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How Blockchain Can Solve the Growing E-Waste Problem

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How Blockchain Can Solve the Growing E-Waste Problem

May 27, 2021

Devices & Systems

To address the growing electronic waste stream resulting from unwanted devices, a team in India has created an incentive-based management system using 5G and blockchain that tracks and monitors an electronic product throughout its entire lifecycle, from the point of manufacturing to the point a product is properly disposed.

Deep Learning Helps Autonomous Vehicles Operate in Extreme Weather

May 12, 2021

Deep Learning, Autonomous vehicles

Similar to human drivers, adverse weather conditions still pose as a major obstacle for autonomous vehicles (AVs). Using a deep learning framework, researchers have developed a new detection and tracking system aimed at solving how AVs “see” their surroundings.

Using VR and AI to Revolutionize How Archaeologists Discover Ancient Civilizations

March 30, 2021

Virtual reality, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

Without archaeological investigations, many of the historical sites we know today would remain a mystery. Using VR and AI, researchers have developed a system to revolutionize how archaeologists discover ancient civilizations

Creating Smarter Cities Using Artificial Transportation Systems

March 4, 2021

Virtual reality, IoT, Smart Cities, Transportation

Mobility continues to be one of the greatest challenges for smart cities, so researchers have developed a system that not only improves current transportation management but also expands the opportunities for building better-connected cities.

Touchdown on Mars: A New Era for Space Exploration

February 11, 2021

Drones, Space, Robotics, 4IR

After a six-month space journey, two rovers and one orbiter sent by three countries are set to make history as they touchdown on Mars. As history shows though, navigating the planet is no easy task.

Secure Transport of COVID-19 Vaccines with IoT Cold Chain Monitoring

January 20, 2021

Health, IoT, 4IR, Transportation

Many vaccines, like those for COVID-19, must be kept cold. To prevent waste and breaches in the cold chain system, researchers have developed an IoT monitoring system that tracks the temperature and location of vaccines from the manufacturing plant to the patient's arm.

New Drone-Based System Supports Mobile Robots at Fulfilment Centers

December 15, 2020

Drones, Robotics, 4IR

As e-commerce companies look to modernize fulfilment centers, researchers believe drones could be the next phase of logistics and inventory management to streamline operations.

Social Networking for Smart Devices Supports Multi-User Environments

December 2, 2020

Smart Devices, Social IoT, 4IR

Combining IoT and social networks, researchers have developed a social platform to help smart objects interact and form relationships with each other.

Smart Dental App Uses AI and IoT for Early Disease Detection

November 19, 2020

Health-IoT, Artificial Intelligence, 4IR

Dental diseases affect more than half of the world's population. Using AI and IoT, researchers have developed a smart home-based dental solution that can diagnose problems earlier.

Using Predictive Analytics to Boost Holiday Sales

November 11, 2020

Big Data, Predictive Analytics, Data, 4IR

During holiday shopping season, retailers must ensure they don’t just draw shoppers online, but convert them into buyers. Using predictive analytics, researchers believe they can identify the best customers seconds after shoppers get online, enabling improved targeting for promotions.