience for the Grid to Safeguard Energy Systems
AI Resilience for the Grid to Safeguard Energy Systems Artificial intelligence has steadily made its way into critical sectors, and the energy grid is no exception. For decades, utilities have relied on data-driven tools for maintenance planning, load forecasting and operational oversight. Now, AI i...
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Aeva Atlas Orion 4D LiDAR for Smart Infrastructure and Security
Aeva Atlas Orion 4D LiDAR for Smart Infrastructure and Security Aeva® has unveiled the Atlas™ Orion, a next-generation 4D LiDAR sensor designed to redefine the way cities, infrastructure managers, and security teams see their world. With the ability to detect objects at remarkable distances,...
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Paving the Way for a Stronger, Greener Future with Compression-Cast Concrete
Paving the Way for a Stronger, Greener Future with Compression-Cast Concrete A new era in concrete technology could be on the horizon, thanks to an innovative approach that promises both strength and sustainability. Researchers have unveiled compression-cast concrete (CCC), a manufacturing method de...
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Cracking the Code of Surface Topography
Cracking the Code of Surface Topography Anyone who has slipped on a gleaming marble floor or battled for traction on an icy road understands that surfaces matter. In manufacturing, whether it’s crafting high-performance running shoes, precision-engineered robotics, or semiconductor chips, surface ch...
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Light-Driven Breakthrough in Atom-Thin Metals Paves the Way for Next-Gen Devices
Light-Driven Breakthrough in Atom-Thin Metals Paves the Way for Next-Gen Devices In a leap forward for the electronics industry, researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities have unveiled a method to steer the flow of electricity in atom-thin metallic films at room temperature using light....
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The Best In Situ Construction Methods for a Lunar Future
The Best In Situ Construction Methods for a Lunar Future As humanity inches closer to establishing a permanent presence beyond Earth, the focus of lunar exploration is shifting from short-term visits to long-term settlement. This evolution makes in situ lunar construction not just an option, but a n...
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UAV Technology Sets New Benchmark for Engineering Inspections
UAV Technology Sets New Benchmark for Engineering Inspections The engineering world is no stranger to change, yet few developments have been as swift and disruptive as the rise of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). In a landmark study published in Engineering, a global team led by Lu Zhen, Zhiyuan Yan...
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Startup Launches Gamma Ray Plumbing Pipe Scanner in Thailand
Startup Launches Gamma Ray Plumbing Pipe Scanner in Thailand Clogged pipes are a universal headache. From apartment blocks to sprawling office complexes, discovering exactly where and why a blockage exists is rarely straightforward. Too often, the hunt for the culprit involves ripping up walls, floo...
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Smarter Fault Detection With Adaptive Graph Learning for Rotating Machinery
Smarter Fault Detection With Adaptive Graph Learning for Rotating Machinery Rotating machinery forms the backbone of industries from manufacturing to energy generation, but these systems are constantly under stress. Bearings, gearboxes, and pumps can develop faults that, if not detected early, lead...
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RodRadar Expands LDR Excavate™ Bucket Range for Major Infrastructure Projects
RodRadar Expands LDR Excavate™ Bucket Range for Major Infrastructure Projects RodRadar, the company behind the pioneering Live Dig Radar® (LDR) technology, has taken a bold step forward in safeguarding excavation operations. By introducing two new LDR Excavate™ bucket types, specifical...
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Switzerland Rolls Out Next-Generation Toll Control System
Switzerland Rolls Out Next-Generation Toll Control System Switzerland, one of Europe’s most critical transit hubs for freight traffic, is embarking on a transformative overhaul of its heavy vehicle toll collection system. Kapsch TrafficCom, a global leader in intelligent transport solutions, has beg...
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Smarter Digital Twins With Bayesian Calibration Framework
Smarter Digital Twins With Bayesian Calibration Framework Digital twins have become indispensable in advanced manufacturing, especially in the semiconductor and display industries. These virtual replicas of automated material handling systems (AMHSs) offer visibility, predictability, and responsiven...
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Texas Welcomes ASI as Automation Leader Accelerates US Growth
Texas Welcomes ASI as Automation Leader Accelerates US Growth Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI), the globally recognised leader in industrial vehicle automation, has officially expanded its US operations into the heart of Texas. Marking the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on 30 July, ASI unve...
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Exertis Enterprise Takes the Lead with H3C in Europe
Exertis Enterprise Takes the Lead with H3C in Europe In a bold stride towards reshaping the digital infrastructure landscape across Europe, Exertis Enterprise has been named the sole distributor of H3C in the UK & Ireland, Benelux, and the Nordics. This exclusive agreement opens the door to a ne...
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Bentley Going Digital Awards Finalists Set the Standard for Infrastructure Innovation
Bentley Going Digital Awards Finalists Set the Standard for Infrastructure Innovation Bentley Systems has unveiled the finalists for the 2025 Going Digital Awards, shining a spotlight on a remarkable range of infrastructure projects from across the globe. With nearly 250 entries from 47 countries, t...
