The University of Strathclyde’s Aerospace Centre of Excellence is spearheading a groundbreaking international collaboration to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve space operations, safety, and sustainability. This £1.5 million initiative brings together a consortium of leading institutions and commercial space companies, including the University of Arizona, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), the University of Waterloo, The Alan Turing Institute, LMO, GMV, Nominal Systems, and Columbiad. The project aims to accelerate the development and adoption of AI technologies in the space sector, from early-stage research to practical applications. The collaboration will pave the way for the creation of a new virtual Institute on AI for Space Safety & Sustainability, attracting further investment and talent to advance this critical field. One of the primary challenges facing the space industry is the increasing amount of space debris. Millions of objects, ranging from defunct satellites to tiny debris, orbit the Earth, posing a significant risk to active spacecraft. The project will leverage machine learning techniques to predict the motion of space objects, reducing the risk of collisions and improving space flight safety. Additionally, AI will be used to analyze and classify space objects, enabling better understanding and decision-making. Professor Massimiliano Vasile,…
Barnbrook Systems, in collaboration with Flair and TJ Waste & Recycling, is pioneering a new approach to battery safety with the E-bag system. This innovative solution aims to mitigate the risk of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries in waste and recycling facilities. The E-bag, a temperature-sensitive smart fabric, is designed to smother batteries or hardware once placed inside, preventing ignition or extinguishing flames. The technology will be trialled at TJ Waste & Recycling’s Materials Recovery Facility in Portsmouth, following a significant fire believed to have been caused by a lithium-ion battery. Andrew Barnett, managing director of Barnbrook Systems, said: “This is game-changing technology which can deal with the increasing threat from lithium-ion batteries. “There have been a number of cases recently where they have caught fire, including within a passenger’s hand luggage which resulted in the evacuation of a passenger aircraft at Gatwick Airport in September. We are looking forward to working with TJ Waste & Recycling in the UK’s first trial of its kind using our E-bag technology which has the potential to save lives and money while supporting business continuity and enhancing community confidence.” The E-bag system will be implemented in two ways: Additionally, the E-bag is integrated…
Dell Technologies today announced the expansion of its Dell AI Factory portfolio with new server additions designed specifically for AMD environments. These new solutions offer enterprises enhanced AI capabilities, including greater scalability, flexibility, and performance. The Dell PowerEdge XE7745, a 4U air-cooled chassis, is optimized for enterprise AI workloads. It supports up to eight double-width or 16 single-width PCIe GPUs with AMD 5th Generation EPYC processors. The server’s internal GPU slots are paired with eight additional Gen 5.0 PCIe slots for network connectivity, creating dense, flexible configurations with 2x more DW PCIe GPU capacity. The PowerEdge R6725 and R7725 servers are designed for scalability and high performance. They feature AMD 5th Generation EPYC processors and a new DC-MHS chassis design that enables enhanced air cooling and dual 500W CPUs. These platforms are optimized for data analytics and AI workloads, offering record-breaking performance for virtualization, databases, and AI applications. All three platforms can support up to 50% more cores and up to 37% increased performance per core, resulting in greater performance, efficiency, and improved TCO. These gains can consolidate up to seven 5-year-old servers into one server today, resulting in up to 65% lower CPU power consumption. The Dell AI…
Neuranics, a leading developer of innovative magnetic sensor technology, has secured an £800,000 grant from Scottish Enterprise to support a groundbreaking project aimed at transforming how humans interact with machines. The project will focus on the development of advanced wristband technology that utilizes Neuranics’ patented magnetic sensors to detect muscle activity and precise gestures. This innovative approach, known as magnetomyography (MMG), has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including healthcare, gaming, and extended reality (XR). The wristbands, which will be developed over an 18-month period, will leverage machine learning algorithms to interpret muscle movements and enable seamless gesture recognition. By eliminating the need for bulky, uncomfortable equipment, these wristbands offer a more intuitive and natural way for users to interact with digital devices. The project will also create ten high-tech jobs at Neuranics’ Glasgow headquarters, contributing to Scotland’s growing reputation as a hub for wearable technology innovation. Neuranics CEO Noel McKenna commented: “This funding is a tremendous boost for our project. We are excited to explore how our technology can transform digital interactions and contribute to Scotland’s economic and technological landscape.” The project aligns with Scottish Enterprise’s mission to support innovative companies and drive economic growth. By investing in Neuranics,…
The Royal Navy’s experimental vessel, XV Patrick Blackett, has embarked on a crucial phase of its development – sea acceptance trials. This marks a significant milestone for NavyX, the Royal Navy’s innovation and autonomy team, as it prepares to test and evaluate the vessel’s capabilities and onboard technologies. The XV Patrick Blackett is a unique platform designed to support the development and testing of cutting-edge technologies for naval applications. Equipped with state-of-the-art sensors, communication systems, and autonomous capabilities, the vessel will serve as a laboratory for experimentation and innovation. During the sea acceptance trials, the vessel will undergo rigorous testing to ensure that its systems and equipment are functioning as intended. This includes evaluating its navigation systems, propulsion systems, and communication capabilities. Additionally, the team will assess the vessel’s ability to operate autonomously and interact with other naval assets. The successful completion of these trials will pave the way for the XV Patrick Blackett to begin its mission of supporting the Royal Navy’s technological advancements. The vessel will be used to test and evaluate a wide range of technologies, including unmanned aerial vehicles, autonomous underwater vehicles, and advanced sensors. By leveraging the capabilities of the XV Patrick Blackett, NavyX aims…
