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Benesch Pilots AI/ML and Digital Twin Technology to Streamline Traditional Pavement Assessment Workflows
Using Bentley’s iTwin Applications Facilitates Data-centricity, Industrializing Industry Pavement Management Practices Traditional pavement management practices and technology lack efficiency and comprehensiveness, failing to maximize asset Benesch initiated a research and development project, exploring the integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and digital twins for a more data-centric approach to pavement crack detection workflows. Leveraging iTwin® […]
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Indonesia’s New Green Capital Gets Smart Toll Road Network Designed by Waskita Karya
Creating a connected digital ecosystem and digital twins enables the timely delivery of projects and leads to substantial cost savings and reduced environmental impact. As part of Indonesia’s Nusantara capital city megaproject, a new 62-kilometer toll road network is being built to establish a smart and sustainable forest city. PT Waskita Karya is the main […]
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Manufacturing Powerhouse Shift: Southeast Asia & India Rise as China Recalibrates In Next Decade
Southeast Asia and India: The New Manufacturing Powerhouses A significant shift is underway in global manufacturing, with Southeast Asia and India emerging as key destinations alongside China, according to JLL, a leading commercial real estate services firm, updated by Retalkasia on 29 May 2024. This trend is driven by rising costs in China and the […]
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Yuba Water Implements Digital Twin for Automated Monitoring of California’s Second Tallest Dam
Using Bentley’s Reality Modeling and iTwin Applications, they have established situational intelligence to optimize risk assessment for the New Bullards Bar Dam. This 645-foot-tall concrete arch dam was constructed in 1970 to minimize flood risk, produce clean hydropower, and guarantee a dependable water supply for Yuba County residents. The previous monitoring system for the dam […]
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Anglo-Swedish Pharma Giant AstraZeneca to Build US$1.5bn Green Cancer Treatment Facility in Singapore
Leading pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca, a joint venture between British and Swedish interests, has announced a significant investment of US$1.5 billion in a brand-new cancer treatment plant located in Singapore. This state-of-the-art facility will focus on the production of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), a new generation of targeted cancer therapies. The news, reported by Reuters on 20 […]
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Robert Street Bridge Rehab Pioneers Cutting-Edge Digital Innovations in Bridge Engineering
Robert Street Bridge Rehab Pioneers Cutting-Edge Digital Innovations in Bridge Engineering Historic Bridge Renovation Utilises Artificial Intelligence & Digital Twins to Enhance Inspection Process For nearly a century, the iconic rainbow arch of the Robert Street Bridge has stood as a landmark in St. Paul, Minnesota. This Moderne-style structure has not only been a significant […]
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Thai Transport Minister Unveils Ambitious US$27bn Land Bridge Project to Chinese Investors
Thailand’s Transport Minister, Suriya Jungrungreangkit, recently promoted a US$27 billion land bridge project to Chinese investors in Beijing, aiming to alleviate congestion in the Malacca Strait, the world’s busiest sea corridor. The Nation newspaper reports that the proposed plan involves constructing two deepwater ports on either side of the Thai isthmus, connected by a 100km […]
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Beijing Unveils Smart Rail Project Using Data Analytics System for Reducing Carbon Emission While Optimizing Efficiency in City
Leveraging Data Analytics and Model-Based Approaches to Optimize Station Placement and Multimodal Connectivity Reducing Carbon through Public Transportation Effective public transportation is essential for vibrant, sustainable cities. It not only enhances the quality of life for residents but also significantly reduces the reliance on carbon-emitting private vehicles and cuts down on other atmospheric pollutants that […]
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Himalayan Bungy Elevates Adventure Tourism in Rishikesh to Unprecedented Heights
Skeleton Consultants Overcome Structural Hurdles to Engineer India’s Tallest Bungee Tower Nestled on the right bank of the Ganges River amidst the foothills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh in India stands as a revered pilgrimage site for Hindus and is globally acknowledged as the epicenter of yoga. Annually, it beckons yogis from around the world to […]
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Indonesian President Inaugurates ASEAN’s Largest Digital Testing Centre Worth US$61m
Indonesian President Joko Widodo has officially opened the US$61 million Indonesia Digital Testing Centre (IDTH), the largest and most advanced digital and telecommunications testing facility in Southeast Asia. The inauguration took place on 7 May 2024, as reported by Antaranews. President Jokowi emphasised the significance of IDTH as a pivotal institution showcasing Indonesia’s digital prowess […]
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