Jul 30, 2026 | Featured, Nuclear, Safety
When Hartlepool’s nuclear power station came online in 1983, it had an initial lifespan of 25 years. Now in its 43rd year, its operator has announced another extension. While the news has been welcomed by hundreds of employees, is it safe to keep doing so?...
Jun 18, 2026 | First Responders, Robots, Safety
A detection robot developed under the leadership of TU Graz can “sniff out” hazardous substances and support high-risk fire service operations as a remote-controlled advance guard. A recent study shows how fire services can bring the high-tech helper into...
Jun 10, 2026 | Drones, Safety
t’s a race against the clock when someone falls overboard: People’s chances of being found before they drown from exhaustion or freeze to death dwindle by the minute. Rescue efforts are often hampered by the time it takes a vessel at full throttle to halt...
May 28, 2026 | Robotaxis, Safety
Waymo, the self-driving robotaxi company, is temporarily pausing its vehicles from operating on U.S. freeways, including in San Francisco and Los Angeles, to address safety concerns after reports emerged that the vehicles were operating unsafely. Within the last two...
May 20, 2026 | Autonomous Vehicles, Featured, Safety, Trucks
Oklahoma officials said fully autonomous commercial motor vehicles could begin appearing on state highways soon, as the technology continues to advance and freight movement grows nationwide. The effort is being led by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol and the Oklahoma...
Apr 2, 2026 | Autonomous Vehicles, Featured, Safety
The systems that allow drivers to take their hands off the wheel are convenient but don’t improve safety because people who use them often pay less attention to the road, the head of the National Transportation Safety Board said Tuesday. Drivers with automated...
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