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Transforming Bridge Maintenance with Digital Smart Monitoring in Vietnam
Transforming Bridge Maintenance with Digital Smart Monitoring in Vietnam Ageing bridges across the globe pose a significant safety risk, especially in rapidly developing nations like Vietnam. The need for effective and economical maintenance solutions for small- and medium-sized bridges has become u...
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Transforming Infrastructure and Nature with Sustainable Robotics
Transforming Infrastructure and Nature with Sustainable Robotics The global stage is set, environmental challenges are mounting, and infrastructure demands are growing increasingly complex. With the world grappling to balance sustainability with development, robotics has emerged as a critical player...
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Structural Safety gets a Hi-Tech Makeover with Nano-Optical Sensor Films
Structural Safety gets a Hi-Tech Makeover with Nano-Optical Sensor Films As buildings and infrastructure age, the need for effective, efficient structural monitoring has become critical. Traditional methods often require specialised equipment and expertise, leading to costly and time-intensive proce...
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Building Resilient Cities with Data and Collaboration
Building Resilient Cities with Data and Collaboration Cities today face a web of challenges that traditional, siloed approaches simply can’t untangle. From climate change to housing crises, addressing urban complexity requires more than isolated solutions—it demands a collective effort. The ERASMUS+...
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Virtual Test Rigs are Redefining Fatigue Testing for Heavy Machinery
Virtual Test Rigs are Redefining Fatigue Testing for Heavy Machinery The construction industry, often heralded for its technological advances, has faced a long-standing challenge in fatigue testing. Critical components like bulldozer push arms endure relentless wear from vibration, tension, and impa...
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Toyoda Gosei Unveils Smartphone-Based Truck Load Calculation System
Toyoda Gosei Unveils Smartphone-Based Truck Load Calculation System Efficient logistics are the backbone of modern industries, and Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. has taken a giant leap forward in transport optimisation. Leveraging cutting-edge 3D sensing technology, the company has unveiled a smartphone-bas...
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Revolutionising Bridge Maintenance and Structural Safety with Robotic Inspection
Revolutionising Bridge Maintenance and Structural Safety with Robotic Inspection Orthotropic steel bridge decks (OSDs) are engineering marvels, underpinning some of the world’s most iconic long-span bridges. These lightweight yet robust structures are critical to modern infrastructure. However, thei...
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Transport Technology Forum Updates Traffic Control Systems Code of Practice
Transport Technology Forum Updates Traffic Control Systems Code of Practice As the world hurtles into a tech-driven future, the role of smart traffic management systems is becoming increasingly vital. Recognising this, the Transport Technology Forum (TTF) has taken the lead in updating an essential...
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Procore Takes Construction Innovation to the Next Level at Groundbreak 2024
Procore Takes Construction Innovation to the Next Level at Groundbreak 2024 Groundbreak 2024, hosted by Procore Technologies, Inc., isn’t just another industry conference. It’s a rallying cry for the future of construction. With ground-breaking announcements, visionary leaders, and cutting-edge tech...
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Durabook Celebrates 40 Years of Rugged Computing Solutions
Durabook Celebrates 40 Years of Rugged Computing Solutions For four decades, Durabook and its parent company, Twinhead International Corporation, have been trailblazers in the rugged computing industry. As they mark this impressive milestone, Durabook reflects on a year packed with achievements—intr...
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Transforming Navigation Accuracy with GEO-PULSE Cutting-Edge GPS Technology
Transforming Navigation Accuracy with GEO-PULSE Cutting-Edge GPS Technology The GEODNET Foundation is shaking up the world of vehicle navigation with GEO-PULSE, a GPS device that delivers centimetre-level accuracy by leveraging GEODNET, the largest Real-Time Kinematics (RTK) network globally. At jus...
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Unlocking the Power of Geographic Information Systems
Unlocking the Power of Geographic Information Systems Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have revolutionised the way we plan, build, and manage infrastructure. On this GIS Day, Highways.Today explores how GIS technology is transforming the construction and transportation industries, paving the way...
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Unified Micromobility Standards Will Create Smarter Transportation in Europe
Unified Micromobility Standards Will Create Smarter Transportation in Europe As micromobility options like e-scooters and other personal mobility devices (PMDs) gain traction across Europe, the regulatory landscape remains fragmented. While the UK edges closer to formalising legislation for these mo...
