Articles tagged with "Robotics and AI"

Los Angeles and Austin are employing artificial intelligence to reduce wait times for municipal permits. Additionally, Honolulu is planning to make significant improvements and offer faster responses. This marks a shift towards using technology to enhance efficiency in the permitting process.

Fleet managers are increasingly using AI, specifically Geotab's Generative AI assistant, to gain insights into driver safety and performance. The most used prompts focus on identifying safe drivers and tracking safety improvements rather than penalizing poor performance. A majority of drivers support the use of technology to enhance driving performance, and over 1,500 companies now use this AI solution. This approach reflects a shift towards a supportive and coaching mindset in fleet management.

A new demolition technique is being used for the first time in Quebec at the Trois-Rivières grain silos. It involves teleoperated machinery lifted by cranes, enhancing safety by eliminating the need for operators to work at high altitudes. This method, common in mining, also allows for continuous work as tool changes can be made without returning the machinery to ground level. The technique provides both safety benefits and time efficiency, attracting interest among industry professionals.

The article discusses the need for Canada to modernize its outdated energy infrastructure, highlighting the potential role of artificial intelligence (AI) and smart systems in enhancing energy security. By implementing AI-powered digital twins and using advanced analytics, Canada can enhance energy production, optimize storage, and improve infrastructure planning. These advancements in intelligent systems aim to address inefficiencies, integrate renewable sources, and solidify Canada's leadership in the global energy market.

The Texas Department of Transportation is leveraging artificial intelligence in 22 areas of its operations. These include predictive analysis of traffic data and crash detection. The use of AI is also being explored for prioritizing infrastructure projects.

German Bionic has launched a new exoskeleton enhanced with artificial intelligence, designed specifically to ensure worker safety. This wearable technology uses digital twins and AI to provide real-time monitoring and coaching for users. The integration aims to improve workplace safety and efficiency by offering supportive feedback to workers.

Amazon is planning a $10 billion investment in North Carolina to develop a data center and artificial intelligence campus. This project will significantly bolster the region’s economy, which has struggled since the decline of textile and apparel industries. The new campus will focus on expanding Amazon's capabilities in cloud computing and AI infrastructure.

Brookfield Asset Management plans to invest US$10 billion in developing an artificial-intelligence data-centre project in Sweden, marking one of its largest European AI ventures. The facility in Strängnäs will expand its capacity from 300MW to 750MW and is expected to create over 3,000 jobs, including 2,000 construction-related positions. This project is part of Sweden's national AI strategy and aims to build critical infrastructure beyond data centres. Brookfield is a significant investor in the AI value chain, having recently announced a large AI infrastructure initiative in France.

The construction industry is being urged to embrace the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI), as early adopters and software firms highlight its transformative potential. AI is not only enhancing efficiencies but also changing the fundamental ways in which buildings are constructed, projects are managed, and challenges are addressed. Industry experts advocate that AI will be a revolutionary force, reshaping collaboration and construction problem-solving.

Beacon AI Centers has enlisted Stantec, an Edmonton-based consulting engineering firm, to design and engineer six AI data center campuses in Alberta to meet growing demand. Stantec will provide a range of services, including architectural and sustainability, across five municipalities. The projects will span hundreds of acres, with design and permitting starting in 2024 and construction commencing this year. Stantec aims to position Alberta as a key player in data-driven AI innovation.

Mercator.ai, founded by Chloe Smith in Calgary, is revolutionizing the construction industry by using AI to streamline project tracking and enhance decision-making. The platform aggregates data from various sources to identify opportunities, reducing the industry's dependence on informal networks and personal relationships. Currently tested in Texas, Mercator aims to improve productivity by automating low-value tasks and fostering focused human interaction. The platform is seen as a 'Spotify for construction,' consolidating real-time project information much like Spotify does with music.

The article discusses the transformative role of AI in sustainable forestry and timber product manufacturing, enabling advancements in timber harvesting, supply chain management, and product tracking. AI helps in demand forecasting and inventory management, enhancing transparency and efficiency. Plywood and cross-laminated timber are highlighted as sustainable materials for various construction projects, exemplified by structures like the Brock Commons Tallwood House in Vancouver. The popularity of tiny homes in Western Canada emphasizes the use of eco-friendly materials due to increasing demands for sustainable living.