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Microsoft’s Unique Approach To The Autonomous Car Industry

Self Driving Cars

Growing Interest In Autonomous Car Technology The advancements in self-driving car technologies are not only changing the face to our cities and engineering, but the autonomous car industry is also transforming how companies approach the personal car market. In the past, a standard business model consisted of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers of personal vehicles. As autonomous cars have started to … Continue reading “Microsoft’s Unique Approach To The Autonomous Car Industry”

Smart Highway Technology: Illuminating Roads Of The Future

New Technology

Dumb Roads Are Getting Much Needed Upgrades If you have ever driven in rural areas, or with severe weather like snow or ice, then you know that roadways safety can be challenging to manage in those situations. In many circumstances, drivers can improve their chances of arriving at their destination safely if they have more data to help direct their … Continue reading “Smart Highway Technology: Illuminating Roads Of The Future”

The Plague Of Potholes: How To Save America’s Roadways

Infrastructure

The Rising Costs Of Crumbling U.S. Roadways Each year the majority of the U.S. experiences severe weather as the seasons shift to winter. Not only do these winter months bring weather that is frigid to residents, but the changing climate also has a significant impact on the integrity of our public roadways. Since 1990, highway traffic throughout the U.S. is … Continue reading “The Plague Of Potholes: How To Save America’s Roadways”

Shaping The Future Of Autonomous Cars With Experimental Ethics

Self Driving Cars

Adjusting Existing Laws & Regulations For Autonomous Car Technologies Autonomous technology is being integrated into everything we do. From computers to workflows, and even self-driving cars, autonomous technology is quickly changing how humans interact with the world around them. While local policymakers and city planners work together to find ways to integrate autonomous car technology into our cities, there are … Continue reading “Shaping The Future Of Autonomous Cars With Experimental Ethics”

Plastic Roads: How One Man’s Trash Could Be The Future Of Roadway Construction

Road building

A Sustainable Solution To Plastic Waste Worldwide plastic production has accelerated rapidly over the past six decades. While the introduction of plastic is a fairly recent, plastic has found itself into the production of almost everything throughout the world economy. Everything from forks, computers, and cars have some components that are made out of plastic. As a result, humans have … Continue reading “Plastic Roads: How One Man’s Trash Could Be The Future Of Roadway Construction”

Tips For Enhancing Parking Lot Pedestrian Safety

Pedestrian Safety

How Safe Are Pedestrians In Local Parking Lots? With the continued migration of populations to urban environments and the ongoing growth of suburbia in the U.S., people are congregating in more dense locations than ever before in history. As populations continue to grow in dense urban locations, pedestrians will be exposed to dangers of vehicles in parking lots. Studies show … Continue reading “Tips For Enhancing Parking Lot Pedestrian Safety”

Robot Roadway Vision: How Autonomous Cars See The World

Self Driving Cars

Self Driving Cars Are Speeding Into The Present Driverless vehicles used to be “futuristic” as it’s something you only get to see in sci-fi movies. However, times have changed, and as autonomous car technology continues to improve so do the ways that humans interact with their environment. Even car companies are beginning to see what the future holds, and how … Continue reading “Robot Roadway Vision: How Autonomous Cars See The World”

4 Smart Trends In Construction Tech For 2018

Infrastructure

Construction Tech Helping The U.S. Population Shift As the U.S. continues to see an ongoing population shift towards suburban communities, construction companies are working closely with local politicians to develop ways to make construction projects more efficient and safer. As the U.S. continues to make the dream of futuristic cities a reality, a struggling economy and increased demand means the … Continue reading “4 Smart Trends In Construction Tech For 2018”

Stranded Drivers: Roadside Equipment Every Driver Should Have In Their Trunk

Safe Driving

Increasing Time Behind The Wheel For American Drivers Americans spend a good portion of their day driving from one place to another. Whether it’s driving to the grocery store, commuting between home and work, a recent study from AAA shows that Americans average about 290 hours in their vehicle each year. That is a lot of time spent sitting behind … Continue reading “Stranded Drivers: Roadside Equipment Every Driver Should Have In Their Trunk”

The Big Rig: The Future Of American Shipping & Autonomous Technology

New Technology

Just a few years ago, self-driving commercial trucks were something that you can only find in sci-fi movies. The thought of a autonomous vehicle or semi truck delivering goods across the country was something you would only see on the Jetsons or a futuristic city. Yet, as technology continues to improve at an increased pace, we’re getting closer to a … Continue reading “The Big Rig: The Future Of American Shipping & Autonomous Technology”

Are City Budgets Ready For The Benefits Of Autonomous Cars?

Self Driving Cars

There are many benefits that experts promise for self-driving cars. From safer roads to reduced traffic congestion, autonomous vehicles are expected to make a significant impact on our city infrastructure. As autonomous technology continues to evolve, engineers and automakers are looking to implement their technology to help alleviate adverse side effects caused by human drivers on public roads. As this … Continue reading “Are City Budgets Ready For The Benefits Of Autonomous Cars?”

How To Put The Brakes On Parking Garage Auto Accidents

Safe Driving

Across the U.S., urban cities rely on parking garages to allow customers and residents to park their vehicles. In fact, in a recent study by IBIS World found that annual growth of parking garage usage in the U.S. grew by 3.3% from 2012 – 2017. Parking garages aren’t just for show either, because they mean big business. During that same … Continue reading “How To Put The Brakes On Parking Garage Auto Accidents”

Will Cyclists And Self-Driving Cars Ever Co-Exist?

Self Driving Cars

Autonomous cars promise to bring many benefits to our roads in the near future. From reducing the risk of “sleeping at the wheel,” to reducing traffic accidents and eliminating traffic-related deaths on public roads. Both policy makers and automobile manufacturers tout the benefits of autonomous cars in our communities. To fulfill these promises engineers and car manufacturers are working quickly … Continue reading “Will Cyclists And Self-Driving Cars Ever Co-Exist?”

Winter, Rain, And Fog (Oh My!): Is Autonomous Technology Ready For Harsh Weather?

Self Driving Cars

Unpredictable weather conditions like snow storms, heavy rain, and dense fog can be a significant source of frustration for drivers. Not only do these factors contribute to traffic accidents and injuries on our public roads, but they can also lead to deaths across America. As the U.S. government seeks to reduce deaths caused by traffic accidents to zero within 30 … Continue reading “Winter, Rain, And Fog (Oh My!): Is Autonomous Technology Ready For Harsh Weather?”

Engineering Tips To Make City Intersections Safer

Infrastructure

U.S. cities continue to experience ongoing growth, and this means that pedestrians and motorists are having to engage with each other frequently. As populations get denser in urban areas, local politicians need to find new and innovative ways to ensure efficient travel for drivers while also maintain safety for pedestrians.This is no easy task, and intersections the areas where interactions … Continue reading “Engineering Tips To Make City Intersections Safer”