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USDOT establishes advisory committee on transportation automation
The U.S. Department of Transportation has formed a new advisory committee tasked with focusing on automation issues across the transportation industry, including automated vehicles and research, policy and regulations. The first meeting will be held Jan. 16. “During my time at the department, we have fostered some of the most significant technological changes to ever […]
January 13, 2017
Technology
Amazon’s new helicopter/airplane hybrid drone points to exciting possibilities for jobsite deliveries
Amazon has released the first design update on its ‘Prime Air’ drone delivery program since releasing footage of a prototype nearly two years ago. In that time the company has pushed for the Federal Aviation Administration to speed up the process in establishing commercial drone regulations, but beyond that, we haven’t seen much of the […]
November 30, 2015
Construction Equipment
FAA’s new air traffic control system doesn’t support drones; doubts over commercial flight regs increase
Despite a directive from Congress to do so, when designing the new $5 billion program that will replace the current air traffic control system, the Federal Aviation Administration did not include drones and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles as aircraft the system supports. The FAA’s failure to do so has raised questions and more doubt over its […]
September 29, 2014
Roadbuilding
Guest Blog: The 5 Most Dangerous Roads in the World
Whether you happen to be a thrill-seeking car enthusiast or a cautious traveler prone to carsickness, knowing what to expect on your upcoming commute is essential. Driving in foreign countries — where highway laws, motorist behavior and vehicle types can be remarkably different from those at home — often involves a strange mixture of terror and excitement. […]
October 23, 2013
Roadbuilding
Financial District
Industry changes demand careful, strong responses.
September 6, 2012
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