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Monitoring the Amazon wildfires with satellites, IoT sensors and GIS
Recent advances in IoT, satellites and geographical information systems are allowing us to track the location, intensity and direction of wildfires – including the current conflagration in the Amazon.
IoT-enabled shipping containers sail the high seas improving global supply chains.
Global supply chains depend on shipping containers to transport supplies to manufacturers and finished goods to distributors. IoT makes it possible to track the location and condition of containers and their contents across ships,...
Robots extend the scope of IoT applications
IoT devices are generally designed to handle specific tasks. Robots need to react to unexpected conditions that their developer may not have anticipated. AI and machine learning help robots deal with such situations.
Did IoT cyberattacks cause NY power transformers to explode?
MadIoT attacks cause blackouts with an IoT botnet of compromised appliances.
Guarding against the threat from IoT killer drones
Weaponized drones trained to kill on their own? Are we there yet?
The vital role of technology in the Thai cave rescue mission
The Thai cave rescue – How IoT and mapping played a critical role from search to rescue.
IoT sensors, advanced ESRI mapping and Alexa warn residents of impending floods
Global warming and floods are an increasing threat to coastal communities. StormSense is an innovative project in Virginia that warns residents of impending floods using IoT sensors, advanced mapping and Alexa.
Improving supply chains with the IoT and blockchain
IoT (the Internet of Things) sensors and blockchain have the potential to solve complex problems for supply chains.
How IoT trackers can fight poachers
InvestEGGator is finding ways to stop poachers with IoT trackers.
Drinking lead contaminated water? Better check your sensor
The next time you’re unsure about official information that might impact your health or safety, verify the facts for yourself with a sensor. They don’t have an agenda, and give the same readings whether you’re rich or poor.
Thoughts & prayers don’t stop mass shooters. Technology might.
Can technology help reduce mass shootings?
ElectOS uses open source to restore trust in voting machines
If you weren’t sure your vote would be counted, would you still bother to vote?
Oracle's digital twin simplifies design process for complex IoT systems
A wind tunnel for testing IoT devices may never materialize. But IoT designers can come close with some advanced planning and simulation with tools such as Oracle’s digital twin.
Technology helps first responders fight California fires
Sensors, drones, fire-cams, crowdsourcing and geographical information systems all help minimize damage and deaths.
How the Internet of Things can help protect both our safety and right to free speech
IoT solutions can help protect democracy and protesters against being run over.
Measuring how warming oceans fuel stronger hurricanes
Satellites and underwater sensors measure ocean temperatures. Scientists and meteorologists combine this with other weather data to track storms and help prepare for emergencies.
Tech enabled disaster response to Hurricane Harvey
Here’s how Esri Disaster Response Program is helping first responders and the Texas Division of Emergency Management. Information on local conditions such as water levels, flood gauges, road closures and traffic conditions are...
How Atlanta streamlines traffic flows
Real time, crowdsourced data from the Waze mobile app, coupled with geospatial analysis from Esri keeps traffic moving smoothly in the ATL.
SunPower technology powers solar plants using Krypton Cloud
Multiple global operating centers, remote IoT sensors and centralized management deliver over 2.5 GW of solar power.
