Tardigrades are tiny organisms that can survive extreme conditions. They can withstand freezing temperatures, boiling heat, radiation and chemical exposure. Extreme Heat & Cold Extreme…
Defining Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) is placed into four systems, which are defined by learning capabilities. There are an additional three categories of AI as compared to…
Tardigrade-Tough Technology for Extreme Environments
Tardigrades are micro-animals, ranging from .05 to 1.2 millimeters (.002 to .05 inches) long, known as moss piglets or water bears. They are capable of…
VR for Defense Training, Testing and Field Application
Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) have various defense advantages. The U.S. Army and Air Force employ the technologies to save costs, apply flexible…
The Defense Community Turns to Artificial Intelligence
The U.S. Army and Air Force are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) for improved combat, task efficiency, vehicle maintenance, robotic field support and troop safety.…
5G for Manufacturing & Industrial Automation
5G offers a faster mobile network, with decreased latency, higher data capacity and greater reliability. For industrial systems, this means an improved ability to respond…
The Promise of Smart Cities
Smart cities are on the rise and hold promises to improve the lives of residents. Traffic Efficiency Smart cities promise to improve traffic flow with…
The Current State of Facial Recognition
The use of facial recognition in public safety and public services has long been controversial. The technology offers several benefits but demographic biases have given…
COVID-19 Fast Tracks Digital Water Management
With COVID-19, many water management facilities made the decision to delay water shutoff due to delinquent payments. Facilities must also handle supply shortages, shifting water…