Future Technology Trends
The OSHEAN network powers some amazing advanced technologies
across our region. Our members are pushing the limits every day of
what’s possible in support of their missions and communities they
serve. As the proliferation and explosion of data around us continues,
they will continue to be on the cutting edge of what’s next.
Here’s a quick look of just some of the amazing future
trends we’ll likely be seeing in our region.
OnStar’s Crisis Assist free to owners in
threatened areas, and Tesla provided free
Supercharging to unlock the limited range
of some of its less expensive models that
traditionally have parts of their batteries “Smart Cities” use electronic sensors and
disabled by the car’s software. technology enabled by the Internet of Things
Looking forward, the IoT landscape will further
evolve as a result of the convergence of several
technologies including real-time data analytics,
machine learning, artificial intelligence and
more. Recent data shows that IoT is likely to be
a key driver of demand for artificial intelligence
chips over the next few years. A report
THE INTERNET OF THINGS
SMART CITIES
to collect data and connect components
across a city. This enables municipal assets
and resources to be managed more efficiently,
improves sustainability, creates new economic
development opportunities, and ultimately,
enhances the quality of life and safety
of citizens.
published by Research and Markets stated Smart city technology spending is expected to
that 83% of all artificial intelligence chips will grow to $135 billion by 2021, according to a
The Internet of Things (IoT) is generally as lighting, thermostats, home security systems be in IoT devices by 2023. Additionally, the report from analyst firm IDC. A small sampling
defined as the interconnection via the Internet and more, that can be controlled via devices report predicts the global market for IoT of the technology innovations currently
of computing devices embedded in everyday such as smartphones (think Nest thermostats, devices with embedded AI chips will reach powering today’s smart cities ranges from
objects, which enables them to send and Amazon Echo, Google Home, Ring doorbells, $26 billion in four years. energy-conserving lighting, collaborative
receive data. Embedded systems, wireless etc.). In the business arena, factories, utilities, Technologies such as 5G and edge computing sensor networks, control systems, automation, healthcare devices, insurance, retail, industrial are also expected to create a considerable and other technologies all contribute to the IoT fleets, and manufacturing are already increase in IoT connectivity due to the ecosysytem. In short, numerous tiny chips are significantly benefiting from IoT connectivity. technologies’ ability to provide real-time, Furthermore, this connectivity has given low latency connectivity with high availability manufacturers increased reach to assist their and reliability. This will drive even newer use customers. For example, as Hurricane Dorian cases for IoT technology that we haven’t threatened the east coast, both GM and Tesla yet witnessed.
already, and will be implemented at a greater
pace in the future, being built into things from
doorbells to manufacturing equipment — all
linked by the Internet.
In the consumer market, IoT technology is unlocked connected car features to help
commonly used in smart home products such customers weather the storm. GM offered
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public safety technologies, utility and resource
monitoring, improved traffic analytics, and
parking assistance. There are numerous smart
city initiatives already underway throughout
the United States and worldwide. Here are
just a few:
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In San Antonio, streetlights are
automatically adjusted in inclement
weather to improve visibility and
reduce accidents.
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