Fraunhofer Research News November
Sketching in cyberspace(opens in new window),Augmented reality and rapid prototyping have added a new dimension to product development. But a lack of suitable tools is limiting further advances. At the EuroMold trade show (Frankfurt, Dec. 3-6), a new stylus will be introduced that enables wireless, free-hand drawing in 3D virtual space. , ,http://www.fraunhofer.de/english/press/pi/pi2003/11/index_rn11_t1.html (Preparing for the road-pricing scheme),Is the German autobahn toll collection system coming soon? When it does, freight agents and transportation companies will need to rely on efficient planning more than ever. Two software programs have been designed to help calculate toll costs and optimize route planning. , ,http://www.fraunhofer.de/english/press/pi/pi2003/11/index_rn11_t2.html (Get me to the train on time),How long should buses and trains wait for late connections without creating their own delay? Not an easy question, particularly with intricate, far-extending public transportation networks that have countless nodal points. New software gives schedulers the big picture.,
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