{"id":68869,"date":"2022-07-22T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-22T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/?p=68869"},"modified":"2022-07-22T03:40:50","modified_gmt":"2022-07-22T10:40:50","slug":"the-uk-to-open-the-worlds-largest-drone-superhighway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/ponoko\/the-uk-to-open-the-worlds-largest-drone-superhighway\/","title":{"rendered":"The UK To Open The World\u2019s Largest Drone Superhighway"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/125923094_bt-droneinuse.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/125923094_bt-droneinuse.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/125923094_bt-droneinuse-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/125923094_bt-droneinuse-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>When it comes to shipping goods, multiple modes of transport exist. Ships are extremely efficient at moving cargo between continents, trains are excellent for long country journeys, and trucks are ideal for delivering goods right to the door. But some goods, such as radioisotopes used in chemotherapy, have an extremely short shelf life meaning that they require fast delivery, and current delivery methods are either uneconomical or too slow. Recognising the advantages that drones present, the UK government is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/news\/technology-62177614\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">currently planning to authorise new airspace that will form highways for automated drones<\/a>. What challenges does existing infrastructure present, what are drone highways, and how will they help with time-sensitive deliveries?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Stories Of The Week<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"#semiconductor\">US Bill To Provide $52Bn To Semiconductor Industry Passes First Hurdle<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#solar\">US Government To Provide $56 Million For Solar Manufacturing Industry<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#fusion\">Google And Chevron Invest In Nuclear Fusion Company TAE Technologies<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#iot\">The Dangers Of A Fragmented IoT Industry<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#fire\">Dryad Smart Sensors To Protect Italian Forests From Wildfires<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#china\">Semiconductor shortage continues to pressure Chinese automakers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#gps\">Security Flaw In Popular GPS Tracker Allows Hackers To Access Location<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#google\">Google To Test Its Smart Glasses In Public Spaces<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#energy\">Researchers Develop New Semiconductor That May Enable Low-energy Electronics<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#makerbot\">MakerBot Releases Cloudprint 2.0 With New Upgrades And Features<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\" class=\"ponoko-banner default\">\n<h3 class=\"ponoko-banner-headline\">Custom parts for startups & enterprises - order online, delivered same day.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ponoko-banner-body\">Cloud accelerated prototyping & production, same day from $50 for just 1. 93% off for 10,000.<\/p>\n<button type=\"button\" class=\"ponoko-banner-button\"> Get online quote in seconds \u00bb<\/button>\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hardware Business News<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"semiconductor\">US Bill To Provide $52Bn To Semiconductor Industry Passes First Hurdle<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/im-555959.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/im-555959.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/im-555959-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/im-555959-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source \u2013 Associated Press<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Even though the COVID pandemic is coming to a close, the effects of global lockdowns will be felt for a decade. The combination of supply chain challenges and the sudden demand for automotive components when the first lockdowns were lifted has seen the semiconductor industry struggle to meet demands for integrated circuits. Additionally, it has come to the attention of the whole world that a country that is unable to locally produce semiconductors is at a serious disadvantage. Recognising this challenge, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketwatch.com\/story\/52-billion-chip-manufacturing-bill-passes-procedural-vote-in-senate-11658282690\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">US government has managed to pass the first round of voting on a new bill<\/a> that will see $56bn in subsidies for the semiconductor industry to accelerate US-made semiconductors. What challenges does the semiconductor industry face, what does the new bill aim to achieve, and why are semiconductors essential for a functioning society?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"solar\">US Government To Provide $56 Million For Solar Manufacturing Industry<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-photo-9875416.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-photo-9875416.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-photo-9875416-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-photo-9875416-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source \u2013 electrek<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Around the world, fuel prices continue to rise in light of the COVID pandemic, rising interest rates, inflation, and the Russo-Ukraine war. This increase in fuel price is also pushing up the price of electricity while limited gas supplies have nations around the world concerned for the coming winter. Recognising the challenges of fossil fuel dependency, the <a href=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/2022\/07\/15\/us-solar-manufacturing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">US government has recently announced a $56 million fund<\/a> to help boost the production of solar panel manufacturing and recycling. How can solar panels help reduce humanity&#8217;s dependency on fossil fuels, what will the funding help to do, and what challenges do solar panels face when being recycled?