Why agencies need low-code application development right now
Empowering developers with low-code application platforms and a robust software architecture will help them deliver innovation, application modernization and more agile compliance.
3D-printed barracks opens for Texas Military Department trainees
The 3,800 square-foot structure, which is the largest 3D-printed structure in North America, cost one third as much as traditional facilities to build and is expected to last for decades.
Can digital twins add value to undersea drone missions?
DARPA wants to know how digital twins of unmanned undersea vehicles can overcome communication challenges to improve fleet operations.
How a simple crystal could help pave the way to full-scale quantum computing
New research tackles a core problem at the heart of scaling up quantum computers: How do we go from controlling just a few qubits to controlling millions?
Agencies experiment with augmented reality
The IRS wants to see if augmented reality can help smartphone users better understand tax forms, and the Drug Enforcement Agency wants an AR solution overlays live video from aircraft with advanced mapping information.
Does smart-city tech threaten democracy?
The rapid adoption of smart-city technology has created unforeseen conditions that could risk common civil liberties, according to a new report.
What is the metaverse? 2 media and information experts explain
The always-on virtual environments in which people can interact with one another and digital objects while operating virtual representations of themselves may become the successor to the internet.
Digital twins the ‘ultimate tool’ for city infrastructure planning
Cities using digital twins for more efficient urban planning can expect to save $280 billion by 2030, according to market research.
Cities Embraced Technology During Covid But Still Lack Comprehensive Digital Policies
A white paper identifies gaps in technology governance in cities, including problems with accessibility, digital infrastructure and cybersecurity.
Commerce bots speed HR services delivery
The Commerce Department’s Enterprise Services Division is using bots to slash processing time, allowing the shared services center staff to focus on more complicated customer service tasks.
Indiana to test EV charging concrete
Dynamic electric vehicle charging would make EV infrastructure more reliable and convenient.
Algorithm could improve how self-driving cars take on narrow streets
By modeling different levels of driver cooperation, researchers hope to help autonomous vehicles safely and efficiently navigate situations where a driver’s temperament figures into decision-making.
How MLOps can bring government’s AI visions to life
MLOps operationalizes the production of machine-learning software so agencies can expedite the continuous production of ML models at scale, significantly reducing the time it takes to deploy intelligent AI applications.
Fixing ‘concept drift’: Retraining AI systems to deliver accurate insights at the edge
When results from artificial intelligence systems don’t align with what’s expected, data scientists must identify the root causes of concept drift and retrain the algorithms to ensure the systems can be trusted.
NSF seeks partners for blockchain business programs
The National Science Foundation is looking for help with demonstrations of blockchain-based smart contracts that could enhance its mission or business processes, including procurement and grant management.
FAA seeks best practices for drone-based infrastructure inspections
The Federal Aviation Administration is conducting a market survey to better understand how drones can be used to inspect infrastructure.
Can IoT sensors spot wildfires sooner?
The Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology Directorate field tested wildfire sensors to evaluate their smoke detection and alert capabilities.
NIST opens challenge for drone search and rescue research
The First Responder UAS Triple Challenge asks participants to improve drones’ image detection capabilities, broadband communications options and navigation and control security.
Deadline extended for Government Innovation Award nominations
Help us find the best examples of public-sector innovation in six critical categories -- submit your nomination by July 15.
Tracking state vaccine passport initiatives
MIT’s Pandemic Technology Project is tracking each state’s stance on vaccine passports, noting whether the technology is in active use, under consideration or banned -- and linking to relevant legislation and sources.
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