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OMRON’s Weather Sensor Sets the Benchmark for Climate-Ready Innovation
OMRON’s Weather Sensor Sets the Benchmark for Climate-Ready Innovation As climate patterns grow increasingly erratic and resource pressures mount, the demand for actionable, real-time environmental data has surged. OMRON Electronic Components, long established as a global pioneer in advanced c...
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Pipebursting Technology Makes a Comeback in the UK with AMP8
Pipebursting Technology Makes a Comeback in the UK with AMP8 In a sector where innovation is often tied to the flash of new tech, one veteran method is making a strong return. Pipebursting, a trenchless pipe replacement technique that first caught attention back in the late 1970s, is finding itself...
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Bridging the Digital Divide in Maine with Smart Mapping and Community Outreach
Bridging the Digital Divide in Maine with Smart Mapping and Community Outreach In the race to make the digital world more inclusive, Maine is carving out a blueprint that could serve as a model for rural regions across the United States. For years, the issue of broadband access in remote areas has r...
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John Deere Unleashes PRO Service for Machinery Self-Repair
John Deere Unleashes PRO Service for Machinery Self-Repair John Deere has fired the starting gun on a bold new era of self-repair with the launch of its Operations Center PRO Service. Tailored for construction, agriculture, turf, and forestry customers, this next-generation digital platform is desig...
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Pioneering Smarter Streets with Aeva 4D LiDAR Technology
Pioneering Smarter Streets with Aeva 4D LiDAR Technology In the race to make roads safer and cities smarter, D2 Traffic Technologies has taken a bold step forward. The intelligent transportation systems (ITS) provider has chosen Aeva’s advanced 4D LiDAR technology to power its next-generation traffi...
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SPARK Microsystems and TokenMe Rewire Construction Safety with Smart IoT
SPARK Microsystems and TokenMe Rewire Construction Safety with Smart IoT In an industry constantly walking the tightrope between productivity and risk, the construction sector has long sought smarter, real-time solutions to boost safety and streamline operations. Now, thanks to a powerful new allian...
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Electric Charge Shapes the Future of Smart Materials
Electric Charge Shapes the Future of Smart Materials A quiet revolution is brewing in the realm of materials science, and it all begins with a twist—literally. Researchers from the University of Vienna and the University of Edinburgh have cracked a complex question: how can we reversibly control the...
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GNSS Systems Unveil the Subtle Movements of Bridges
GNSS Systems Unveil the Subtle Movements of Bridges Long-span bridges are more than just feats of engineering. They’re living structures, constantly responding to the ebb and flow of natural forces and human activity. Be it the gusty wind sweeping across a Scottish loch or the unyielding flow...
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Fixing the Hidden Problem Behind Stranded Space Rovers
Fixing the Hidden Problem Behind Stranded Space Rovers When the Mars rover Spirit ground to a halt in 2009, buried axle-deep in a deceptively innocent-looking Martian sand trap, engineers at NASA spent months trying to free it remotely. Despite their best efforts, the mission was eventually declared...
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Extracting Gold Sustainably from Ore and E‑Waste
Extracting Gold Sustainably from Ore and E‑Waste Gold’s role in technology, aerospace and finance is indisputable, but extracting it comes at a high environmental price. Traditional mining relies heavily on cyanide and mercury, chemicals infamous for pollution and health risks. A breakthrough study...
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How Power Cords Influence Data Center Sustainability
How Power Cords Influence Data Center Sustainability Jae Ro, marketing manager at SIGNAL + POWER, supplier of IEC plug connectors, discusses how selecting the right power cords through careful material choice, regulatory compliance, SKU consolidation, and lifecycle thinking can help data centers ope...
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The Rise of Industrial AI in Smart Manufacturing Highlighted at ARC India Forum
The Rise of Industrial AI in Smart Manufacturing Highlighted at ARC India Forum The ARC Advisory Group’s 23rd India Forum, held on July 10-11, 2025, wasn’t just another tech conference. It was a vibrant convergence of over 300 industry leaders, technology pioneers, and forward-thinking executi...
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How Digital Workflows Boost Sustainability and Help Contractors Prove It
How Digital Workflows Boost Sustainability and Help Contractors Prove It Sustainability commitments and reporting have become regular and important parts of the bidding process for construction, and for public work in particular. So it’s no surprise that being able to stand by their credentials is a...
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Smarter Manufacturing Through Data-Model Fusion
Smarter Manufacturing Through Data-Model Fusion In today’s high-speed, high-stakes industrial world, manufacturers and engineers are no longer satisfied with guesswork or siloed systems. They’re after precision, agility, and insight—all rolled into one seamless operation. That’s exactly where Data-M...