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fusion\">Google And Chevron Invest In Nuclear Fusion Company TAE Technologies<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/107090858-1658244867952-Michl_Binderbauer.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/107090858-1658244867952-Michl_Binderbauer.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/107090858-1658244867952-Michl_Binderbauer-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/107090858-1658244867952-Michl_Binderbauer-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source \u2013 TAE Technologies<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Despite fusion always being 20 years away, researchers around the world continue their efforts to achieve what is said to be the answer to all of our energy problems. But while many researchers are exploring the use of torus-shaped reactors, others such as TAE technologies are experimenting with more unusual designs. Hoping that their solution will be the key to fusion, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2022\/07\/19\/google-chevron-invest-in-fusion-startup-tae-technologies.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Google and Chevron have been involved with a $250 million funding round<\/a> which has brought the total amount of funding to $1.2 billion. What challenges does fusion technology face, who are TAE technologies, and what advantages will fusion power bring?<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<a href=\"mailto:hello@ponoko.com\" class=\"ponoko-banner expert intercom-launcher\">\n<h3 class=\"ponoko-banner-headline\">Talk with an expert<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ponoko-banner-body\">Have questions about manufacturing hardware products & parts?<\/p>\n<button type=\"button\" class=\"ponoko-banner-button\">Contact sales engineer \u00bb<\/button>\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hardware Engineering News<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iot\">The Dangers Of A Fragmented IoT Industry<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/img-pdp_feature_thermostat_smart_control_2x.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/img-pdp_feature_thermostat_smart_control_2x.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/img-pdp_feature_thermostat_smart_control_2x-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/img-pdp_feature_thermostat_smart_control_2x-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source \u2013 Hive<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>While IoT devices bring a multitude of benefits they are not without some challenges. For example, devices that have poor security practices can open up a network to a multitude of cyberattacks including data theft, network access, and ransomware. But the current fragmentation seen in the industry whereby devices are locked into specific services is also raising concerns about long-term support. Recently, Hive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.electropages.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/danger-fragmented-iot-industry-long-term-support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">has announced that it will no longer be supporting older devices<\/a> which will see them effectively bricked despite customers having invested in these products. What challenges does IoT fragmentation present, what did Hive announce, and how does this demonstrate the dangers of products being tied to vendors?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fire\">Dryad Smart Sensors To Protect Italian Forests From Wildfires<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Dryad.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Dryad.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Dryad-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Dryad-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source \u2013 Dryad Networks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Forest fires are devastating on every conceivable level whether it is widespread damage to habitats, destruction of ancient trees, or the loss of homes for those living nearby. And yet, if a forest fire is caught during its smouldering stage, a bucket of water and an axe is more than enough to prevent the loss of thousands of hectares of land. Recognising the challenges faced by firefighters, Dryad Networks has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.electropages.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/smart-sensors-deployed-italy-prevent-forest-fires\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">recently developed a range of IoT sensors that can be mounted in the deepest parts of a forest<\/a> and detect smoulders before they become fires. What challenges do forest fires present, how do Dryad sensors work, and why will such systems be needed in the future?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"china\">Semiconductor Shortage Continues To Pressure Chinese Automakers<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RTS9P478.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RTS9P478.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RTS9P478-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RTS9P478-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source &#8211; Reuters<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The shortage in the semiconductor industry has seen supply chain disruptions across the board, and automakers are going to extreme lengths to obtain parts for their vehicles. In one instance, an unnamed company was purchasing brand new washing machines to extract key parts currently unavailable on the market. Now, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autonews.com\/china\/inside-chinas-scramble-overcome-microchip-crunch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">reports of scalpers that purchase excess stock from abroad and then charge automakers<\/a> in China a large premium are showing the desperation of the industry. What challenges does the automotive industry face, how much are scalpers charging, and when will stocks return to pre-covid levels?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"gps\">Security Flaw In Popular GPS Tracker Allows Hackers To Access Location<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/GettyImages-1217400083.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/GettyImages-1217400083.