United Airlines has announced a groundbreaking partnership with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet to its entire fleet. This transformative move will provide passengers with the same seamless connectivity they enjoy on the ground, from gate to gate. United Airlines, a pioneer in aviation innovation, has consistently sought to elevate the travel experience for its customers. This partnership with SpaceX is a testament to that commitment. By offering Starlink Wi-Fi, United is setting a new standard for in-flight connectivity, ensuring passengers can stay connected and productive throughout their journey. Starlink, SpaceX’s advanced satellite network, delivers high-speed internet access anywhere in the world, including remote locations unreachable by traditional means. This partnership will enable United to provide passengers with a reliable and consistent internet connection, regardless of their flight destination. With Starlink, passengers can enjoy a wide range of activities, including live streaming, productivity tools, gaming, and e-commerce. Whether you need to work remotely, stay entertained, or stay connected with loved ones, Starlink will provide the connectivity you need. United expects to have Starlink installed on its entire fleet within the next few years. This ambitious rollout will ensure that all United passengers can benefit from this cutting-edge technology. “Everything you…
BT Group’s Digital Unit has announced the launch of GenAI Gateway, an innovative internal platform designed to harness the power of large language models (LLMs) from providers such as Anthropic, Meta, Claude, Cohere, and Amazon. Built in collaboration with AWS and utilizing Amazon Bedrock, Amazon SageMaker, and AWS Professional Services capabilities, GenAI Gateway provides secure, private access to a range of natural-language processing and large language models. This platform is a critical tool for BT Group as it embeds AI into its business operations. The GenAI Gateway addresses the challenges associated with ad-hoc use of LLMs, including cost control, security, privacy, and model performance. By centralizing LLM management, GenAI Gateway helps BT Group optimize resource allocation, reduce risks, and ensure ethical AI usage. The platform offers several key benefits: GenAI Gateway is one of several key enablers for BT Group’s AI-enabled enterprise strategy. It will be used in conjunction with BT Group’s “data fabric” data management platform to enforce governing policies for data usage, access control, and data sovereignty restrictions. The GenAI Gateway is now live with initial beta use cases, including summarizing engineering notes for Openreach teams and supporting contract analysis for the Group’s Business, legal, and procurement teams….
SmartThings has introduced a new Matter Bridge integration, simplifying the smart home experience by enabling seamless connectivity between its platform and IKEA’s smart home devices. The Matter Bridge integration allows IKEA shoppers to effortlessly connect their IKEA smart devices to the SmartThings platform. Users can import their existing IKEA smart home setups into SmartThings with just a few clicks, providing a unified view of their smart home devices on Map View available on Samsung TVs, Family Hub, tablets, and smartphones. This integration expands possibilities for users, particularly those with a mix of smart devices from different ecosystems. By connecting IKEA devices with SmartThings, users can create additional automations and control a broader range of smart devices from a single platform. A key advantage of the Matter Bridge is the ease of transition between multiple ecosystems. Instead of manually adding and configuring each device for both ecosystems, users can seamlessly import their existing IKEA setup into SmartThings. The integration also allows users to maintain their preferred setups while enjoying the unique features of the IKEA DIRIGERA hub, such as directly binding a remote to a light or shade for improved responsiveness and user experience. Users can also benefit from dynamic control,…
SK Telecom (SKT) announced today a strategic partnership with Lambda, a leading GPU cloud company, to collaborate in the AI cloud business. The partnership will involve establishing a large-scale NVIDIA GPU cluster to support AI cloud business opportunities in South Korea. SKT and Lambda will deploy NVIDIA GPU clusters in SK Broadband’s Gasan data center by the end of this year. This cluster will be powered by Lambda’s cloud computing platform, accelerated by NVIDIA. This collaboration underscores SKT’s commitment to providing unprecedented access to scalable AI infrastructure in South Korea. SKT plans to launch AI cloud services, including GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS), enabling enterprises to access GPU cloud services on an as-needed basis for developing or utilizing AI services. The partnership between SKT and Lambda is expected to boost the expansion of SKT’s AI cloud services into the global market. “A strategic partnership with Lambda will strengthen our competitiveness in AI cloud services and develop greater business opportunities in Korea,” said Kim Kyeong-deog, Vice President and Head of Enterprise Business Division at SKT. “SKT shares in our vision to make GPU compute as ubiquitous as electricity,” said Lambda CEO and co-founder Stephen Balaban. “Given the rapid pace of innovation in AI happening…
Nokia announced today it has been selected by the Brazilian Network Information Center (NIC.br), the world’s largest internet exchange point (IXP) operator, to significantly enhance Brazil’s internet infrastructure. Nokia’s cutting-edge IP routing solutions will directly support NIC.br’s mission of strengthening the interconnectedness and overall reliability of the Brazilian internet ecosystem. This collaboration comes at a critical juncture for Brazil, which anticipates a massive surge in internet data traffic. Projections suggest the number of users will reach 218.5 million, and data traffic will exceed 50 terabits per second (Tb/s) within the next five years. NIC.br plays a vital role in Brazil’s internet landscape. They oversee various initiatives, including registering and maintaining the .br domain and operating the Brazilian Internet Exchange (IX.br). IX.br facilitates data traffic exchange between over 3,500 autonomous systems (AS) encompassing internet service providers, content providers, hosting services, hyperscalers, and other network operators. Julio Sirota, IX.br Infrastructure Manager at NIC.br, said: “Nokia is a trusted and strategic partner for us, as they have proven their ability to deliver state-of-the-art network solutions that match our needs and expectations. By upgrading our network infrastructure with Nokia’s routing platforms, we will be able to provide faster and more reliable internet connectivity for…
