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Technology
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What do you get when you cross an engineer with an astrophysicist?
A question that all businesses working in the infrastructure sector should be asking themselves. -
Big data needs a people focus, not just tech
As new technologies change the way we work and live, Julian Francis looks at how big data will impact future urban challenges. -
App startup wins chance to reduce roadworks pain
A smartphone and tablet app startup company, Beepz.me, has won a £10,000 grant to develop a real-time information app to help motorists plan journeys around roadworks in Staffordshire. -
AmeyVTOL transforms asset inspection using unique drone technology
A new joint venture between global asset management consultancy, Amey, and world leading drone technology experts, VTOL Technologies, will use precision, long-range drones to transform asset management inspections – making it safer, quicker and easier... -
More must be done for vehicle technology, says Alan Stevens
Last word on autonomous vehicles (for now) goes to Alan Stevens, TRL -
New tech – fresh opportunity for engineers
Bentley Systems CEO Greg Bentley is in the UK at present, highlighting opportunities being opened up to engineers by new technology -
AECOM to pioneer use of virtual reality headsets on construction projects
Consultancy bridges digital and real world to improve communication and collaboration on projects spanning three continents. -
Autonomous vehicles – jargon explained and more questions raised
Vice chair of ITS (UK) and Mouchel head of profession, Ian Patey, busts the jargon and considers a future scenario of driverless cars -
Technology is a tool to enhance the human dimension – not replace it
The intelligent use of communications and data tools has enormous benefits, but does not change the nature of our people industry, says Dr Nelson Ogunshakin -
Video - how Arup engineered the Leadenhall building
Engineering consultancy Arup tells the story of the remarkable engineering behind the Leadenhall building in the City of London.