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Automation is the route to environmentally aware intralogistics

Cool IoT Use Cases: Canadian city develops data-driven cycling plan

Market overview

There is a clear need for smart city planners to obtain a better understanding of the place of bicycles in the overall transportation mix in order to improve the safety of the streets for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.

Remote security dangers in automotive

Automotive vehicles have increased their technological repertoire over the years with the intention of remaining compliant with updated legislation or standards, in addition to a focus on increasing customer interaction and enjoyment of newer, more modern vehicles via the implementation of technologies such as Bluetooth, near-field communication (NFC), and Wi-Fi.

Securing the cyber horizons

Cybersecurity in the aviation industry is a rising threat, with the potential for devastating fallout. Attacks on aircraft systems , as scary as it sounds, are now a tangible possibility as cyber-criminals get new tools and targets.

IoT redefining supply chain management

The universal existence of the internet and the proliferation of digital presence are propelling the internet-enabled things to commune among themselves without the requirement of any human meddling. These “things” may range from smart home systems to large machinery in the industry, says Rutva Safi, senior content writer, Mantra Softech India Pvt Ltd.

Cool IoT Use Cases: Scania AXL truck unveils the driverless future of mining

Market overview

As different industries look to streamline transport assignments and make them more sustainable, self-driving vehicles are increasingly being considered. Mines and large closed construction sites are examples of environments that are favourable for self-driving pilots since these locations are well-controlled.

The battle has started for the Internet of Vehicles

Increased use of telematics will drive efficiency in off-highway sectors

The overall outlook for the off-highway vehicle telematics market is positive, especially for OEM solutions, says Johan Fagerberg of Berg Insight. As equipment manufacturers today largely include both the telematics hardware and software access for free with the machine purchase for many models, there is no question that the installed base of off-highway vehicle telematics will grow at a high pace in the coming years.

A double take on 5G

5G NR (also known as Standalone 5G) will deliver three generic network services: mMTC, URLLC and eMBB. They are typical telecom-insider terms, says freelance technology writer, Bob Emmerson.

Cool IoT Use Cases: Utrecht has the world’s largest bike park

Market overview

The Netherlands is the only country in the world that has more bicycles than inhabitants; a quarter of all journeys are made on bikes. Serious money is being spent on developing this transportation sector, for example, this multi-storey facility in Utrecht that has 12,500 parking places.