The Industry Innovation Report
Europe Signs Contract For Its 1st Moon Lander, Argonaut
The European Space Agency (ESA) has signed a contract for a moon lander that's expected to last for years in the harsh environment of the lunar surface. The European Space Agency handed Thales Alenia Space a contract worth nearly $900 million to build the...
Volvo To Deploy Waabi Self-Driving Gen AI To Get More Autonomous Freight Trucks On The Road This Year
Autonomous transportation startup Waabi and Volvo will jointly develop and deploy self-driving trucks in a deal announced on Tuesday that expands on Volvo's strategic investment in the company. Volvo Autonomous Solutions and Waabi will integrate Waabi Driver into...
Federal government and Northwest Territories invest in transportation in the North
Federal government and Northwest Territories invest in transportation in the North HAY RIVER, NT, Feb. 6, 2025 /CNW/ - Four communities in the Northwest Territories will see improvements to their transportation infrastructure after an investment of $13,908,056 from...
ST Engineering iDirect Demonstrates Public Safety Connectivity with Verizon Frontline at Super Bowl LIX
ST Engineering iDirect Demonstrates Public Safety Connectivity with Verizon Frontline at Super Bowl LIX Revolutionizing emergency response through cutting-edge satellite technology HERNDON, Va., Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in...
The Future of AVs in Wildlife Conservation Efforts
The integration of autonomous vehicles in conservation efforts can take many forms. Aerial drones can monitor wildlife populations from above, offering a comprehensive view of vast areas that would otherwise be difficult for humans to survey. Ground-based autonomous...
Smart Mobility Today: 3 February 2025
When I first learned about hydrogen's use as fuel years ago I was tremendously excited. The idea of being able to supply energy with only water as the result was incredible. Then I learned about the difficult task of containing and stabilizing this source without...
Transport Canada strengthens safety by adding new cameras to school buses
Transport Canada strengthens safety by adding new cameras to school buses OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 3, 2025 /CNW/ - The safety of Canada's road users is a top priority for the Government of Canada, and that starts with the safe transportation of our children. While school...
Drone Can Track Humans Moving Through Dense Terrain
An agile new drone has demonstrated the ability to follow a person jogging through the forest and avoid thin obstacles like power lines, all while moving at speeds of 20 meters per second or more. According to its Hong Kong developers, the SUPER drone,...
How Drones Can Train Bears to Stay Away From Humans
Brown bears roam across much of the northern hemisphere from the mountains of Spain to the prairies of the US. These bears are formidable carnivores that can weigh up to 751 kg (1,656 lb) and have claws 15 cm (6 in) long. With long canine teeth and a bite force of...
Waymo To Test Its Autonomous Driving Tech In Over 10 New Cities
Waymo announced on Wednesday it plans to expand testing of its autonomous driving technology in over 10 new cities in 2025. After testing the Waymo Driver in multiple cities, the company says the technology is adapting successfully to new environments, leading to the...
