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Urban Air Mobility - WhatNext

Electric Air Taxi Pilot Studies Undertaken in Europe for Urban Mobility

Urban Air Mobility (UAM) is a game-changing new technology, especially if real-time demand-supply connections are made between operators and customers using information-enabled platforms such as ride-hailing apps like those used by Lyft and Uber. Never before has the possibility of extensive aerial operations over urban areas been as real, as demonstrated by the fact that …

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Polymer binders - WhatNext

Improving the Performance of Silicon Nanoparticle-based Batteries using Polymer Binders

The energy density of conventional lithium-ion batteries with graphite anodes is getting close to its theoretical maximum. One of the most promising approaches to significantly increase the energy density of lithium-ion batteries is to swap out the typical graphite anodes with high-capacity silicon-based anodes. The practical use of silicon anodes is, however, severely constrained by …

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Additive Manufacturing - WhatNext

Comparing the application of metal-based AM and polymer-based AM for automobile part production

Additive Manufacturing (AM) or 3D Printing technologies involve various manufacturing processes that enable building objects layer by layer. It gives way to complex designs and heightened performance.  The automotive industry was among the first to use AM processes, including laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF), fused filament fabrication (FFF), and, more recently, inkjet printing and stereolithography …

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Enhanced Oil Recovery - WhatNext

Comparing Aquifers and Enhanced Oil Recovery for large-scale carbon sequestration

Aquifers vs. Enhanced Oil Recovery Various industries such as cement and steel production, hydrogen production from fossil fuels, waste incineration, and power generation utilize on-site carbon capture and storage in Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR). This process involves intercepting the carbon dioxide before it is released into the atmosphere. The process involves compressing carbon dioxide to …

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Dynamic route scheduling - WhatNext

Dynamic route scheduling for vehicle-based GPS navigation

Advancements in Robust Routing Algorithms for Vehicle Navigation   Dynamic route scheduling – Rapid transportation and swift logistics have been on the rise with improved road connectivity and network availability in the most remote locations imaginable. In order to bridge this gap between the latest advancements and the growing need of more accurate navigation systems, …

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Driver Monitoring - WhatNext

Biometric Tracking for Driver Monitoring

Driver Monitoring: Enhancing Safety with Comprehensive Monitoring and AI Driver Monitoring: According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in the United States, human error is the cause for 94% of serious accidents. Furthermore, according to the association for safe international road travel, approximately 1.3 million people die in road crashes each year. Accidents represent …

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Predictive Maintenance in Fleet Management - WhatNext

The role of predictive Maintenance in fleet management

The role of Predictive Maintenance in Fleet Management In the fleet management industry, predictive maintenance is replacing conventional time-based maintenance plans as an efficient method for vehicle maintenance. Predictive maintenance helps utilize vehicles more efficiently by planning maintenance, only when necessary, reduces vehicle downtime and increases the availability of assets by establishing thresholds of use …

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Augmented Diagnosis - Future of Diagnostic Imaging

Augmented Diagnosis – Future of Diagnostic Imaging?

Augmented Reality promises to revolutionize just about every aspect of our lives. One of the most promising fields for AR is Healthcare. Within healthcare, there are any number of applications for AR technology, including education, telepresence, and even remote surgery. One such rapidly expanding field in AR and healthcare, is “Augmented Diagnosis” – augmented reality …

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