The Industry Innovation Report
Frisco Police Help Train Autonomous Semi Trucks
What would you do if you were driving down I-45 and noticed the semi truck one lane over didn't have a driver? Aurora Innovation is a self-driving technology company that's in the driver's seat of developing autonomous freight trucks. "Currently, we haul...
Fire At Detroit-Area EV Plant Likely Caused By Forklift Hitting Batteries
General Motors (GM.N) said on Wednesday a fire at its Factory Zero Detroit-Hamtramck was likely caused by a forklift accidentally puncturing a container with battery materials, according to the automaker's initial investigation. The fire, which broke out on...
Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, and Space are 3 Tech areas to Watch in 2024
Every new year creates a new opportunity for optimism and predictions. In the past couple of years, emerging technology has permeated almost all areas of our lives. There is much to explore! In this article, I focus on three evolving technology areas that are already...
ISS Astronaut Snaps Amazing Photos Of Icebergs From Space
An astronaut just snapped stunning photos of giant icebergs floating in the South Atlantic from space. As Earth continues to warm, more and more chunks of ice are breaking off glaciers and ice sheets and falling into the ocean. These icebergs can be seen from...
What Renters Should Consider Before Buying An EV
As the automotive industry expands its offering of electrified models, more renters and homeowners are adopting electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids for daily commutes. While there are many benefits to choosing an EV, transitioning from gas-powered cars is often...
AT&T To Buy Rivian Electric Vehicles In Pilot Deal To Cut Cost, Emissions
U.S. wireless carrier AT&T will purchase some electric vehicles from startup Rivian in a pilot program to evaluate ways to reduce cost, cut carbon emissions and improve safety, the companies said on Thursday. The deal is the first for Rivian after the company last...
Australia: Parallel Systems Demonstrates Autonomous Freight Car System
Parallel Systems, the Los Angeles-based startup that's developing an autonomous, battery-electric, self-propelled intermodal freight car system, today demonstrated a prototype it developed for Australian railroad operator Arc Infrastructure. Arc, which manages and...
About 60 EV Models Eligible For France’s Cash Incentive
About 60 electric car (EV) models are eligible for France's revamped incentive scheme that is set to favour cars made in Europe, according to a list issued by the country's Ministry of Ecological Transition on Thursday. Among the models eligible for the scheme, the...
Tesla Unveils Latest Humanoid Robot: Optimus Gen 2
On Tuesday, Tesla released a demo video showing the latest version of its prototype humanoid robot, Optimus Gen 2. Over one year after Tesla's first public Optimus robot demonstration, which showcased shaky robots that waved and slumped over, things have apparently...
Surgical Robot Used In All Colorectal Operations
Robotic surgery is being used for all patients having colorectal procedures, a hospital has said. All six colorectal surgeons at Colchester Hospital have completed the training, in what managers describe as a first for a hospital in Europe. Surgeon Subash Vasudevan...
