Robotic ships are the latest trend in ocean exploration. In August, we wrote about an automated 12-meter boat that successfully completed a 22-day-long mission to map an area of the seafloor in the Atlantic—without a crew. Today, we bring you news about another robotic vessel … [Read more...] about The Mayflower: Robotic vessel will cross Atlantic to gather ocean data
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This sustainable water taxi is designed to get you across rivers in no time
Cross-water transportation in cities often means driving over a busy bridge or using designated ferries that are typically slow and not the most easily accessible. But what if there was a better alternative, such as having on-demand electric water taxis that allow for a greener … [Read more...] about This sustainable water taxi is designed to get you across rivers in no time
Autonomous underwater vehicles have changed ocean exploration forever
In just the last couple of years, we’ve been discovering more about the deep seas than ever before—and much of this is thanks to the autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV). An AUV is essentially an underwater drone. Able to perform its tasks without being tethered to the surface … [Read more...] about Autonomous underwater vehicles have changed ocean exploration forever
Autonomous shuttles help medical workers stay safe by moving COVID-19 tests
The US, like much of the world, is moving to keep contact between its residents to a minimum as it grapples with the spread of coronavirus, and a new project taking place at the Mayo Clinic is exploring what this could mean for medical testing. In what is billed as a first for … [Read more...] about Autonomous shuttles help medical workers stay safe by moving COVID-19 tests
The airline industry could be in trouble once self-driving cars go mainstream
Imagine someone who lives in Atlanta and needs to travel to Washington, DC, for business. This is about a 10-hour drive. A flight takes about two hours, assuming no delays. Add to that the drive to the airport, checking in, the security line and waiting at the gate. Upon arrival … [Read more...] about The airline industry could be in trouble once self-driving cars go mainstream