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Guide to Construction Management Software
Guide to Construction Management Software The construction industry is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements that aim to make projects more efficient, collaborative, and profitable. At the heart of this evolution lies construction management software—tools that have become indispens...
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Volvo Wireless-Charging Taxis are Pioneering the Future of Urban Mobility
Volvo Wireless-Charging Taxis are Pioneering the Future of Urban Mobility Gothenburg, Sweden, has become a beacon of sustainable innovation, hosting a revolutionary step in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology. Volvo Cars, in collaboration with InductEV, has unveiled a successful pilot programm...
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China Unleashing Hypergravity With Ground-breaking Research Facility
China Unleashing Hypergravity With Ground-breaking Research Facility China has just flipped the switch on what is now the world’s most advanced hypergravity research facility. Dubbed the Centrifugal Hypergravity and Interdisciplinary Experiment Facility (CHIEF), this state-of-the-art centre is set t...
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Komatsu Powering Smart Construction with AI Edge Solution
Komatsu Powering Smart Construction with AI Edge Solution In a bold move to modernise the construction landscape, Komatsu has merged Artificial Intelligence (AI) with its cutting-edge Smart Construction Edge platform, setting a new benchmark for digital transformation in construction sites. This lea...
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Reimagining UK Roads with AI for a Greener Future
Reimagining UK Roads with AI for a Greener Future The UK is consistently looking to the future of road travel, making progress on the government’s 2021 decarbonisation plan, titled A Better, Greener Britain. So far, 95% of the National Highways network is within 20 miles of an electric car charging...
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Digital Transformation and Green Technology at COP29
Digital Transformation and Green Technology at COP29 The world took a decisive step towards harnessing digital technology for climate action during COP29. With a strong declaration from global leaders and tech giants, the ‘Digitalisation Day’ at the conference solidified the role of digi...
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Don’t Miss Out on the Predictable Outcomes in Road Infrastructure Lifecycle Event
Don’t Miss Out on the Predictable Outcomes in Road Infrastructure Lifecycle Event Infrastructure challenges aren’t just technical—they’re strategic. How do you ensure that roads are built to last, projects stay on budget, and environmental goals are met? Bentley Systems is inviting industry leaders,...
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Volvo Adopts Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE for Electric Vehicle Development
Volvo Adopts Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE for Electric Vehicle Development In a world that’s rapidly shifting gears toward electric and autonomous vehicles, automotive giants like Volvo Cars are steering full throttle into the future. A key player behind this revolution is Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEX...
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Stratasys Streamlines Additive Manufacturing with GrabCAD Enhancements
Stratasys Streamlines Additive Manufacturing with GrabCAD Enhancements The future of additive manufacturing just got a whole lot smarter, greener, and more efficient. Stratasys has unveiled significant enhancements to its popular GrabCAD Print™ and GrabCAD Print Pro™ software. These up...
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Eaton and Treehouse Partnership Transforming Residential Energy
Eaton and Treehouse Partnership Transforming Residential Energy In a bold move to revolutionise the future of residential electrification, Eaton and Treehouse have joined forces. This partnership marks a significant leap toward accelerating the mass adoption of electric vehicle (EV) charging and hom...
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Introducing a New Era of Safety Leadership with Caterpillar’s MindShift Program
Introducing a New Era of Safety Leadership with Caterpillar’s MindShift Program Safety in the workplace is a non-negotiable, especially in high-risk industries like construction and heavy machinery. However, many traditional safety systems still rely on outdated methods—ones that often overloo...
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Tech Accelerator Propelling UK Clean Mobility Startups Forward
Tech Accelerator Propelling UK Clean Mobility Startups Forward The UK’s journey toward a sustainable, zero-emission future took another leap forward recently as 11 innovative clean-mobility start-ups showcased their cutting-edge technologies at the Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (T...
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xMEMS Revolutionising Micro-Cooling with Fan-on-a-Chip
xMEMS Revolutionising Micro-Cooling with Fan-on-a-Chip In a world driven by ever-slimmer gadgets and power-hungry AI technologies, cooling solutions have struggled to keep pace—until now. Enter xMEMS Labs with their ground-breaking XMC-2400 µCooling™ chip, a marvel set to redefine thermal man...
