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U-M, Ford open robotics complex to accelerate future of advanced, more equitable robotics and mobility

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We also will broaden our learning through daily exposure to many robotics activities, such as considering how our Digit robots not only technically can master delivering packages from autonomous vehicles but also become valued parts of our neighborhoods. Self-driving vehicles and their role in the future of cities.

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Industry & environmentalists tell EU the future of shipping fuel is green hydrogen and ammonia

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The EU should promote the use of green hydrogen and ammonia by ships as part of its upcoming maritime fuel law, major shipping industry players and environmentalists have told the European Commission. Green hydrogen and ammonia offer a clean future for the shipping and fuels industry.

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MIT Task Force on the Work of the Future suggests widespread autonomous driving at least a decade away

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The MIT Task Force on the Work of the Future has released a new research brief examining the future of autonomous vehicles. The crucial role of public transit for connecting workers to workplaces will endure: the future of work depends in large part on how people get to work.

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Performance Team orders 16 Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 trucks

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The significant reduction of noise and vibrations also creates a best-in-class, clean and comfortable working environment for drivers. The acquisition of the new Volvo VNR Electric models is part of Maerskā€™s Environment Social Governance (ESG) strategy to decarbonize logistics.

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Audi using augmented reality to increase efficiency in logistics planning

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The virtual presentation of three dimensional holograms that are shown in their actual environment helps planners to better evaluate the future situation. The software makes use of existing CAD data for various objects, such as shelves, containers, and parts. Because of this, prototypes of containers or equipment, etc.,

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Detroit Smart Parking Lab opens in September for real-world automated and EV charging testing

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Collaboration is essential for the future of mobility. Finding parking in urban environments can account for as much as 30% of vehicle traffic and emissions. The project will examine the technical, operational and financial feasibility of such technologies as part of the vehicle rental process.

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PSI team develops web tool for consumers to compare environmental impact of passenger cars in detail

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Eutrophication of non-marine aquatic environments [kg N-eq.]. Eutrophication of non-marine aquatic environments [kg P-eq.]. Land occupation in an urban environment [m 2 / year]. Toxicity of marine aquatic environments [kg 1,4-DC-eq.]. Toxicity of non-marine aquatic environments [kg 1,4-DC-eq.].

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