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/GettyImages-1217400083-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/GettyImages-1217400083-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source \u2013 Getty<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>GPS has proven to be a valuable technology allowing anyone anywhere around the globe to know their exact position. Combined with low-energy microcontrollers and batteries, the result is the ability to create miniature trackers that can be placed on valuables such as phones and cars. But a popular GPS tracker manufactured by a Chinese company <a href=\"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/GettyImages-1217400083.jpg?w=1390&amp;crop=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">has been found to contain numerous security flaws that allow an attacker to not only access the tracker<\/a> and see the location but also cut the engine of the vehicle that has the tracker installed. What challenges does poor security present to consumers, what tracker was found to be vulnerable, and should IoT technologies be integrated into vehicles?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hardware R&amp;D News<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"google\">Google To Test Its Smart Glasses In Public Spaces<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/maxresdefault.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/maxresdefault.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/maxresdefault-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/maxresdefault-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source \u2013 The Verge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>More than a decade ago, Google Glass was one of the first functional prototypes of smart glasses, but their clunky design and impracticality prevented them from becoming mainstream. Since then, smart technologies have dramatically improved, and the development of unique projection systems along with internet connectivity has now seen a revival in the smart glasses industry. Now, <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.pcmag.com\/wearables\/141587\/google-to-start-testing-its-smart-glasses-prototypes-in-public-spaces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Google has announced that it will be testing its latest smart glasses in public s<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/uk.pcmag.com\/wearables\/141587\/google-to-start-testing-its-smart-glasses-prototypes-in-public-spaces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">p<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/uk.pcmag.com\/wearables\/141587\/google-to-start-testing-its-smart-glasses-prototypes-in-public-spaces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">aces<\/a> to confirm the technology works in real-world scenarios. What challenges do smart glasses face, what features will the Google smart glasses provide, and what privacy concerns surround the technology?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"energy\">Researchers Develop New Semiconductor That May Enable Low-energy Electronics<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Wouter-MBE-visit-10-2021-4_0.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68881\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Wouter-MBE-visit-10-2021-4_0.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Wouter-MBE-visit-10-2021-4_0-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Wouter-MBE-visit-10-2021-4_0-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source &#8211; Maria Hilse\/MRI<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>For the past 50 years, the semiconductor industry has raced to increase the number of transistors on integrated circuits to allow for more powerful computing devices. To achieve this, foundries shrink the size of each transistor so that more can fit on a single device, but it also turned out that shrinking transistors also reduce their energy consumption. Fast forward to 2022, and by far the biggest demand isn\u2019t increasing transistor densities but reducing energy consumption. Now, researchers from Penn State and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology <a href=\"https:\/\/www.psu.edu\/news\/materials-research-institute\/story\/new-type-semiconductor-may-advance-low-energy-electronics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">have developed a new semiconductor that is able to operate at significantly smaller energies<\/a> by taking advantage of photonics. What challenges does energy consumption present to engineers, what did the researchers develop, and how can it be used to create low-energy electronics?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Open-Source Hardware News<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"makerbot\">MakerBot Releases Cloudprint 2.0 With New Upgrades And Features<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/CloudPrint_Hero.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/CloudPrint_Hero.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/CloudPrint_Hero-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/CloudPrint_Hero-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Image Source \u2013 MakerBot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>MakerBot is well known for being one of the first manufacturers of desktop 3D printers and has since developed a wide range of printers aimed at engineers and makers alike. One development that MakerBot has focused on is its cloud-based services which enable its printers to be remotely connected to, controlled, and arrange print queues without needing to be physically at the machine. Building on the success of CloudPrint, MakerBot has recently announced CloudPrint 2.0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20220719005490\/en\/New-MakerBot-CloudPrint%E2%84%A2-2.0-Strengthens-3D-Printing-Workflow-to-Boost-Productivity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">which introduces numerous new features including native support for 3D models<\/a>, improved queue management, and printer management. What challenges does remote operation of 3D printers present, what new features are included with CloudPrint 2.0, and how will this help those 3D printing parts?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to shipping goods, multiple modes of transport exist. Ships are extremely efficient at moving cargo between continents, trains are excellent for long country journeys, and trucks are ideal for delivering goods right to the door. But some goods, such as radioisotopes used in chemotherapy, have an extremely short shelf life meaning that they require fast delivery, and current delivery methods are either uneconomical or too slow. 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