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Leveraging Data to Optimise Highway Construction Projects
Leveraging Data to Optimise Highway Construction Projects In the bustling world of highway construction, maintaining traffic flow while expanding infrastructure is a balancing act that demands precision. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and California’s Caltrans have risen to th...
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Meet the Winners of the 2024 Construction Startup Competition
Meet the Winners of the 2024 Construction Startup Competition The construction industry stands at the cusp of a technological renaissance, driven by a new wave of innovative startups challenging traditional norms. Now in its eighth edition, the Construction Startup Competition 2024 has once again un...
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Bentley Systems’ Role in Designing Next-Generation Road Infrastructure
Bentley Systems’ Role in Designing Next-Generation Road Infrastructure In an age where infrastructure is at the heart of urban development and sustainability, technology is stepping up to redefine how roads and highways are planned, built, and maintained. Bentley Systems, a leader in infrastructure...
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Trimble Celebrates Construction Excellence at Innovation Awards
Trimble Celebrates Construction Excellence at Innovation Awards Trimble has once again shone a spotlight on exceptional achievements in the construction sector with its 2024 Construction Innovation Awards. This prestigious annual event acknowledges the transformative power of technology in re...
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Transforming Hydropower with the Power of Digital Twins in Dam Operations
Transforming Hydropower with the Power of Digital Twins in Dam Operations In an era where renewable energy sources are taking centre stage, hydropower remains a steadfast player. Yet, managing these complex systems has always been a challenge. Today, thanks to innovative technologies like digital tw...
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Construction AI Innovations Unveiled at Trimble Dimensions User Conference
Construction AI Innovations Unveiled at Trimble Dimensions User Conference Trimble has once again taken centre stage in revolutionising the construction industry with its latest advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). During the recently concluded Trimble Dimensions User Conference, attendees...
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Trimble SketchUp Achieves Milestone With Over One Million Active Subscribers
Trimble SketchUp Achieves Milestone With Over One Million Active Subscribers Trimble’s SketchUp has officially crossed the one million active subscriber mark, a testament to its continued evolution and widespread adoption in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Unvei...
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Trimble Expands ProjectSight Access with Free AI-Powered Tools
Trimble Expands ProjectSight Access with Free AI-Powered Tools In a bold move to democratise construction project management, at the annual Trimble Dimensions User Conference, Trimble announced a new, no-cost version of its popular Trimble ProjectSight® software. This initiative is a game-changer fo...
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Trimble Transforming Workflows with New App Xchange and Marketplace
Trimble Transforming Workflows with New App Xchange and Marketplace In a world where construction technology constantly evolves, contractors and developers are often challenged to keep their systems interconnected for seamless operations. Enter Trimble’s latest leap forward: the enhanced Trimb...
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SRL Expands Leadership Team to Fuel Future Success
SRL Expands Leadership Team to Fuel Future Success In an exciting move poised to shake up the traffic management industry, SRL Traffic Systems has announced a significant expansion of its leadership team. With a strategic focus on driving commercial growth while staying at the cutting edge of techno...
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VivaCity and TfWM’s AI-Powered Revolution for Smarter Roads, Safer Cities
VivaCity and TfWM’s AI-Powered Revolution for Smarter Roads, Safer Cities In a world where cities are growing denser and transportation networks busier, ensuring road safety remains a formidable challenge. But VivaCity, in partnership with Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) and the West Midlan...
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Bentley Systems Pioneering the Growth of the Infrastructure Software Industry
Bentley Systems Pioneering the Growth of the Infrastructure Software Industry As the digital era transforms every facet of our lives, the construction and infrastructure sectors are no exception. Amid this revolution stands Bentley Systems, a leader in infrastructure engineering software that’...
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Trimble revolutionising Compact Track Loaders with Siteworks Machine Guidance
Trimble revolutionising Compact Track Loaders with Siteworks Machine Guidance Trimble has introduced a game-changer in compact track loader operation with its latest offering: the Trimble Siteworks Machine Guidance Module for compact track loaders. Extending the robust functionality of Siteworks—ori...
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Turning Hazardous Waste into Low-Carbon Cement
Turning Hazardous Waste into Low-Carbon Cement China’s rapid urbanisation has spurred an equally rapid growth in waste production. At the heart of this challenge is the country’s expanding waste incineration sector, where approximately 90% of facilities use mechanical grate furnaces to process munic...
