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13 articles4 key challenges in implementing urban air mobility
By the end of 2025, it is estimated that there could be over 3,000 flying taxis or passenger drones in use globally. This figure is even bound to rise to over 100,000 by 2050, as a result of the implementation of more sustainable multimodal mobility networks. The projected growth of…
Flight control : sidestick vs yoke
Traditionally, pilots use a control yoke in front of them to control the plane. An alternative control method is the side stick, which sits to the side of the pilot. Each control method has both advantages and disadvantages for the pilot and crew.
Why do you need a limit switch for your automatic gate?
Aa For both swinging and sliding automatic gates, a limit switch is absolutely essential for gate safety and functionality. As part of an automatic gate’s control system, limit switches provide added safety and convenience through automation.
The cockpit of the future : will they be fully digital?
It’s safe to say that the flight deck has undergone a significant transformation in recent years as it evolved from the traditional flight deck complete with analog dials and individual displays to the glass cockpit of the future, in which most instruments are presented through electronic screens and information is…
What is a turnstile?
A turnstile is a gate that controls or monitors pedestrian traffic flow. This important physical structure has a variety of safety and security applications, and is found in industries ranging from transport and energy to hospitality and financial services.
The railway industry : a history of innovations
The railway has come a long way since its introduction in the 17th century. Although the first public railway came to fruition in 1803, these once steam- and coal-powered, conductor-driven freight and passenger-carrying vehicles have now emerged into automatic and even driverless trains.
How to make a building more accessible to wheelchair users
Public buildings need to be accessible to wheelchair users, and as the population ages, there is an increasing need to adapt to meet the needs of people with limited mobility. Many older buildings need to be adapted to meet these requirements, and for new buildings, accessibility needs to be integrated…
How snap-action switches ensure security for rail infrastructures?
Modern railway travel is truly a wonder of human innovation. Advances in technology and automation help to lower the possibility of human error while at the same time boosting efficiency and improving user experience.
Five reasons to use platform screen doors
Platform screen doors are used in modern subway stations around the world to restrict passengers’ access to the tracks and tunnels. They have a number of advantages, which include improving safety as well as enhancing the station environment.
Use and benefits of a boom gate
If you have ever driven through a toll booth or checkpoint, you have probably passed through a boom gate. This kind of automatic barrier is the usual method for controlling the flow of traffic into a restricted area.