Efficient, Off-the-Grid Charging for Solar-Powered Electric Vehicles
Electric Vehicles (EVs) have become one of the most promising technologies in the fight to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, yet electrical grids are still powered by fossil fuels. That's why researchers are turning to solar power to help mitigate environmental concerns caused by EVs.
Creating Smarter Cities Using Artificial Transportation Systems
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.
Secure Transport of COVID-19 Vaccines with IoT Cold Chain Monitoring
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.
Moon Landing 50th Anniversary: Technology Then and Now
50 years ago, Neil Armstrong made history by taking the first steps on the Moon. The research, planning, and technology that took him there now stands at the foundation for new space missions and ambitions. How does the space technology of 1969 compare to 2019?
Reducing Costs and Commutes with a 5G-Based Software-Defined ITS
A novel intelligent transportation system architecture that incorporates 5G and SDN could reduce traffic congestion and driving accidents.
Securing Self-Driving Vehicles with Artificial Intelligence
A new system could better protect self-driving vehicles from hackers and false directions by using artificial intelligence to secure their wireless communication.
Connected Vehicles: An Unchecked Threat to Driver Safety
The security and safety of connected vehicles is far from guaranteed. This cybersecurity overview discusses the threats posed by increased connectivity, and the work still needed to ensure driver safety.
How Your Smartphone Can Actually Improve Your Driving Behaviors
When it comes to driver safety, smartphones do not have a good reputation. But new research suggests that, through machine learning, these devices can help identify abnormal driving behaviors to improve driver’s habits.
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