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Blyncsy Celebrates Google Cloud Sustainability Partner Designation
Blyncsy Celebrates Google Cloud Sustainability Partner Designation In a notable advancement for sustainability in transportation, Blyncsy, a company under the Bentley Systems umbrella, has recently been awarded the Google Cloud Ready – Sustainability designation. This accomplishment highlights Blync...
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FPT and THIQAH Progressing Digital Transformation in Saudi Arabia
FPT and THIQAH Progressing Digital Transformation in Saudi Arabia In a significant move toward bolstering Saudi Arabia’s digital landscape, leading technology powerhouse FPT has forged a strategic partnership with THIQAH, a prominent provider of smart business solutions within the Kingdom. Signed un...
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Toyota and Joby Aviation’s Journey to Transform Air Mobility
Toyota and Joby Aviation’s Journey to Transform Air Mobility In a significant step toward shaping the future of mobility, Toyota Motor Corporation and Joby Aviation showcased their ambitious collaboration in air mobility. The event, held at Toyota’s Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Shizuoka, J...
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Kymeta’s Goshawk u8 redefining Mobile Connectivity with Multi-Orbit Technology
Kymeta’s Goshawk u8 redefining Mobile Connectivity with Multi-Orbit Technology In the realm of satellite communication, Kymeta has once again set a new standard with the launch of its latest innovation, the Goshawk™ u8. This cutting-edge, hybrid GEO-LEO flat-panel antenna is redefining...
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Multi-Sector Partnership Paving the way for Vehicle-to-Grid Power
Multi-Sector Partnership Paving the way for Vehicle-to-Grid Power Electric vehicles (EVs) are on the brink of revolutionising more than just personal and fleet transportation. With the advent of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology, a collaboration led by industry giants, research institutions, and regu...
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deepSPACE Redefines Engineering Design Exploration
deepSPACE Redefines Engineering Design Exploration Forget what you know about design software. deepSPACE, a ground-breaking generative AI tool developed by Jordan Smart, an aerospace engineer at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, transforms the way designers and engineers approach probl...
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Maxell Pushes Toward All-Solid-State Battery Innovation by 2027
Maxell Pushes Toward All-Solid-State Battery Innovation by 2027 Maxell, Ltd., once known for revolutionising battery technology and magnetic tape back in 1961, is now setting its sights on a new frontier in energy storage: all-solid-state batteries. Through its ambitious “MEX26” medium-t...
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How Self-Healing and Eco-Friendly Roads Are Paving the Way to Sustainability
How Self-Healing and Eco-Friendly Roads Are Paving the Way to Sustainability Imagine driving on a road embedded with microcapsules that release healing agents to mend cracks autonomously. You might wonder how this technology works and what it means for the future of our infrastructure. Self-healing...
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The Complete Guide to BIM – Building Information Modeling
The Complete Guide to BIM – Building Information Modeling In the modern era, sustainability is more than just an objective; it’s the core of responsible construction. With tighter regulations, environmental goals, and shifting client demands, the need for effective, efficient, and sustai...
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Topcon’s Topnet Live Service Now Spans Western USA and Hawaii
Topcon’s Topnet Live Service Now Spans Western USA and Hawaii Topcon Positioning Systems has made a substantial leap in its GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) correction services with an extensive expansion of its Topnet Live network across the Western United States and Hawaii. With this addi...
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The Future of Urban Air Mobility and Smart Cities
The Future of Urban Air Mobility and Smart Cities Urban air mobility (UAM) is no longer the realm of sci-fi or cartoon fantasies. Soon, electric flying taxis, known as eVTOLs (electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft), may take to the skies to whisk people and cargo over city congestion. Majo...
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Esri and Autodesk Revolutionise AECO Planning
Esri and Autodesk Revolutionise AECO Planning In an industry where precision and context are everything, Esri, the leader in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, and Autodesk, a major force in Building Information Modeling (BIM), are charting a new course for architecture, engineering, c...
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Revolutionising Machine Networking with Liebherr Connect
Revolutionising Machine Networking with Liebherr Connect In an era where digitalisation and connectivity reign supreme, Liebherr is making waves with its innovative solution, Liebherr Connect. This cutting-edge technology is not just a step forward; it’s a leap into the future of construction...
