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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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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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Shaping the Future of Warehouses: Key Takeaways from MODEX 2024
As the logistics and material handling sectors pivot towards recovery and innovation, MODEX 2024 emerges as the crucible of transformation. With an attendance spike reminiscent of pre-pandemic vigor—up by 30%—the event has become the epicenter of technological showcases, signaling a new chapter for industry efficiencies. The stakes? A competitive edge in an industry where, […]
Icom Hits Orlando for the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE 2024)
Icom America’s Jon Paul Beauchamp was in Orlando, Florida for IWCE 24, the International Wireless Communications Expo. Beauchamp sent greetings from Icom’s Booth, #805. Catch all of the highlights at Icom America.
Game-Changing Security Communication Solutions On Display at IWCE
One of the spotlights at this year’s IWCE event in Orlando, Florida were the security communication solutions which make a significant different in sensitive environments like public schools. How can dealers successfully navigate partnerships with agencies to enhance their security measures? Jon Paul Beauchamp of Icom America caught up with Paul Toth, the Owner […]
Amend & Progress: Exploring Four Perspectives in 2024 and Beyond
In a dynamic exchange on the Amend & Progress podcast by Vodori, Annalise Ludtke explores four perspectives in 2024 that will help bring effective content to the market now and beyond. With the participation of Vodori’s CEO and Co-Founder, Scott Rovegno, the conversation unveils insights on macro-level topics crucial to the organization’s strategic direction. […]
NIH Puts New Clinical Trial Guidelines Into Effect
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 […]
Managing Your Carbon Footprint
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 […]
Measuring with the Use of Fizeau Interferometers
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 […]
Apple’s New Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Roof
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 […]
On the Look-Out for Dry Eyes
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 […]
How Low Capital Investment in Wastewater Systems Waste Money
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 […]
Delta Private Jets Announces A New Way To Travel
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 […]
Building Manage Systems Not Ready To Handle High Performance Buildings
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. […]