"The first infrastructures of this type were built at the end of the 19th century, and at present there are nearly 200 underwater tunnels built worldwide. Although some are used for water and electricity supply, most are used to house road or rail connections. Despite...
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Hyperloop, the future of transportation
In just a few short years, a new transportation model will revolutionize not just the transportation industry, but all of society: the Hyperloop, a high-speed system that is energy-efficient and without direct emissions. It will operate autonomously and use the most...
Digital Twins, the Pathway to Industrial Efficiency
Being able to predict failures and improve process productivity are the goals of every industry, and they are getting closer to being achieved thanks to the implementation of new technology. In the last few years, digital twin technology has played an outsize role in...
Robotics and 3D: Automation in the Infrastructure Process
Design and construction have evolved significantly in the last 15 years, initially driven by new demographic and social demands. Evolution of technology has played a fundamental role in this progress, and techniques like 3D printing and robotics are bringing the...
Maritime and Port Security in the 4.0 Era
90% of world trade occurs on the ocean at some point in the distribution process. This datum, corroborated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), underscores the importance of nautical and port security in which, especially in recent times, new technology...
Energy Storage: Essential to a More Efficient Future
Large-scale industrial energy storage systems have proven to be an integral tool for energy companies and the ideal solution for guaranteeing reliable electricity supply to the global population, while at the same time advancing in a decarbonized economy model with...
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“APICI has represented for me a very rewarding period, both personally and professionally”
Aurelio Rojo Garrido, honorary President of APICI. What is the corporate purpose of APICI? APICI (Asociación de Profesionales de Ingeniería de Protección Contra Incendios), as an Association of Fire Protection Engineering Professionals, has the purpose of...
“Spanish society is generally not very sensitive to fire risk, while it is sensitive to other risks”
Isolina Martínez Rodríguez, current Chairman of APICI (Association of Fire Protection Engineering Professionals). You have been Chairman of APICI since June of this year, what are the main lines that you intend to develop in your term? Spain is a country where fire...
Innovation and sustainability: how to reduce emissions in aviation
The decarbonization of strategic sectors is a priority objective of large economies. Industries like aeronautics are relying on innovation to reduce their emissions. We discussed this with Elena Rodríguez, Head of R&D&I at the AIMEN Center for Technology....