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Revolutionary Neural Network Bringing 3D Life to Ancient Reliefs
Revolutionary Neural Network Bringing 3D Life to Ancient Reliefs In a world where heritage sites deteriorate by the day, a pioneering neural network offers a powerful tool to bring cultural relics back to their former glory—virtually, at least. Developed by an international team led by Professor Sat...
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3DEXPERIENCE Paving the Way to Net Zero with PACT Certification
3DEXPERIENCE Paving the Way to Net Zero with PACT Certification In a world racing towards sustainability, Dassault Systèmes has positioned itself as a forerunner in the drive for carbon transparency. The company’s 3DEXPERIENCE platform has recently received a notable certification: recognition as a...
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Building Tomorrow with the Top Construction Industry Trends for 2025
Building Tomorrow with the Top Construction Industry Trends for 2025 The construction industry is on the cusp of a transformative shift, with emerging technologies and data-driven solutions set to redefine how work is planned, executed, and monitored. Trimble, a leader in construction tech, has shar...
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Building US Smart Cities with Sand Technologies and National Smart Coalitions Partnership
Building US Smart Cities with Sand Technologies and National Smart Coalitions Partnership As cities worldwide grapple with rapid urbanisation, environmental challenges, and growing infrastructure demands, smart-city initiatives are reshaping how they manage resources and serve citizens. In the Unite...
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Causeway Technologies announces Buchanan Computing Acquisition
Causeway Technologies announces Buchanan Computing Acquisition In a major stride toward modernising UK highways, Causeway Technologies, a pioneer in construction tech, has acquired Buchanan Computing, a long-time leader in traffic management solutions. This acquisition, integrating Buchanan’s ParkMa...
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The Power of Open Data Highway Mapping and Accessibility for US State DOTs
The Power of Open Data Highway Mapping and Accessibility for US State DOTs Blyncsy’s open API approach transforms how DOTs manage road infrastructure, offering flexibility and adaptability like never before. By publishing this highway data openly, Blyncsy is setting the stage for broader collaborati...
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Key Challenges in Building the World’s First Fully Smart Highway
Key Challenges in Building the World’s First Fully Smart Highway The concept of a fully integrated smart highway—a road where advanced technology seamlessly manages traffic, communicates with vehicles, ensures road safety, and even powers itself—has long been the vision of transportation innovators....
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New System Paves the Way for Smart City Navigation
New System Paves the Way for Smart City Navigation Navigating bustling urban landscapes is no small feat. With buildings towering on every side and dense networks of concrete and steel, traditional navigation technologies often come up short. GPS signals get blocked, reflections distort data, and th...
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3D Printing Ultra-Strong Stainless Steel
3D Printing Ultra-Strong Stainless Steel In an impressive breakthrough, researchers have successfully 3D printed one of the world’s toughest stainless steels—17-4 PH—offering significant advancements for industries ranging from aviation to medical devices. Traditionally, additive manufacturing, or 3...
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Salt Batteries are the Future of Safe, Sustainable Energy Storage
Salt Batteries are the Future of Safe, Sustainable Energy Storage In the annals of automotive history, the 1997 Mercedes-Benz A-Class became famous for tipping over during the “elk test.” As it turns out, the incident had roots in a simple yet monumental design switch. Originally intende...
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MobiPrint Mobile 3D Printing Robot Redefines Accessibility and Personalisation
MobiPrint Mobile 3D Printing Robot Redefines Accessibility and Personalisation In recent years, the world has witnessed the extraordinary evolution of 3D printing, transforming industries from manufacturing to medicine. But, until now, most 3D printers have been stationary, limiting their applicatio...
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Chemistry in the Cloud heralds a New Era of Sustainable Computing Solutions
Chemistry in the Cloud heralds a New Era of Sustainable Computing Solutions In an era where technology is rapidly advancing, scientific computing is no exception. Researchers worldwide are tackling monumental computing challenges, and now, cloud-based platforms are poised to revolutionise how scient...
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Cincoze CRYSTAL Panel PC’s are the Ultimate HMI Solution for Rugged Environments
Cincoze CRYSTAL Panel PC’s are the Ultimate HMI Solution for Rugged Environments Industrial panel PCs have become essential to many sectors, particularly those with demanding environments. Cincoze’s CRYSTAL series stands out for its versatility, robustness, and customizability, designed specif...
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