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Reimagining Cities in 3D with Geo-SETRA
Reimagining Cities in 3D with Geo-SETRA Modern cities are a maze of high-rises, tight alleyways, and oddly shaped rooftops—a visual playground for drones and satellites, but a headache for traditional remote sensing systems. The reality? Most Tomographic Synthetic Aperture Radar (TomoSAR) technologi...
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A Universal Rulebook for Flood-Resilient Urban Transport
A Universal Rulebook for Flood-Resilient Urban Transport As climate change accelerates, the threat of extreme weather events grows ever more pressing. For urban planners and policymakers, floods aren’t just an inconvenience anymore — they’re an inevitable test of how well a city can hold its own. An...
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Predicting Tree Root Trouble for Smarter Cities and Cleaner Sewers
Predicting Tree Root Trouble for Smarter Cities and Cleaner Sewers It might sound surprising, but some of the most damaging infrastructure issues lurking beneath our streets aren’t caused by traffic, time or poor workmanship – they’re the work of street trees. Specifically, their roots....
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Smarter Navigation for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics
Smarter Navigation for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics When it comes to coordinating fleets of autonomous vehicles or robotic teams, every millisecond and data packet counts. But what if we could teach these systems to learn faster and act smarter, with half the data? That’s precisely what research...
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Shaping the Future of Infrastructure at IBEW 2025 in Singapore
Shaping the Future of Infrastructure at IBEW 2025 in Singapore Set against the unmistakable skyline of Marina Bay Sands, the International Built Environment Week (IBEW) 2025 is poised to take centre stage from 3 to 5 September in Singapore. It’s not just another industry conference—it’s the go-to hu...
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The Role of 3D Printing in Shaping Nuclear Energy Infrastructure
The Role of 3D Printing in Shaping Nuclear Energy Infrastructure The world of nuclear infrastructure is experiencing a remarkable transformation, driven by innovation and cutting-edge technologies like 3D printing. A ground-breaking collaboration between the Department of Energy’s Manufacturing Demo...
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Drone Swarms vs Wildfires with Early Intervention from Above
Drone Swarms vs Wildfires with Early Intervention from Above Wildfires are no longer rare disasters – they’ve become a summer certainty in many parts of the world, from the mountains of California to the islands of Greece. Blistering heat waves and drought, exacerbated by climate change, are turning...
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Redefining the Middle Mile with the AIRO Cargo Drone
Redefining the Middle Mile with the AIRO Cargo Drone At the 2025 EAA AirVenture show in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, AIRO made a bold move that’s turning heads across aerospace and logistics sectors alike. The company unveiled its all-new, medium-lift cargo drone, purpose-built for the middle-mile segment of...
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Robotic Process Automation is Transforming Construction Project Management
Robotic Process Automation is Transforming Construction Project Management Road construction projects have long been plagued by mountains of paperwork, approval bottlenecks, and administrative delays that can stretch timelines and inflate budgets. A single highway project might generate thousands of...
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Valley Interior Systems Sets the Pace with HP SitePrint Robots
Valley Interior Systems Sets the Pace with HP SitePrint Robots Valley Interior Systems, a long-established name in the American interior construction landscape, is taking a bold leap into the future. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, and serving clients across Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee, the com...
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Quantum Computing could Revolutionise Low-Carbon Building Management
Quantum Computing could Revolutionise Low-Carbon Building Management Buildings, for all their bricks and mortar, are voracious consumers of energy. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), they account for nearly 40% of global energy use and more than a quarter of energy-related CO2 emiss...
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Mapping the Future with Esri’s Powerhouse Trio of New GIS Books
Mapping the Future with Esri’s Powerhouse Trio of New GIS Books Esri, the global heavyweight in location intelligence, has just upped the ante with a trio of powerful new publications that blend storytelling, technical mastery, and educational depth into one compelling package. Whether you...
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Nissan Supercharges Logistics with UK’s First Shared eHGV Charging Hub
Nissan Supercharges Logistics with UK’s First Shared eHGV Charging Hub This pilot project forms part of the UK Government’s £200 million push to make zero-emission HGVs a commercial reality. Delivered through Innovate UK, the Electric Freightway project is one of several demonstrator programme...
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Gripping the Future with Gecko-Inspired Adhesives for Robotic Handling
Gripping the Future with Gecko-Inspired Adhesives for Robotic Handling In the fast-evolving realm of robotics and material science, a quiet revolution is taking place, one that could reshape how machines interact with their environment. Engineers at Xi’an Jiaotong University in China have taken a bo...
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Esri and Microsoft Join Forces to Usher in a New Era of AI Geospatial Intelligence
Esri and Microsoft Join Forces to Usher in a New Era of AI Geospatial Intelligence In a move that’s set to shake up the landscape of geospatial technology, Esri has announced a deeper integration with Microsoft, leveraging the Azure OpenAI Service to embed intelligent capabilities into ArcGIS....
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