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Pike forecasts global investment in intelligent transportation systems will total $13.1B through 2017

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billion by 2017. Pike estimates annual spending on key ITS areas will increase from just under $770 million in 2011 to almost $3 billion in 2017. Transportation systems can also be considered smart when they are applied to achieve smart policy goals for the urban environment. million annually by 2017. Reduced emissions.

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CTA Foundation, IBM, Local Motors collaborate on accessible, self-driving vehicles

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At CES 2017, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) Foundation announced an alliance with IBM and Local Motors to help create the world’s most accessible, self-driving vehicle. The CTA Foundation is a public foundation with the mission to link seniors and people with disabilities with technologies to enhance their lives.

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NSF leads $400M federal effort to boost advanced wireless research

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In the last decade, wireless usage across the US has expanded significantly, with nearly 350 million smartphones, connected tablets and wearable devices in use—more than double the number from a decade ago—carrying more than 100,000 times the traffic they supported in 2008.

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Mercedes-Benz Vans launches “Startup adVANce” competition for partners for future transport solutions

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These are: Connectivity/IoT (digital@vans): hardware and software solutions which promote the connectivity of the van and enable real-time interaction between all factors involved in transport, such as goods and vehicle. In this phase the submitted ideas will be fleshed out in workshops together with Mercedes-Benz Vans.

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Leading the Way for More LGBTQ Inclusivity in STEM

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It provides women of color a safe space to connect with each other. In 2011 she took a position at the university as a lecturer and started her own LGBTQ+ network there so she could help create a better environment. If you want to make a change in a very difficult and unchanging environment, you must be disruptive.

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How Do EVs Compare To Gas Cars?

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Keep in mind that repairing or replacing the motor of a fuel car can cost up to $10.000 and, all things considered, EVs simply require fewer visits to workshops and are much cheaper to own. There has also been some skepticism over whether electric vehicles are really better for the environment. Are EVs as fast as fuel cars?

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