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Enabling New Services in Industrial IoT

Many machine or equipment manufacturers are looking to offer new services to their customers to enable additional revenue streams, and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technology provides a way to accomplish that goal. Read More at Machinedesign

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Transportation
Tech Gains Making inroads in the Transportation Industry

As technology giants break into the transportation industry, savvy leaders in the truck stop and travel plaza industry will find ways to capitalize on this trend to make more money. Tesla is disrupting the industry with a new all-electric tractor that is being marketed to Anheuser-Busch, PepsiCo and UPS Inc. 

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Sports & Entertainment
NBC Used Virtual 3D During Super Bowl Broadcast

During Super Bowl LII, NBC used virtual 3D broadcast graphic enhancements of the two QBs to keep fans up to date with how they were doing. NBC had six players do body scans before the game to make the experimental augmented reality appearances happen. “It’s been done in Europe a little bit, but I have […]

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digital solutions
Digital Solutions at the Heart of Energy Transition: ABB’s Strategy for a Greener Tomorrow
March 19, 2024

As the world embarks on a pivotal energy transition, companies like ABB are at the forefront, integrating digital solutions to support this shift. By focusing on sustainability, reliability, and the development of in-country value, ABB is reshaping how the energy sector operates, making it more efficient and adaptable to new challenges such as renewable […]

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data migration
Data Experts to the Rescue! Syniti Navigates Your Utility’s Data Migration Maze with Ease
March 19, 2024

In the rapidly evolving utilities industry, the transition towards modern and efficient data management systems is fraught with challenges, yet essential for scalability and sustainability. As companies strive for modernization, data migration emerges as a critical yet complex task, highlighted by the risk of data loss, the need for stakeholder engagement, and the potential […]

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operational technology
Skydio Pioneers Future of Utility Sector with Groundbreaking Operational Technology
March 18, 2024

The utility industry, at a pivotal moment of transformation, is witnessing a technological renaissance, spearheaded by innovative companies like Skydio. The Skydio X10 drone, a marvel of modern engineering, is revolutionizing how utilities inspect and maintain critical infrastructure, offering unmatched precision and reliability. This advancement is not isolated; it’s part of a broader trend […]

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Creating and Preserving Resilience is Priority for Utility Infrastructure
March 18, 2024

Growing conversations surrounding climate change have also intensified discussions on the frequency and severity of weather-related disasters, and the resilience of utility infrastructures, particularly power grids. As a result, examining the dynamic world of utility infrastructure is increasingly pertinent. This urgency to bolster the structural integrity of the electrical grid cannot be overstated since […]

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Other Articles
NIH Puts New Clinical Trial Guidelines Into Effect
January 30, 2018

Researchers requesting funding for clinical trials must determine if their research meets new criteria set by new NIH guidelines. The new guidelines breaks from the traditional understanding to also  include both basic biomedical research and basic social and behavioral research. The switch has caused somewhat of a controversy, with some researchers claiming that the guidelines […]

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Managing Your Carbon Footprint
January 25, 2018

U.S. corporations increasingly look to manage their carbon footprints, and energy costs, by entering into clean energy power purchase agreements (PPAs). The contracts offer a tailwind to renewable energy developers but can challenge traditional utility-customer relationships. Ninety-five percent of the world’s largest 250 companies by revenue issue sustainability reports that disclose their environmental and social […]

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Measuring with the Use of Fizeau Interferometers
January 25, 2018

The Fizeau interferometer is used to measure the shape and quality of optical surfaces at high precision.[1] It’s important to remember that not all reference optics are created equal, as design and construction causes quality fluctuation. When using reference optics to determine the flatness quality of other flat optical surfaces, it’s essential to have confidence […]

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Apple’s New Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Roof
January 25, 2018

Increasingly innovative construction means incorporating composites into the design and construction process. Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) is a strong yet light fiber-reinforced plastic often used when strength-to-weight ratio and rigidity are required. Aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, sporting goods, and other consumer and technical applications are being found for these fantastic materials, and one of […]

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On the Look-Out for Dry Eyes
January 25, 2018

For most of us, tears are associated solely with crying. In a moment of sadness or joy, we might shed a few tears–but otherwise, the curious water in our eyes is not something we typically worry about. Tears, as it turns out, are essential to maintaining eye health, helping to lubricate and nourish the eye […]

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How Low Capital Investment in Wastewater Systems Waste Money
January 25, 2018

All too often we pay attention current costs, ignoring future expenses—and savings. Municipalities and consultants do the same thing when considering investing in a wastewater pumping system, thinking about the short-term costs rather than thinking about factors that could dramatically affect operating costs and improve performance. Such short-sightedness costs you more over the long-run. Most […]

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Delta Private Jets Announces A New Way To Travel
January 20, 2018

Private air travel is about to change. At least for Delta customers, that is. Delta Private Jets is revamping their flight options, and it could open up new opportunities for individuals to fly in style for less money. The subsidiary of Delta Airlines recently announced that it will be offering a Sky Access membership program […]

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Building Manage Systems Not Ready To Handle High Performance Buildings
January 20, 2018

With the growing technological capabilities of green buildings, one thing has become clear– building management systems (BMS) are falling short.   While there have been small steps taken towards rectifying the need for stronger management in the last 5 years, the main issue seems to be that manufactures aren’t that great at IT problem solving. […]

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